COMMISSION A PORTRAIT | ARJAN VAN GENT
“He has captured an essence that is pure me. I will cherish this portrait always.”
— Carlos Alomar, guitarist and musical partner of David Bowie
COMMISSIONED PORTRAIT
Would you like to have a portrait painted that is more than a likeness — a painting that conveys presence, character and timelessness?
A commissioned portrait is a special and lasting choice. With more than 25 years of experience in classical painting techniques, I create portraits in oil, watercolour or mixed technique — technically refined and with conviction.
My work is held in private, museum and corporate collections in the Netherlands and abroad.
• Portraits in oil on panel
• Watercolours
• Portraits in mixed technique
• Posthumous portraits
• Portraits of pets (cats)
• Faithful copies of existing masterpieces
Each portrait is carefully built up in layers, with a considered balance between likeness, composition, tonality and expression.
WORKING METHOD FOR A COMMISSIONED PORTRAIT
After an initial meeting, we discuss your wishes, the format and the technique. The portrait is then prepared on the basis of a professional photo session and — if desired — one or more live sessions. For this, I collaborate with a professional photographer.
Location, clothing choice and atmosphere are also determined in consultation. These are essential factors for the final appearance of the portrait.
During the painting process, you will be kept informed of the progress by e-mail. Any adjustments can be discussed in consultation.
Payment is made in three instalments:
• 1/3 at the start
• 1/3 during the process
• 1/3 upon completion
PRICE INDICATION FOR A COMMISSIONED PORTRAIT
The price of a commissioned portrait depends on size, technique and level of detail. The indications below are based on a plain background without additional decoration.
Prices are exclusive of framing and photo session.
Through me, you receive a discount at Schippers Lijsten. http://www.schipperslijsten.nl/
| Technigues | Price indication |
|---|---|
| Mixed technique (ArtGraf & coloured pencil on museum board)* | €950,-/€1150,- (size 30 x 40 cm/40 x 50 cm) |
| Watercolor | €1100,- (size 30 x 40 cm) |
| Oil on panel | €1950,- (size 35 x 35 cm) |
| €2500,- (size 50 x 40 cm) | |
| €3250,- (size 50 x 60 cm) |
*Mixed technique
These portraits are built up in layers with ArtGraf (painted) and refined with coloured pencil on 400 gsm hand-coloured, self-prepared museum board.
The combination of painterly tonality and precise linework gives the work a powerful and timeless appearance.
Many portraits from the international Wall of Fame series have been executed in this technique.*
Additional options
A “making of” video of your commissioned portrait is available for an additional fee of €250.
On this page you will also find a YouTube example of five children’s portraits that I have had the privilege to create on commission.
Contact
Would you like to have a portrait painted or discuss the possibilities without obligation?
Please contact me info@arjanvangent.com or call +31618216411
References & Collections
My work is held in private, museum and corporate collections in the Netherlands and abroad. Below is a selection of completed commissions and notable placements.
Presentation of the portrait of Johan Cruyff to Jordi Cruyff. This work is part of my Wall of Fame series of portraits of international icons.