If you need an item by a specific date or for a specific event, please let me know in advance of accepting a proposal. Your item(s) will be shipped as soon as possible after completion of the artwork. This generally takes about 2-3 weeks, sooner if backlog allows. You will be notified of your place in the queue upon order receipt. I can personally deliver items in the RDU area, and will ship domestically through UPS Ground. International shipments will need to be reviewed on a case by case basis (for cost and/or customs requirements), and will be examined at time of proposal.

I take great pride in my work. If you buy something and are unsatisfied with the result, I guarantee that I will work with you to adjust the design free of charge. Please contact me if you have any issues. Each return will be handled on an individual case basis. Any returned items must be returned in their original packaging or similar (a sturdy shipping box with internal padding) and mailed with Delivery Confirmation.

Painting From Photo - Custom

$125

This item is a made to order custom original portrait in acrylic, watercolor, or mixed media, from a photograph that you provide. Artist will sign work and retains rights to digital image for addition to work portfolio. Price includes a minimum of 11x14 portrait on archival quality paper shipped securely in mat. Shipping prices are for continental US - international and alaska/hawaii will be priced out separately, if required. Other framing, media (excepting oil), and sizing options are available upon request. Looking forward to working with you!!!

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Mary Christine Morris

Morris Creative Services

RALEIGH, NC

Member since: 2015

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My story:
Hi everyone - welcome to my audacious artventure! At 44, I am a late entrant into the world of visual arts. I was born and raised just outside of Philadelphia, PA, and has been living and working in the Raleigh-Durham area since 1999. I spent most of my adult life believing that my creative tendencies only lent themselves to problem solving and big picture thinking… I am a technology and business strategist by trade, and spend most of my working hours turning problems and issues into opportunities and successes.

I have played piano, clarinet, saxophone, and percussion instruments (marimba, xylophone, bells, etc.) at various points throughout my life, but it has never come naturally to me… After a recent layoff, I decided to take art lessons and see if I could stop sitting on the sidelines… I found out a few things I'd love to share:

Creative expression is freeing and cathartic.
Turns out anyone can draw, given a bit of basic instruction and a whole bunch of PRACTICE.

I don't know why that was such an epiphany for me - anything we strive to be good at we have to practice. Even the most amazing soccer players are still out there on the field honing their craft. Even the most gifted musician still puts time in to practicing and learning… The trick is learning how to draw what you SEE rather than what you KNOW.

Be passionate, be curious, and be patient - life is good, and far too short to be afraid! A lifelong love of learning and a good sense of humor will carry you far
in this world.

Let me share my love for art with you :)

My Art:

I opened this shop to share joy. I love seeing people's faces when they are presented with portraits of their pets or loved ones. I've completed 8 commissions thus far, and many other pieces of work that have been well received by their new owners.

I enjoy many types of media/art, including authoring children's stories, photography, sketching/drawing with graphite, colored pencil, and markers, as well as painting with soft/hard/oil pastels, acrylic, mixed media, digital, and watercolor. My favorite subject matter is portraiture - people, animal, or geek/fantasy - as well as abstractions.

My other motivation is to help offset my nasty art supply and book habit :). Of course, if you commission a piece from me, I'll have to go out and get some new supplies! It's an endless cycle. I'm having a blast!

Memberships and Awards:

I am an exhibiting artist member of the Durham Arts Guild, and the Visual Art Exchange (VAE) in Raleigh. I have two pieces for sale and on display in the VAE's holiday show.

I was honored to receive a third place ribbon in the amateur drawing category in the 2015 NC State Fair Art and Photography Competition.

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