Portraits & commissioned
paintings

Commissioned portrait of two sisters, oil on canvas

A scene that went around the world: Olena Sokolovska is the artist behind the moving painting of Joško Gvardiol and his mother.

Joško Gvardiol and his mother – commissioned portrait Play – portrait of a boy with a ship, pastel Annuchka – portrait of a girl, oil on canvas
Portrait of a boy, oil on canvas Commissioned portrait of a man
Sofija – portrait of a girl, pastel Portrait of a bride and groom, oil on canvas

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Oil on canvas
A classic painting technique known for its rich texture and deep colours.
Time to complete: several weeks.

Example of a portrait in oil on canvas

2. Watercolour
Watercolour creates light, translucent colours with soft transitions.
Time to complete: up to a week.

Example of a portrait in watercolour

3. Acrylic
Fast-drying acrylic paints give vivid, bright tones.
Time to complete: from a few hours to a few days.

Example of a painting in acrylic

4. Pencil and charcoal
Ideal for portraits with an emphasis on light and shadow.
Time to complete: from a few hours to several days.

Example of a portrait in graphite pencil

5. Pastel
Pastels offer soft, velvety textures and intense colours.
Time to complete: from a few hours to a week.

Example of a portrait in pastel

1. Consultation and preparation
We start with a consultation to understand your wishes and expectations.
You send us the photographs that will serve as a reference for the portrait.
For a group painting made from several photographs, the photos are carefully reviewed to make sure they come together as well as possible.

2. Choosing the technique and size
You choose the technique (e.g. oil on canvas, watercolour, pencil) and the size of the portrait.
The final price is based on these choices.

3. Sketch and preparation
Once all the details are agreed, work on the sketch begins.
The sketch can be sent to you for approval before the final stage starts.

4. Painting the portrait
Depending on the technique, painting the portrait can take from a few days to several weeks.

5. Finishing and drying
When the portrait is finished it needs time to dry, especially oil on canvas.
Once dry, the portrait is checked and final details are added if needed.

6. Delivery and presentation
The portrait is carefully packed and delivered to you.
Framing can also be arranged if required.

Time to complete: depends on the complexity and the technique, but on average it takes 1 to 4 weeks.

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