Blog · Portrait
Blog: portrait.
Articles on custom portraits - couple portraits, pet portraits, techniques, styles, how to order a portrait as a gift. Notes from the Bujnowłosa studio.
Portrait · 8 min
Famous artists who painted animals - the tradition of the animal portrait
George Stubbs, Rosa Bonheur, Sir Edwin Landseer - the artists who shaped the tradition of portraying animals. How their work inspires today's pet portraits.
Portrait · 8 min
Animal portraits across cultures - symbolism and meaning
Lions in Egyptian art, dragons in Chinese, stags in medieval heraldry. How different cultures portrayed animals and what it tells us about their meaning.
Portrait · 8 min
Animal portraits - the most popular techniques
Oil, watercolour, digital art - which technique to choose for a pet portrait? A comparison of techniques from the perspective of an artist who works with animal portraits.
Portrait · 8 min
A custom pet portrait - how to capture an animal's character
A pet's character shows in the gaze, the pose and the details. What's worth thinking through before ordering a portrait so it truly reflects the animal's personality.
Portrait · 8 min
A pet portrait as a keepsake forever
The bond with a pet is a relationship worth preserving. A portrait holds an animal's character and keeps it in memory for years.
Portrait · 8 min
A dog portrait as a gift for a child
A pet portrait is a gift that strengthens a child's bond with the animal and teaches empathy. What such an image gives and how to prepare it well.
Portrait · 9 min
A custom portrait - how to order and what to prepare
A step-by-step guide through the process of ordering a portrait. Which photos to send, how to describe your vision, how long it takes. Everything you need to know before getting in touch.
Portrait · 9 min
A portrait as a gift in different styles
Realistic, semi-realistic or illustrative - which portrait style works best as a gift? A guide for anyone looking for an idea for a special present.
Portrait · 9 min
The history of animal portraits - from caves to today's studios
Animal portraits have been with us for thousands of years. How they evolved from cave paintings, through court art, all the way to today's custom pet portraits.
Portrait · 8 min
The benefits of a wedding portrait as a gift and how to personalise it
A wedding portrait as a gift is a present that stays for years. What's worth knowing about personalisation and what sets a good portrait apart from an average one.
Portrait · 8 min
A custom wedding portrait - a keepsake from a special day
A wedding portrait captures the emotions of the day in a way photography can't. How to order, what to prepare and what you get at the end.
Portrait · 8 min
A wedding portrait as an original gift for the newlyweds
Looking for a gift that won't get lost among the standard well-wishes? A wedding portrait is a personal, valuable present that will stay with the couple for years.
Portrait · 8 min
A wedding portrait as a piece of interior decor
A wedding portrait doesn't have to hang in the bedroom like a relic. How to fit it into the space of your home so it's an important but not overwhelming part of the decor.
Portrait · 8 min
Wedding portraits digital vs traditional - which to choose
A digital or a traditional portrait? A comparison of two approaches to the wedding portrait: cost, turnaround time, the possibilities and limitations of each technique.
Portrait · 8 min
Wedding portraits in watercolour - lightness and delicacy
Watercolour is a technique that beautifully captures the romantic mood of a wedding day. Why a watercolour portrait is worth considering and what sets it apart.
Portrait · 9 min
The best techniques for creating wedding portraits
Realism, impressionism, illustrative style - which wedding portrait style best captures the atmosphere of your day? A guide to the techniques and their uses.
Portrait · 9 min
How to choose an artist for a wedding portrait - a guide for the couple
The choice of artist shapes how you'll remember your wedding day. What to look out for when choosing, what questions to ask and what to expect from a good portraitist.
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