Classic Watercolour House Portrait
A$109.00
Turn a favourite photograph into a beautifully finished watercolour portrait - created to celebrate the home you love, remember a meaningful place, or give someone a truly personal gift.
Choose a high-resolution digital file or a print on Hahnemühle German Etching fine art paper.
Add an optional personalised inscription.
You'll receive a proof to review before anything is printed.
PRODUCT OPTIONS
Format: Digital file / Fine art print
Size: A4; 8x10 inches (20x25cm); 11x14 inches (28x36cm); 12x12 inches (30x30cm)
Inscription: Enter your wording exactly as you'd like it to appear, including capitalisation, spelling and punctuation. Leave blank for no inscription.
ABOUT YOUR PORTRAIT
Every portrait begins with your photograph. I prepare the image first, correcting the angle, clearing small distractions and making sure the home is shown at its best. The artwork is then developed through several rounds of rendering and refinement. I correct the architectural details by hand, soften anything that reads as too digital, and finish the piece with a painted border and your inscription.
You approve a proof before anything is printed. That's included in the price, not an add-on.
CHOOSING YOUR FORMAT
Digital file A high-resolution file sized to print at [SIZES]. Delivered by email within 3 to 4 business days of proof approval. Includes a short guide to fine art printing, with recommended Australian printers if you'd like a physical copy.
Fine art print Printed on Hahnemühle German Etching 300gsm, a heavyweight cotton paper with a soft textured surface made for watercolour work. Available in [SIZES]. Printed and shipped within 3 to 7 business days of proof approval.
What's included
A custom watercolour portrait created from your own photograph
Full photo preparation: composition, lighting and colour correction
Removal of small distractions such as bins, hoses, cables or garden clutter
Improving the garden - add flowers, leaves on trees - if needed
Hand correction of architectural details post-rendering
A soft, painted-edge border
Your choice of inscription
A proof for your approval before printing or delivery
HOW IT WORKS
1. Send your photograph Once you've ordered, you'll get an email from me within 24 hours with instructions for sending your photo. If you'd rather check first, fill out the contact form to get in touch - I'd be happy to check your photo before you order and I'll tell you honestly whether it'll work.
2. I create your portrait I prepare the image, render the artwork and refine the details by hand. This takes 3 to 4 business days.
3. Approve your proof You'll see the finished portrait before anything is printed. If anything needs to be changed I will do that for you.
4. Receive your portrait Digital files arrive by email or Google Drive for large files. Prints are professionally printed and shipped to you, arriving within 3 to 7 business days.
CHOOSING YOUR PHOTO
For the best result, choose a photograph that is:
Clear, sharp and taken in good light
Large enough to show the important architectural details
Taken reasonably straight-on rather than at an extreme angle
Free from heavy shadows across the building
Not obscured by large trees, vehicles or other objects
A phone photograph is usually perfectly suitable if it's clear and well lit. Your image doesn't need to be professionally taken. I'll improve the presentation where possible before creating the portrait.
INSCRIPTION IDEAS
Most customers choose a family name, address, property name, meaningful date or short phrase. Brief inscriptions work best and keep the finished portrait elegant.
The family name
The property name
A street address
"Our First Home"
"Home Sweet Home"
A wedding or settlement date
A short message for the recipient
Unframed Fine Art Paper Prints
- Printed on Hahnemühle German Etching fine art paper
- Because it's archival, your print will look as good in 100 years as it does the day you first hang it on your wall
How long will it take? Your artwork is ready for proofing within 3 to 4 business days. Digital files are sent as soon as you approve the proof. Prints are produced and posted within a further 3 to 7 business days.
What if I want changes to the proof? I'll work with you until you are happy with the result.
Can I print the digital file myself? Yes. The file is supplied at a resolution suitable for printing at the size you order. I'll include a short guide covering paper choice and a few Australian fine art printers I'd recommend.
Do prints come framed? No, prints are unframed and unmounted.
Can this be sent as a gift? Absolutely. A custom home portrait suits a housewarming, wedding, anniversary, first home, retirement or farewell. The print can be sent directly from my printer to the recipient with an optional gift message included. Please note: gifts cannot be gift-wrapped.
Where do you ship, and what does it cost? I currently ship within Australia. Standard shipping is included in the price.
What if I'm not happy with the result? Your portrait isn't finished until you approve it. I'll keep refining the proof for as long as we need to get it right, and if we can't get there, I'll refund you in full.
Approving the proof is the point of no return. Your file goes out, or your print goes to the printer. Because each portrait is made for one person and one home, I can't offer refunds after that point. So take your time with the proof and tell me exactly what you'd like changed.
What happens if my print arrives damaged? If your print is damaged during transit, please get in touch right away. Take a couple of photos of the damage on the packaging and print which I will send to the printer. They will send you a new print to replace the damaged one.
How is the artwork made? Each portrait is built from your own photograph through a studio process combining digital rendering with hand finishing. Here's the full explanation of how I work.