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This is a photo of me at my portrait exhibition in 2018.
“Alla Prima” direct painting method.

Portrait Painting

The painted portraits below are completed using the alla prima direct method, Italian for "at once", which simply means the painting is completed in one sitting. I work from live models in my studio to complete these portrait paintings or paint live at events and find so much joy as well as the challenge completing these portraits. Sizes below range 16''x20-24’’x 30''. Enjoy!

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Time-lapse: Leila

Fulll painting time-lapse of Leila.

Time-lapse: Joe

4 hour alla prima session showcased in a 2 minute time-lapse. 

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Portrait of my friend Rowsey. Painted directly from life in my studio.
Self portrait painted from a mirror. About 3-4 hours. 18’’ x 24’’, oil on canvas.
Portrait painting of Alyssa.
“Alla Prima” oil painting of Ellen. Painted directly from life.
Realistic oil painting of my friend Jess, painted directly from life.
Realistic oil painting portrait of my friend Joe. Painted directly from life in my studio.
Realistic portrait painting on canvas. Alla prima, about 3 hours on this painting. 18’’ x 24’’.
Alla prima oil painting on canvas. Painted directly from life observation. 18’’ x 24’’.
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