We are a Bradenton, Florida oil portrait studio specializing in fine art commissioned hand painted oil portraiture in a traditional, classic/realism style. We are also statewide and nationally known for our photo restoration of old or new photographs. We also provide color, b&w, and sepia copies of photographs.
Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
17 years--since 1991
What is your primary product or service?
oil portraiture,
photo restorations,
photo enhancement/digital services to photographers
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
by working for a local photographer and then adapting my skills into restoring photos and then branching out into oil portraits of individuals. I have been interested in art/an artist since childhood.
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
In the portrait realm, I offer brush oils that are quite realistic, spiced with impressionistic flair. In the photo restoration field, my services are unique in that I not only offer digital restorations, but I first learned the trade through 'by-hand' techniques, which is a highly skilled art. No other studio in this area can offer both techniques.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
the 32nd Street location IS our location
What type of payments do you accept?
personal checks,
cash
Which areas do you service?
Bradenton, Sarasota, and Palmetto for resetorations.
Oil portraits---I do portraits throughout the U.S., but mostly throughout Florida and the South.
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
Paula Hawkins
What are your hours of operation?
9 am thru 5pm; or appointments by special arrangement