This portrait is a work in progress. My reason for posting this particular image is to question first impressions… 

I’d like to know your first “gut feeling”,  your first emotion when viewing this portrait… I’d like to know the first words thought when viewing the image.

My interest is to know if each sees the portrait by how I, the artist felt when creating it, if it depends on the mood within you, the viewer or if it lies solely within the subject itself. What lies in the heart of one, and can it be reproduced with enough honesty for the viewer to identify that passion?

Below is an unfinished graphite pencil study of a young teen. This portrait is one of several that is inspired by photographer D. Sharon Pruitt. Her photographs can be viewed at www.pinksherbet.com.

I am generally adept at titling my studies, however this particular piece is a bit complex in emotion and I have been unable to conclude a title. I am open to suggestions…

ANNOUNCING COMMISSION PORTRAIT CALL FOR CHRISTMAS, HANUKKAH, KWANZAA…

The holiday season will be upon us before we know it. Take a few moments of your time to look through photographs of what is important in your life… your child, your pet, your home… Give someone you care for a gift that goes beyond material things. Give a gift from the heart… one that is unique and personal that cannot be replicated… This holiday season give a hand-touched portrait created in graphite pencil or pen and ink.

To view my complete portfolio of portraits or to submit your photograph for commission, please visit my official website at www.DauneSheri.com. To initiate the submission process, please accept the terms under Prices & Commissions and fill in the appropriate contact information. Completion of your portrait is dependent upon how many orders are in process at the time therefore, submit your photographs early to insure holiday arrival.

I look forward to hearing from you…

—Daune Sheri
www.DauneSheri.com

ANNOUNCING COMMISSION PORTRAIT CALL TO RECOGNIZE CHILDREN OF MULTICULTURAL AMERICA…

CALLING ALL CHILDREN…

Announcing a new commission portrait call based on the celebration of diversity in America.  This call is open to children between the ages of 3 to 7 years old diverse in culture, religion or race on the basis of this “one common vision”. The fundamental unity of a multicultural society standing on strong culture and rich heritage that provides their own remarkable contribution to America. This particular call is titled America Complete, signifying the many faces of… the beauty of America.

Your portrait will be created in graphite pencil due to its soft texture that lends to a heightened realistic approach to the subject. Photographs should be clear and precise, best at 300 dpi or better. These should offer strong detail and realistic clarity of honest emotion in any form. Headshots would be most interesting to work with, preferably of a natural state and if studio-originated, must be accompanied by a Photographer’s Release Form. Completion of your portrait is dependent upon how many orders are in process at the time.

To view my complete portfolio of portraits or to submit your photograph for commission, please visit my official website at www.DauneSheri.com. To initiate the submission process, please accept the terms under Prices & Commissions and fill in the appropriate contact information.

I look forward to hearing from you…

–Daune Sheri
www.DauneSheri.com