Studio process
Every commission begins with the purpose behind the portrait: a gift, a memory, a couple's portrait, an elder's tribute, or a family keepsake. The process is careful by design, moving from reference review to a finished charcoal artwork with softness, likeness, and emotional presence.
The commission begins with a conversation about the reference photo, the reason for the portrait, the preferred size, and the deadline. If the image and timeline are suitable, the final quote is estimated from the size, urgency, and difficulty of the subject.
The portrait is drawn on Canson Scholar sheet in A3 or A2 size, with attention to likeness, facial structure, softness, and the emotion carried by the reference. A timelapse of the drawing can also be made when requested.
Once the portrait is complete, an HD scan can be shared with the client. The original artwork is carefully rolled and packed in a tube for DHL delivery, so it can be framed locally according to the client's own taste.
Commission details
Fazal accepts a wide range of charcoal portrait commissions, including children's portraits for gifts, elder portraits made as memories, couple portraits, tribute pieces, and personal keepsakes.
The most common formats are A3 and A2. Pricing depends on the selected size, the detail in the reference, the number of subjects, and how urgent the deadline is.
A single-person A2 portrait usually takes around two weeks. Urgent commissions can sometimes be completed in one week when the reference and schedule allow it.
The ideal reference photo has natural detail, proper lighting, and a useful angle for the facial features. Snapchat or Instagram filters should be avoided because they change skin, eyes, proportions, and texture.
Most clients prefer to wait for the finished portrait rather than request progress updates. Fazal informs the client once the drawing is complete, and an HD scan can be shared before courier delivery.
Frames are not included because courier services often reject framed artwork. The finished portrait is packed carefully in a tube so the client can frame it locally after receiving it.
Final presentation
