Oil Paintings by Melanie Phillips - Gallery 3
How do I know if im purchasing a portrait from an agency and what does this mean?
When you view a pet portrait website if you are unable to find information about the individual artist, either a biography, an about me section, or anything to say who the artists is, then you are most probably looking at an agency website. There are many on the Internet and the lure of these sites is that their paintings are extremely cheap. You can probably get a painting of your pet for a fraction of the price of an established artist.
The reason being is that a middle man will employ the services of possibly a chinese artist, pay them a miniscule amount and reap the rewards. Whether you feel this is good or bad, the possibility that your pets photo will be repainted again and again by these artists to sell in galleries around the world and on Ebay is inevitable. I have seen it done. So if you want a unique one off portrait always purchase from an artist who provides information on where they live, how long they have been painting, a photo of their studio or themselves and information about them and their background.
Visit gallery 4 to read about the differnt styles of paintings and which is best for you. |
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"Fell Bell" in Oils On Canvas USA 24 x 18
Tiffany contacted me to paint Fel Bells portrait, similar to Cadbury the choc lab puppy. She emailed me a lovely testimonial....Dear Melanie, She looks sooooo beautiful! You have captured Fel's character perfectly. It could not be any more perfect. It makes me cry..I could not possibly explain what this piece of art means to me. It will be cherished always! Thank you for all of the time you put into this painting Melanie, you are very gifted, Much love, Tiffany |
"Sandy" Red Setter in Oils On Canvas UK 20 x 16
Sandy was a local dog, so the client was able to visit me to take photos. I took one batch of photos but a few weeks later the client bought Sandy back as she had gone though a moult and changed coat and colour! A new set of photos were taken and Sandy was completed in time for his wife’s birthday. They were absolutely delighted with the results and thanked me personally. Click on each thumbnail to view a larger version and detail. |
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"Easton" Labrador Retriever in Oils On Canvas 16 x 12
'Easton' is owned by Sherry & Doug Charles USA. An email from Sherry when she recieved Easton is below in quotes.".....She looks GREAT !!..." Click on each thumbnail to view a larger version and detail. |
"Harry and Sally" Shelties in Oils On Canvas UK 24 x 18
Richard contacted me to paint their familes Shelties and emaild me when they had received their portrait.
"..Hi Melanie, Thank's for the amazing portrait of Harry and Sally, we all love it.Richard" |
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"Baz" Spaniel in Oils On Canvas UK 20 x 16
Donna contacted me to paint a portrait of her spaniel Baz for her husband for Christmas. The setting was perfect and it seemed to capture a moment in time "... I am absolutely amazed at the likeness and from a short distance it still looks likes a photo to me. I am not going to show Paul until Christmas Day as although he knows about it I still think he is going to be totally gobsmacked when he sees it. I will defintely take a photo of it when it has been framed and send it to you for your website. I am sure Paul will want to message you with his comments as well. I cannot thank you enough and hope you have a lovely Christmas and our best wishes for the new year. Regards Donna" Click on each thumbnail to view a larger version and detail. |
"Harley" Boxer in Oils On Canvas UK 20 x 16
Rowena commissioned me to paint Harley, who was a very special dog and she was even featured in the Dogs Today Magazine UK. " What can I say??? I am totally lost for words. She looks so very beautiful and as large as life! I am so thrilled. Its just totally and utterly perfect! I sincerely would recommend you to anyone, not only for your talent, which is second to none, but also for the wonderful care and consideration that you have shown me. Nothing has been too much trouble for you to deal with and that in itself is a very rare commodity, one that is necessary in your line of work! I am very grateful indeed. with love and much gratitude Rowena xx".Click on each thumbnail to view a larger version and detail. |
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"Bailey" Spaniel Oils On Canvas 12 x 10
Alyssa Dermott from Canada emailed me a beautiful photo of Bailey, as she wanted a portrait of her dog as a gift to her husband. Alyssa sent me a wonderful email when she saw the final scan - Melanie, the portrait is absolutely stunning! You did an amazing job capturing his expressive eyes and I couldn't be more pleased. I'm speechless and I know Jeff will love it! You have a gift and I'm so glad you shared it with me in bringing my precious boy to life! I can't wait! Thanks again for the beautiful portrait and I'll let you know when it arrives safe & sound! |
"Whitie" Bichon Frise in Oils On Canvas 20 x 16
Whitie is a Bichon Frise owned by Ann Bain USA. She asked me to paint their family dog for her husbands birthday and wanted to make sure Whities favorurite toy was included in the portrait. This is an email from Ann when she saw the final scan of the portrait"...Hi - it really does look great - it really looks like her, so i am happy!! I have the framer ready to go as soon as I receive it - they are excited to do it for me. ". Click on each thumbnail to view a larger version and detail. |
