Coming soon to the Wine Spectator!

Since I wrote in this recent post about my trompe l'oeil painting, I have gotten several inquiries about the wine labels. This was one I did for our family, incorporating wine labels we had saved over the years - mostly with special memories attached. I have also been asked to do special orders of friends' own labels and corks, as well as cheese labels, and other personal memory-laden items.

I am currently accepting commissions on custom versions of this wine painting - incorporating specific labels and corks of the client's choosing. I will paint each label exactly as it is sent to me, including wine spills, rips, handwriting, etc., unless I receive instructions to "clean it up" (but I personally think the wine spills and other imperfections give the painting much more character).

This is the perfect gift for wine aficionados who already have all the oenophile's accoutrements. In a way, it's a very personal portrait of a wine lover's best memories!

Here are some of the specific details:

• Hand painted in highest quality artists oils on board (museum quality), signed
• Size: 24" x 16", unframed
• Price: $2100 (unframed)
• Price with gold leaf style frame: $2100 + 250 = $2350 (framed)
• Lead time: 6-8 weeks from the time I receive complete package of materials from customer
• Shipping: FedEx standard fee
• Cash, check and all credit cards accepted

Here's what I need from the customer to get started:

• Either actual labels and corks (preferable) or good photocopies & photos
• Signed contract and 50% downpayment

Balance, plus shipping, and sales tax within Massachusetts, will be due upon completion.

Here are some close-up shots of my own painting, showing my attention to even the tiniest details:

 It's a bit hard to capture on film, but I use real gold, silver and copper paints.

Contact: kate@katedickerson.com

PLEASE NOTE:

If you are interested in special ordering one of these paintings for the upcoming December holidays, please respond ASAP. 

Thank you!