1. Annette will meet with you to plan the size, pose, setting, and mood of the portrait. She will gladly look at clothing selections and offer suggestions, if desired A charcoal study of the subject may be drawn at this time.

2. At a second meeting, 50-150 photographs will be taken for detailed references of the subject in various poses and surroundings. This process will take less than two hours.

3. Unlike most portrait artists, Annette will return with several compositional plans for you to choose from. She believes there are several excellent ways to paint an individual and you will be involved in the decision before the painting has begun.

4. After a composition is selected, The painting is started in her studio. Adults and older children may enjoy having a couple of sittings with the artist, or the work can be done from the photos and charcoal study. Small children are invited to 'visit' the paintings so Annette can see them again without asking them to pose. The portrait is completed in the studio and brought to the client. Any requested adjustments can be made at this time. She will also help in the selection of a frame, if desired.