Commissioning a portrait with Kathie is simple, personal and collaborative. The process begins with a conversation about your ideas, who the portrait is for, the setting, the size and the feeling you want the painting to express. Together you will decide whether the portrait will be created from life in the studio or outdoors, or from a guided photo session designed to capture the character and essence of the subject.

Kathie then brings the work into her studio, where the portrait unfolds through careful observation and layers of oil. She pays close attention to expression, atmosphere and presence, and sends periodic updates so you can follow the progress as it develops. Once the portrait is complete, it is reviewed with you for final approval and then prepared for delivery or framed according to your preference. The finished work becomes a handmade heirloom that celebrates personality, connection and the beauty of a moment preserved in paint.