Jonathan R. Peedin  ·  Paintings, Drawings & Portraits


2011 Fee Schedule


Oil Portraits
$ 1600 ~ 20"x24" - 24"x30" Head and Shoulders
$ 2400 ~ 24"x30" - 30"x40" Half Length + Hands
$ 3600 ~ 30"x40" - 36"x48" Three Quarter Length
$ 6000 ~ 36"x48" - 40"x72" Full Length

Charcoal Portraits

$ 875 ~ 20"x24" - 24"x30" Head and Shoulders

$ 1350 ~ 24"x30" - 30"x40" Half Length + Hands

$ 1850 ~ 30"x40" - 36"x48" Three Quarter Length

$ 2450 ~ 36"x48" - 40"x72" Full Length

Single Session sketch portraits completed in under 3 hours from a live sitting are also available. These portraits start at $265 for charcoal.

Portrait Painting Procedure


Step 1: A meeting is set up to discuss the theme and mood of the portrait. Reference material and quick sketches may be used to select the best direction.

Step 2: A photo shoot is performed with professional photography equipment requiring approximately 1-2 hours.

Step 3: An oil sketch is done from life that will be used for reference when creating the final portrait.

Step 4: If necessary, a composition sketch is established using the photo reference and the oil sketch, this is reviewed by the client. Once agreed to by the client, work on the final portrait begins.
Optional: If possible, additional sittings may be desired in order to get the best portrait possible.

Step 5: Review of the portrait. The client will have the opportunity to review the portrait at several stages. Jonathan will accommodate any requests for changes that are within his established style and vision and which do not damage the overall quality of the portrait.

Step 6: A frame is selected and the portrait is deliverd to the client. The balance is due at this time.

Current completion time is 6-12 months from the photo shoot and oil sketch date. A 50% deposit is required at the time the portrait is commissioned and the contract is signed, usually at the initial meeting. The deposit is non refundable if the client cancels after the photoshoot or oil sketch session. The portrait fee does not include the cost of the frame and sales tax which are seperate billable items . Any travel expenses incurred by the artist outside the RDU area are the responsibility of the client.