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Design is the concept of where the portrait is going to be
made, the location or background that will be utilized to
reflect the lifestyle or preference of the subject. Composition
is part of design and defines how the subject is arranged and
other elements in that space to form a complete visual
statement.
Pose considers how and why the subject is positioned after
the location has been decided.
Color Harmony is the blending of the colors, furniture,
plants, artifacts, and background together, to make a pleasing
image.
Steven’s
desire is to create a sensitive and beautiful portrait for you in
which everyone looks their very best. He has over 20 years
experience in the industry and is still passionate about his work.
Steven knows that art takes time and will never rush his clients.
When working with young children Steven and his staff will schedule
the session around your child’s best time of day. One of the major
ingredients in the success of our work is the time we spend with our
clients. After
completion of the portrait session, an appointment will be made for
ordering your portraits in our studio. Our portrait consultants will
collaborate with you and give their recommendations.
By the end of
the appointment, the composition of your portraits and fees will be
finalized. All of
our images are carefully hand printed to precise standards. Our
artist will meticulously enhance the image. All skin tones are
carefully blended, facial lines softened and any blemishes removed.
Each eye is delicately enhanced for color. Certain areas of the
portrait might be toned down other areas lightened to create the
maximum impact. The image is then mounted under heavy pressure to
Artist’s Canvas and finished with multiple coats of Lacquer spray.
Delivery
time on portraits varies. Average production time is 8 to 12
weeks. Quality and Craftsmanship are priorities. Therefore we
cannot guarantee an exact delivery date.
THE PHILOSOPHY
Steven Kramer is dedicated to creating portraiture that touches the
heart and warms the home for years to come. The dramatic results
achieved in a Steven Kramer Portrait are achieved by a strict
commitment to take time to discuss the needs of each client,
planning out every detail, discussing the importance of clothing and
style, and by working patiently and diligently in the camera room to
achieve unparalleled excellence in each and every portrait.
THE FINISHED ART
Each Steven Kramer Signature Portrait is carefully hand printed to
exacting standards, artistically enhanced and finished with special
lacquers to create an outstanding work of art that touches the heart
of the viewer. A wide selection of custom frames are available to
enhance the finished portrait and compliment any style home. Only
the finest products and frames are used.
OUR FEES
There is
a pre-paid creation fee of $300 that goes towards the time spent in
a planning and creating your portrait. It allows us to spend the
time necessary to create that special portrait you desire. It is
not a deposit and does not go toward the purchase of the portraits.
Archival
Canvas Wall Portraits range from $18, 000 to $1000 depending on
size. Miniature table size photographic portraits 8 x 10 to 5 x 7
range from $400 to $150 depending on the pose and quantity.
Prices
do not include framing, shipping or sales tax.
Studio
Hours:
Tuesday - Friday 10 am to 6 pm
Saturday 10 am to 5 pm
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