The Family Portrait
Starting From £9000
A multi-figure portrait structured to balance individual likenesses within a unified composition.
The Nature of the Sitting
About The Family Portrait
The Family Portrait brings three or more sitters into a unified composition, balancing individual likeness with collective structure. Its strength lies in resolving relationships between figures while preserving clarity and presence.
Time is taken to understand the relationships between sitters — how they occupy space together, how posture and gesture interact, and how the overall structure carries a sense of balance. The aim is not simply to record who is present, but to establish how they belong within the same frame.
This format suits families seeking a lasting visual record, particularly for shared domestic settings or moments marking generational continuity.
From First Sitting to Completion
The process of The Family Portrait
An initial group sitting establishes the overall composition and spatial relationships. Individual sittings follow, allowing each likeness to be developed with care.
Preparatory charcoal drawings and miniature colour studies are used to resolve proportion and tonal balance before the painting is fully realised in the studio.
Typical Structure
- Initial group sitting
- Individual sittings as required
- Scale charcoal drawings
- Miniature colour studies
- Extended studio development
- Custom handmade frame included
- Studio or alternative location
Why This Scale
Choosing the Family Portrait
The Family Portrait is often selected when:
- Multiple generations are to be represented
- The work is intended as a lasting family record
- A shared domestic space is its destination
- Compositional presence is as important as individual likeness
It is structured to hold both identity and relationship in balance.
When Commissioned for Another
Gift A Portrait
This portrait is occasionally commissioned as a gift, particularly to mark significant milestones or personal occasions. Where discretion or timing is important, arrangements can be structured accordingly.
Framing, Studio & Location
A custom, handmade frame is included, chosen in consideration of scale and placement within the home.
Sittings may take place at the studio or at an alternative location, depending on the needs of the family and the intended composition.
Start Your Portrait Journey
Share your vision—each bespoke oil portrait begins with your story. Robert accepts only a select number of commissions each year, ensuring your portrait receives thoughtful care, focus, and craftsmanship. Take this first step towards a meaningful, lasting legacy.
