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Description

The listing, Custom Hand-Drawn/Hand-Painted Portrait by Emily Sodders (tiered) has ended.

For my premier listing on Listia, I could have posted any number of generic items, or I could make it SPECIAL by listing one of my most popular creative services I offer from my professional art studio: Custom Portraiture! ;) If this auction is in high demand, I may offer it again in the future when my wait-list lightens up.

>>>TIERED AUCTION: For every 500 CREDITS, 1 Square Inch of Art Dimension Allowance will be added to the TOTAL DIMENSION ALLOWANCE, with a MINIMUM OF 4 SQ.IN. and MAXIMUM of 600 SQ.IN. (Example: 2"x2" Art Piece up to 20"x30" Art Piece)

>>>CHOOSE STYLE, MEDIUM, AND SUBJECT from options below:
Styles: Photo-Realism, Realistic Impressionism, Impressionism, Realistic Cartoon, Cartoon
Mediums: Colored Pencil, Graphite, Charcoal, Pastel, Oil Pastel, Acrylic, Oils, Pen & Ink, Digital
Subjects: Nearly anything....just no porn.

PLEASE READ ALL OF THE FOLLOWING BEFORE BIDDING!

1. YOU ARE BIDDING ON ORIGINAL, CUSTOM ARTWORK MADE TO-ORDER by and directly from a PRO ARTIST (Emily Sodders of Bird House Studio in Gilsum NH, USA). While art commissions take an average two weeks to create, winner must allow up to 6 weeks for the artist to complete and ship the artwork before leaving negative feedback. Work-in-progress images will be emailed to winner, if requested.

2. Winner must contact artist within 7 DAYS of auction ending to provide the artist with a Listia Verified address and all relevant information regarding the desired art piece; including subject description, medium, desired dimensions based on final credit calculations, and reference pictures of subject, if applicable.

3. All the Art Examples featured above are EXAMPLES ONLY and are COPY-RIGHT PROTECTED. By posting these EXAMPLES, you can readily see the type and quality of the artwork I produce and confidently expect the same for your commission. I may be new to the Listia scene, but I have an outside reputation to uphold. Making art is what I do for a living!

Questions & Comments

lol - Hey, thanks for giving your website - I'm heading that direction as soon as I'm through here! No problem about the "tips". I was new a few months ago too - lol.

Thanks for liking my auction - I appreciate it a lot. You are sure going to be one of my favorites. I just love art! Do you do portraits of people from picture's? It looks as though you either do or can from looking at these pictures. Again - AWESOMENESS - :-)

Jan 18th, 2014 at 8:29:39 AM PST by

Yes, I do typically use photographic reference for my artwork, especially when my intent is create a realistic representation, such as a person's likeness. Many times, a client will give me several photos to work from, and I take the best elements of each to create one perfect composition, details, everything. Capture a memory or multiple memories in one art piece. For example (though I don't have this in the examples above), I recently completed a wedding portrait for a couple who married in a church, but had their first hiking a local mountain. So they had me draw them in full wedding attire on the summit of the mountain- but it looks as though they are really there, since it is so realistic. It might be on my website. I'm kinda lousy at updating the galleries...lol

Jan 18th, 2014 at 9:15:42 AM PST by

Oh my goodness, girl ! You are good ! I am definitely watching and already fanned ! Awesome... just Awesome ! Hey, get yourself verified, you will get A LOT more bids that way, and you surely deserve a LOT of bids for your work. Fabulous ! :-)

Jan 18th, 2014 at 5:47:01 AM PST by

Thanks for watching/fanning! And thanks for the great tip. For some reason, I was under the impression that I must have some completed listings to get verified, but then I realized my folly by clicking around. Just verified my phone and reached some other status! Well! lol But if that's not good for the other folks, they can always visit my official website: www.emilysodders.com ....I have even more artwork in my Online Gallery and testimonies from many happy clients in my Creative Services page. How's that for some verification? LOL! I do appreciate your tremendous support. I really do hope to offer similar art listings in the future...they really hinge on this one being successful to some extent.

PS. Out of my watch list of like 30 items, your listing just became my fave! Gonna be saving up to make sure I snag it!

Jan 18th, 2014 at 6:12:26 AM PST by

WooHoo! The game begins!!! Lol All in fun.

Jan 24th, 2014 at 10:14:41 AM PST by

Ah yeahhh! lol

Jan 24th, 2014 at 2:49:44 PM PST by

so would this be done by vday? this would be such a heartfelt gift

Jan 25th, 2014 at 4:47:33 AM PST by

You're right- it would make a wonderful Valentine's gift! I have a Christmas gift season (October-December) and a Valentine's gift season (Christmas-V-Day) in which I get a lot of commissions for such. But unfortunately, with as late in the game as I discovered Listia and made this posting, I can't make any promises. There's a lot of factors that will determine how long it takes to complete the art piece:

1. How promptly the winner responds after winning an any correspondence after that. I will be asking questions of about what the winner wants. The quicker I get the answers, the quicker I can set about to the task of creating.

2. Medium and style. Somethings, like an impressionistic painting, have very quick turn-around, even for a moderately large painting. But if you have in mind for a very realistic drawing, it take longer, especially the larger it is. But if the latter is what you desire (and it's the more sought after and valuable option of my work) than I say weigh in favor of what you want versus when you'll get it.

One thing I advise my clients to do when they commission something as a gift a little too late, is to have a secondary gift ready with a surprise. For example, I've had several clients who pre-purchased an appropriate sized frame for the art piece I was making. Then they made a sign to go in it or a letter attached telling the receiver what would be inside the frame soon! I gave one permission to print out a work-in-progress image I had sent, and they used that in the frame to hold the place until the original was finished!

So there's always options. Consider everything. Out of all the factors, though, quick response is key. It's amazing how long some commissions have been dragged out, just because the client was impossible to get a hold of. Check ya' emails often! :)

Jan 25th, 2014 at 6:38:20 AM PST by

awesome

Jan 26th, 2014 at 12:50:53 AM PST by

Thanks!

Jan 26th, 2014 at 5:12:01 AM PST by

come o guys bid lets get a big pic

Jan 24th, 2014 at 11:26:13 AM PST by

I like that thinking! The bigger the art, the more possibilities! :)

Jan 24th, 2014 at 2:50:12 PM PST by

also will this be on canvas?

Jan 24th, 2014 at 9:20:07 AM PST by

That will be up to you. I have both canvases and fine, heavy-duty watercolor paper that I use for my colored pencils, because they can take a beating (or, lots of layering!). Depending on your chosen subject (which appears to be a pet portrait right now) and what style you want it in, and/or what medium you want it in will determine the output: paper or canvas. And you aren't limited to paper and canvas, especially in terms of paint. I have painted on a number of different surfaces. Like wood, plastic. I can draw on sand paper, too. Let me know what "effect" you are going for, and I'll make a recommendation. Thanks for bidding!

Jan 24th, 2014 at 1:45:47 PM PST by

People bid, I feel like I'm by myself. Lol

Jan 24th, 2014 at 4:42:37 AM PST by

Yes, I approve of this message! lol Well, I think like most auctions I have witnessed, the heaviest bidding happens in the last few hours/minutes! You'll have to stay on guard Sunday! ;)

Jan 24th, 2014 at 6:03:54 AM PST by

I love your work! ♡ fanned and watching :)

Jan 25th, 2014 at 4:19:14 PM PST by

Thank you very much! Good luck!

Jan 25th, 2014 at 5:01:40 PM PST by

You have such a beautiful life, and amazing talent!!! Thank you for offering your service, and I wish I'll win, so I'll have a piece of your masterpiece! :)

Jan 25th, 2014 at 6:17:16 PM PST by

Thank you for such kind words. It is a both a blessing and an honor to share these purely God-given talents to the world, for His glory and for your pleasure. Good luck in the bidding! Just a few hours left!

Jan 25th, 2014 at 6:46:46 PM PST by

so if im wrong please correct me if I win this auction I sed a picture or pictures to you and you make a portrait for me?

Jan 25th, 2014 at 8:16:50 PM PST by

Yes, you are correct. This item is made-to-order. If you have a specific subject in mind, especially if it is a personal thing, like a pet, a family member, or special place I couldn't easily find reference or stock images for online, then yes, you would need to email me one or more pictures that I could work from, along with any other directions. Hope that helps. :)

Jan 25th, 2014 at 8:31:02 PM PST by

your work is beautiful!

Jan 25th, 2014 at 8:59:15 PM PST by

Why thank you! :D And thanks for watching!

Jan 25th, 2014 at 9:05:29 PM PST by

absolutely wonderful cant wait for auction to end tysm for letting me know love this f/w

Jan 21st, 2014 at 10:48:03 AM PST by

You're very welcome! I'm very excited to see who wins and what I'll be drawing/painting! :D Good luck!

Jan 21st, 2014 at 11:10:17 AM PST by

This is an amazing listing! Your portfolio is thorough, too. I wish you the best of luck here, and I just know people will go crazy for this! ;)

Jan 16th, 2014 at 2:54:57 PM PST by

I certainly hope so! And thank you for your kind thoughts and support! Cheers!

Jan 18th, 2014 at 6:04:04 AM PST by

i like the cabin one to and the wedding one they are all beautiful it would be hard to decide .

Jan 19th, 2014 at 3:39:06 PM PST by

Thanks a lot! Yeah, and of course, you can commission something entirely different from what you see examples of. Wedding portraits, home & business portraits, pet portraits, landscapes, family, baby, fantasy and beyond. Anything that's not morally objectionable, I'm open and able to draw or paint. Think on it! ;)

Jan 19th, 2014 at 3:58:42 PM PST by

I have looked at a lot of drawings and u sure,seem to be the best. If u put the deer and cabin pic on here let me know, hubby really liked it.

Jan 19th, 2014 at 12:14:42 PM PST by

Thanks, but the Deer & Cabin picture was commissioned by someone else and I don't own the original anymore. And the owners live 2,000 miles away from my studio! lol That said, if you win this auction, or choose to commission me outside of Listia, we can work together to design a similar deer + cabin scene art piece. The one you see pictured features a personal getaway that the client owns, and a deer he spotted outside the window, and his favorite old Jeep. We could personalize yours in the same way.

Jan 19th, 2014 at 2:57:19 PM PST by

I love this! F&W

Jan 19th, 2014 at 9:58:52 AM PST by

Thanks! I will return the love! Good luck!

Jan 19th, 2014 at 12:23:44 PM PST by

Could u do a 8x10?

Jan 19th, 2014 at 7:45:08 AM PST by

Yes, I *can* do an 8"x10", but the final credit amount *will* be used to calculate what dimensions are available for this custom art auction. So and 8"x10" = 80 Sq. Inches and with each sq.inch = 500 credits (for full color)....500 x 80= 40,000 Credits. It may seem high, but it's a significant discount when compared to the $$$-$,$$$ value of the actual art piece. I just have to make sure it's still "worth my while" to some degree, if you know what I mean. Depending on the final amount and request, I may be more generous towards monochromatic, like charcoal, because it is a much quicker process. We shall see! This is my first time handling a commission like this- so it'll be an experiment! Again, thanks for being part of it!

Jan 19th, 2014 at 12:22:24 PM PST by

Oh wow girl u r awesome. My hubby loves the deer and cabin pic. I wanted my 2 kids, Emily and Hunter, drawn as a fantasy/angel type. So I am bidding.

Jan 19th, 2014 at 7:44:29 AM PST by

Wonderful! Thanks for the bid! I appreciate it! :) And yes, I could certainly draw/paint in many various ways your request.

Jan 19th, 2014 at 12:08:08 PM PST by

I went to your website. You have some amazing stuff. I am particulary interested in the EvangArt. (Get that website updated and start a fb page lol - advertise, you are very good ! I have an idea of something I would like done. I lost a son 4 years ago. If you send me a message we can discuss details. I'd love to have something done like you described. <3

Jan 18th, 2014 at 10:00:28 AM PST by

I do have a Facebook page- and it does stay more updated that my website! Unless I'm stupid- busy with deadlines and then I'm terrible at both! lol I really need an assistant! I have had apprentices in the past, but I didn't have them do my grunt work for me! lol https://www.facebook.com/emilysoddersbirdhousestudio?ref=hl

But I'm very sorry for the loss of your son. My husband and I don't have kids yet, but we work with kids a lot in our respective industries, and so it breaks my heart to hear that- no matter the cause. I have done portraits of the deceased for the parents before, so I understand the emotional challenges in having a portrait done of them and making sure it really represents them as they will forever be in your heart.

Right now, the 2,000 bid will cover a 2"x2" drawing/painting, but I assume you'll want something larger than that...usually a 5"x7" or larger will suffice. (although, it can be done on 2"x2" in color pencil thanks to my array of magnifying glasses).

And yes, my EvangArts is slowly but surely consuming most of my time, so I have been limiting the amount of new commissions I accept to make time for this creative mission work. I'm very excited about it, and thank you for taking the time to read about it. I also send a quarterly eNewsletter that has more info in it. Private message me you email if you would like to subscribe. :)

Jan 18th, 2014 at 10:29:32 AM PST by

Fanned and bidding plz fan back. Good luck

Jan 17th, 2014 at 6:56:44 PM PST by

;) Fanned you first! lol Thanks for bidding! And good luck!

Jan 18th, 2014 at 6:04:57 AM PST by

well good luck to the winner i cant bid any higher

Jan 26th, 2014 at 8:30:29 AM PST by

Thanks for putting in those bids though! I appreciate it! I'll try to notify you the next time I run an auction like this one!

Jan 26th, 2014 at 11:31:48 AM PST by

im sorry keys are sticking sent was spelled wrong above

Jan 25th, 2014 at 8:18:10 PM PST by

No worries. Happens to the best of us! ;)

Jan 25th, 2014 at 8:31:57 PM PST by

do you do animals?

Jan 24th, 2014 at 9:18:36 AM PST by

Yes, I can paint/draw any animals real or imagined! :)

Jan 24th, 2014 at 1:41:33 PM PST by

Speechless... I guess all I can say is WOW! Fanned and Watched

Jan 21st, 2014 at 9:52:30 PM PST by

Thank you very much! Good luck! :)

Jan 22nd, 2014 at 8:47:34 AM PST by

Hmmm, something saucy, yet refined! Could it be? Sylvester the Cat? Lol

Jan 21st, 2014 at 7:20:01 PM PST by

LOL! :D

Jan 22nd, 2014 at 7:22:47 AM PST by

Ha, I founded you! lol F&W&B. Thanks for info.

Jan 21st, 2014 at 6:36:16 PM PST by

HA! I have received your comment and I APPROVE! LOL Thanks and you're welcome!
...and the plot thickens!...the anticipation builds...WHAT WILL I DRAW??!!?!?!

Jan 21st, 2014 at 7:08:05 PM PST by

You have a Dali-esque flare. What is your favorite genre? Who is your most favorable influence? The answer to these questions will let me know if you truly can grasp what I am looking for. You are very skilled there is no doubt. As with all artists some are better at some things at others. My best friend is an artist that owns a museum. She is mad that I am not using her. She just doesn't have what I need to capture the essence of the image that will speak for me and what I stand for for all eternity.....

Jan 21st, 2014 at 4:53:17 PM PST by

Hi Dr Ragon,

I'm going to reply to this comment in the one message tomorrow. It and your other message deserve a more thorough answer than what I have time for tonight! Thanks!

Jan 21st, 2014 at 7:09:58 PM PST by

F&W!~ great work!

Jan 21st, 2014 at 4:33:14 PM PST by

Thanks! I appreciate that! Good luck!

Jan 21st, 2014 at 4:35:50 PM PST by

Absolutely love the mandarin ducks! So lovely to look at, so complete a listing. Well done!

Jan 19th, 2014 at 10:18:22 PM PST by

Thank you! The Mandarin Ducks were actually drawn for the Federal Duck Stamp competition a few years back. One of my more intensely realistic art pieces. It's one of the few pieces I still have in my possession.

Jan 20th, 2014 at 7:06:09 AM PST by

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