Commissions

My goal in portraiture is to create something that feels like the next best thing to the person themselves — capturing not only their physical likeness, but also something of their spirit. An oil painting is archival and can last for generations, becoming a meaningful family heirloom to pass down.

I invite clients to my studio in Buttevant, Co. Cork, where the natural, indirect daylight provides ideal lighting for reference photography. During your session, I’ll take a series of carefully composed photographs to work from. For child portraits, I often set up simple, charming scenes — a tea party, baking, or another quiet activity that allows the child to relax and be themselves. These sessions usually take 30–40 minutes, during which I capture a wide range of images. After editing, I’ll send you a selection of the best photographs, and from these you choose the one you’d like me to paint.

Throughout the painting process, I work closely with each client, providing updates and involving you at key stages. If you wish, I can send progress images by email so you can follow your portrait’s development from first brushstroke to final detail.

My most popular portrait size is 40 × 50 cm – €950, which includes the studio session and a high-quality off-white frame, ready to hang in your home. Please get in touch if you’d like to discuss a commission — I’d be delighted to hear your ideas and answer any questions.

 

 

Client Testimonials  

 

“The entire process of working with Julianne was fantastic. Communication was always prompt and clear. When we arrived at her beautiful home, she made us feel immediately welcome. Her experience as a parent was evident—she quickly put our daughter at ease, and the photo shoot began effortlessly. All the shots were brilliant, and the hardest part was choosing the final image for the painting. Once we made our decision, Julianne got to work, and just a few short weeks later, the painting was hanging in our living room, ready to be shared with family this Christmas."

 

“We’re absolutely in love with the portrait Julianne created of our son. The process was relaxed and thoughtful from start to finish, and the result is something we’ll treasure forever.”

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“Julianne’s studio was so welcoming, and she instantly made our little girl feel at home. The photo session felt like play, and the final painting genuinely took our breath away. It’s already a family heirloom in the making.”

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“We were blown away by how smoothly everything went — from the photo shoot to the final delivery. Julianne is not only incredibly talented, but also kind, calm, and so easy to work with. The portrait is more than we could’ve hoped for.”