e are delighted to introduce a new series of articles by portrait artist Chris Saper, addressing a breadth of topics about the goal that each of us share: producing excellent work. Excellence in our work most certainly involves putting brush to canvas—but it's also dependent upon the way we go about the myriad of activities that surround the painting process itself. The process that we're involved in is not only philosophical, but
aesthetic as well as practical.

In the coming months, you'll see articles on topics such as the nature of excellence, controlling your reference material, getting started in the business of portraiture, establishing your business identity, creating your portfolio and the importance of original samples.

Chris's background in health care administration, strategic planning and quantitative analysis provides her with a unique perspective about the business side of commission portraiture. Please join us bimonthly as Chris addresses some of the many processes so essential to continuing growth in the portrait painting world.

A Vision of Excellence
Getting Started in the Business of Portrait Painting
Meeting the Client
Looking in the Mirror: Setting the scope of your commissions
Your Business Identity
Put your Business Identity to Work
Portfolio Elements

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