Distinctive Oil Portrait Painting keeping up legend of her cousin Norman Rockwell
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These are the articles that Jessica Rockwell has written about the wonderful families that she got to know while creating \”her portraits in oil of family\”. She wrote them because she wanted to record her happy experiences as a portrait painter and also because she thought others might enjoy them too. If you have ever thought about getting a portrait done of yourself, your children or your family, you can get a little idea of the fun things that can happen. You can also see galleries of her portraits from the menu above.
I always enjoy talking to people who call to inquire about getting a children portrait painting. Recently a man told me that there is something that distinguishes my portraits as being painted by me. He said that he had agreed with his wife. She commented that all my portraits “show realism but with a brightness to them and never anything stoic or forced.” I liked that. It rings true to me.
Here is a mother and children oil portrait in a short video, fairy-tale style.
As you might imagine, this oil portrait of a mother and her three children has a special story. I want to tell it to you in some detail. You’ll see the mother’s written words (which she graciously allowed me to share):
It began with an email that she wrote me. “I’ve looked through your website and all of your lovely portraits and talent. I don’t know how I started looking but my husband’s 40th birthday is coming up and I wanted to do something special for him. I have photographed our family since my little ones were born. Now my daughter is 7 and my twin boys are 10. Very rarely have I been in any photographs alone or with them.I thought I would like to pursue this idea of a beautiful posed but editorial-looking moment that has a classic look – not extremely modern – of my children with me for him.I would love to speak with you about this and talk about different ideas.It feels strange to put me in the art. Perhaps just the children are better but there really isn’t much of me that exists with them.I would love to take the second step and speak with you about this portrait.” [continue reading…]
It was such a treat for me to do a custom family oil portrait painting of 4 captivating sisters. They ranged in ages from approaching adulthood, teen, pre-teen to 5 years old.
When I did this painting, I had the help of my representative who arranged everything. I was able just to show up with my husband to do the [continue reading…]
Custom Oil Portrait of Mother & Child at the Piano
Here’s a story about a young mother who wanted to surprise her husband with a custom family portrait of herself with the new baby. A mother and child portrait —always a treasure!
First we arranged for the perfect time for the baby—well, toddler—after his nap, etc., etc. Then we photographed the two of them at the piano. You never know what to expect with a young little tyke, but we all went with the flow and it was lots of fun. He was indeed cute, curious and kept trying to play the piano, for example. We handled that easily of course by closing the cover over the keys. It wasn’t until I started the painting that I realized how absolutely dull the piano looked with the keys hidden. When I returned [continue reading…]
When I talk to her on the phone and look over at her portrait I feel she is really with me. Having her portrait kind of makes up a little for not having her here with me every day.
I think their children and grandchildren will look at these paintings with great admiration and want the same for themselves.
Looking at those portraits brings such joy. The details, from their beautiful, sparkling eyes to the tiny lines on their fingers and toes, makes me feel as though I’m revisiting the past.
Grant gave the ultimate compliment for a 17-year-old: ’Can I have that for my room?’ He likes the way he looked in it.
I had no idea it was going to come out this good. I don’t mean that badly—your work is beautiful. But seeing this of my own children, I just can’t get over how how good it is!
The portrait captures her so well, from her bright, shining eyes right down to the way she is holding her precious little hands. We both had tears in our eyes. It’s perfect!
The portrait seemed amazing when we first got it, but now, 2 years later, it is even more enjoyable because she has changed so. You completely captured her.
It has made such a presence in our living room. Every time I go through the room I see her at that time. She has changed already. You know, Taylor’s is the best one of your portraits.
I look into their eyes and I feel as if I can look right into their young hearts. When you realize it is an investment in art for future generations, you want the best.
I feel it is the ultimate gift to my girls…to see themselves as the beautiful children they were and to capture their innocence. …to be passed down through the generations.
Jessica’s work on my granddaughter’s portrait is extraordinary. She captured every feature and expression exactly. Not only is her work fabulous, but she is one of the kindest ladies I have ever met. She worked closely with me to obtain the end result, which is something I have been trying to capture since my granddaughter was a baby. I will always cherish the piece of art that she had completed and would highly recommend Jessica to anyone looking for exceptional work and professionalism. Th… Read more
It was such a joy to work with you—so easy right from the beginning. The final result is simply breathtaking. Our family and friends are amazed at the likeness.
No matter how big he gets he will always be my little boy and I have your beautiful picture to remember that special time.
It becomes a family heirloom that is priceless. As we see our children grow, it makes me happy to know that this time period will be remembered forever.
The detail in your work from the gleam in Dale’s eyes to the plaid in his shirt will ever serve as a wonderful, lasting reminder of this important time in his life.
You were wonderful to deal with. In the photo session you knew how to get her relaxed. You went the extra mile to create something really incredible.
Oh, sweet, sweet. Look at those expressive eyes. I love it—there is nothing not to love about it. It’s like he’s sitting right there on the fence with me.
Oh, my gosh. I’m going to cry. It definitely looks like her. There is a spirituality in the painting. You do that all the time. I look at it and I get peace.
My family was in awe when they saw it. Some thought it was a photograph because it is so true to life. Their characters shine through their eyes.
I brought Michelle in to see her portrait and she put her finger to her cheek. I asked her, ‘What do you think of it?’ She said, ‘I’m pretty!
Norm surprised me with it today. It’s fantastic. It’s just absolutely gorgeous! Thank you so much. I can’t even believe it. I am stunned!
I don’t even know what to say. That’s exactly what we wanted. I just can’t stop looking at it. I could just hold her little hand. I keep walking at different angles to take it all in.
When the painting was unveiled, you got a standing ovation. It was the crowning point of the convention—it was done at the very end. It was the perfect thing.
When I saw your paintings originally I could appreciate their beauty on their own, but it was not until I saw my own children painted by you that I fully recognized your talent.
I like the little bit of ‘Sparkle’ you put in her eyes in the oil portrait because that is her!!!!! She looks BEAUTIFUL!!! We love it!!
I love seeing the three of them hanging side by side. I almost feel as though my children, at that age, are in the room with me. It’s magical!
My husband’s portrait is so lifelike that I feel that he could reach out and touch me. Even apart from the physical, you captured his personality, his essence—I can’t take my eyes off it!
I look at it every day and it always puts a smile on my face and makes me happy inside. It shows the casual life style that suits us and brings out our personalities. It’s endearing.
The world renown painter Jessica Rockwell was really able to capture that cute couple who recently celebrated their 60th Wedding anniversary with a lifetime painting!
You capture a ‘feeling’ in me that is more than the expression on my face; the painting conveys an “inner peace” that I certainly feel and that I am happy you could capture.
I feel like he could just step right out of the picture. So different, much more real than having a photograph. It’s awesome having portraits of all my children.
call to inquire about getting a children portrait painting. Recently a man told me that there is something that distinguishes my portraits as being painted by me. He said that he had agreed with his wife. She commented that all my portraits “show realism but with a brightness to them and never anything stoic or forced.” I liked that. It rings true to me.
