Richard Whitney, CM
The Artist's Process 

According to Bill Vose of Vose Galleries, Boston, "Richard Whitney is one of the best living artists of our generation." With work in over 650 collections, Richard is nationally known for his corporate commissions as well as portraits of public officials and academic leaders. Typically, Richard's requires 2 sittings of 3 to 4 hours each. While the artist prefers to work from life at the start of the portrait, he will also work from photographs.

Each client has the opportunity to review the pose before the portrait is complete. If the painting is complex, Richard prepares a compositional sketch for review. Many clients enjoy traveling to Richard's 81-acre retreat in southern New Hampshire, well known for its picturesque setting but Richard is also available to travel to the clients home or office. Completed portraits are usually delivered in 3 to 6 months, but in case of a rush, Richard can usually deliver a painting in just under one month.

Richard has completed many prominent portrait commissions for clients of The Copley Society, most recently two three-quarter length portraits for Northeastern University (former Presidents John Curry and Kenneth Ryder); three three-quarter length portraits for Mt. Ida College (including President Dr. Brian Carlson); and a three quarter length portrait of Commander Mary Sears for the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institute.

                                                                     

* Sizes and prices will vary according to the composition best suited to the client's requirements.                                                                          

Head and Shoulders (30"x24")	$9,000
Half-Length with Hands (40"x24")	$15,000
Three Quarter Length (40"x34")	$17,000
Full Figure (60"x40" at least)	$20,000

                                                                                          

     

                                                                           6/07