UPDATES

November 16th, 2011:

Hi visitors, thanks for stopping by! I'm busy working on a few commissions for the upcoming holidays and I look forward to posting those on here when they're done (with the customer's permission, of course.) I also changed around my Facebook page for "Drawing You In." It's now for both my drawings and graphic design work, so don't let the change of logo throw you. I'm updating the Facebook links here to reflect the page change, but the one towards the bottom of this "Updates" section works.

I also hope to update the look of this website as my schedule allows, so stay tuned for some possible changes and further updates. Thanks!

-Jaci

October 5th, 2010 - NEW! Commission

September, 2010 - NEW! Young Boy

June 20th 2010 - NEW! Jennifer Aniston

May 27th, 2010 - New Courteney Cox portrait has been moved to its permanent home in the Celebrity Gallery.

May 21st, 2010 - This is a clip from the Ellen DeGeneres Show from May of 2007. During that season she had a segment called "Viewer Art" where she displayed artwork sent in by viewers. I drew a small portrait of her (not the same one that's posted here) and they actually aired it. If you'd like to skip ahead, it's at 2:17.

It was a complicated process to get this from the TV to this webpage, and thanks to Splatter Designs for helping with that and doing the best job possible with what he had to work with. =)

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March 25th, 2010 - Robert Downey Jr., Phase I - Here is the beginning of a Robert Downey Jr. drawing. The weird stuff at the bottom of his nose is going to be smoke because he's smoking in the original photograph. Will post updates as it moves along.

Jennifer Aniston Drawing #2

March 25th, 2010 - This drawing is a bit farther along than what's shown here, but I'd like to wait to post the finished product next. =) It will be posted in my Celebrity section as soon as it's done.

Other works in progress - Steve Carell - updated Feb. 2010

Courteney Cox - Updated July 2009

ABOUT

Thank you for visiting Drawing You In, the website featuring the artwork of Orlando-based artist and designer Jaci Steinberg. I provide custom pencil portraits of your family members, friends or pets. I also am available to do live portrait drawing at events or parties.

For more information about commissioned portraits, scroll down to the "Commissions" section, or click on the title in the "Blog Archive" section. You can also click on the first thumbnail in the right-hand column.

In addition to commissioned portraits, I also have paintings and pen and ink prints for viewing and for sale, as well as celebrity portraits for viewing. These can be accessed the same way as described above.

I offer Paypal as a quick and convenient option for payment. I will be updating the website with new information and artwork so do remember to check back frequently. If you have any questions regarding something you see on the site please feel free to email me at: jaci@drawingyouin.com or by clicking below. Thank you again for visiting!

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COMMISSIONS

Thank you for your interest in a custom portrait of your family or pet! These portraits are black and white and are done in graphite, like the example to the left, and the celebrity portraits on this site.

THE FINISHED PRODUCT: The portraits are typically done on a size of approx. 8" wide x 10" tall. Pricing depends upon the complexity of the project. If you are interested, please email me a photo and I can provide you with an estimate.

NOTE: I am currently updating this information and the Paypal amounts may not be the most up-to-date. Deposits will vary depending on the final price of the image. You can obtain this information by emailing me a photo and requesting an estimate.

PAYMENT: A non-refundable deposit of 50% is due up front with the remainder due upon completion of the portrait. There is no additional cost to ship a portrait via standard USPS mail. Continue below to make a deposit or final payment.

Time to complete a portrait will depend on the complexity. If you are interested, please email me an image and I will give you an estimate.

I'M INTERESTED - WHAT DO I DO NOW? The first step is to submit a photograph. These can be emailed to me or I can work from a hard copy.

IMPORTANT: The better the photograph, the better the end result. A high quality photograph to work from is very important. For the best result, a reference photo must have the following qualities:

• CLARITY: They must be in focus and the subject's face must fill up most of the frame - enough so that details of the subject's face are visible. A high resolution image is best (300 dpi.) If you have questions about the resolution of your image let me know and I can take a look.
• CONTRAST: You may notice in my "Celebrity" section that all of the examples contain variation between lights and darks. Shadows on the subject's face make it easier to distinguish features and therefore reproduce them most accurately. Note: I unfortunately cannot work from a school/class photograph of a child.
• SIZE: A larger photo is better. A minimum size of 5" x 7" is fine as long as the subject's face takes up most of the frame. I unfortunately cannot work from wallet-sized images.
  

NOTE: When providing me with images of your loved ones, your confidentially and privacy is respected. The images you provide will be used strictly for portrait purposes. Your approval will be obtained prior to displaying any portraits on this site or elsewhere, if applicable.

If you are interested or would like more information please feel free to contact me via email at: jaci@drawingyouin.com or by clicking here:

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To make a deposit or final payment, a variety of options are available here via PayPal:

Commission Deposit or Final Payment

Deposit $80.00Final Payment $80.00

Feel free to browse some past commissioned pieces below (and check back again for more), and again, thank you for your interest in Drawing You In!

P-Nut, Yorkshire Terrier, 2009


Commission, 2009

Commission, 2009

DRAWING AT EVENTS

I am available to work at parties or special events drawing portraits. I require a subject to sit for me for about 10 minutes and when we are done they will have an original piece of artwork to take home.

THE PORTRAITS - Each portrait is drawn in graphite on on a 5 1/2" x 8" piece of 140 lb watercolor paper. Keep in mind these are not caricatures, but more realistic looking portraits. You can see a few samples below:

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Each finished piece is packaged in an 8" x 10" sealed clear plastic sleeve for protection. Matboard is in the sleeve as well to prevent bending.

PRICING - I charge $65 per hour for my portrait drawing services. I can complete approximately 5 - 6 portraits per hour and can draw adults or children.

SUPPLIES - I bring most of my own supplies. From the event host I would just need two chairs - one for me and one for the subject - and access to an electrical outlet for a light.

PAYMENT - If you are interested in hiring me for an event I will have you sign a proposal and contract agreeing to terms of my services as well as payment terms. I do ask for a 30% deposit upon scheduling my services with the remaining balance due the night of the event upon completion of my contracted time. A small additional fee may be incurred for travel depending upon the destination of event.

Event Deposit Payment

Event Deposit - 1 Hour $19.50 Event Deposit - 2 Hours $39.00 Event Deposit - 3 Hours $58.50 Event Deposit - 4 Hours $78.00

If you are interested in hiring me for an event or have any additional questions please feel free to contact me at: jaci@drawingyouin.com or by clicking on the icon below the photo.

CELEBRITY GALLERY

Please note that all of these drawings were created from photographs taken by others.

Jennifer Aniston, 2010

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Courteney Cox, 2010

Tom Hanks, 2010

John Mayer, 2009



Jennifer Aniston, 2009

Anne Hathaway, 2009

Ellen DeGeneres, 2008



Angelina Jolie, 2008

PAINTINGS

New Stuff:

"Dorothy and Friends," acrylic on canvas, 8" h x 24" w; SOLD at Cafe Tu Tu Tango, International Drive, Orlando, FL


"Elizabeth Taylor," acrylic on canvas, 8" x 8"; SOLD at Cafe Tu Tu Tango, International Drive, Orlando, FL

All paintings are acrylic on canvas. I do not have giclee prints available just yet. All items for sale are the original artworks.

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Painting No. 1 - 12" x 12," acrylic on canvas - $650

Painting No. 2 - 8" w x 10" h, acrylic on canvas - $800

Painting No. 3 - 12" x 12," acrylic on canvas - $650

Painting No. 4 - 11" w x 14" h, acrylic on canvas - $850

Painting No. 5 - 8" w x 10" h, acrylic on canvas - $800