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Portrait Gifts by Andelko Andy Pranjic
Fine Artist, Portraitist & Caricaturist
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Phone Number: 250 724 9901, PST Email Address: andysart@shaw.ca
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| Artist's Statement: | |
| "I aim to embrace your splendour and sincerity portraying likeness and personality traits into an unique, personalized, lasting art portrait whose visual magic enlightens your mind, heart and soul". Specializing in creating Fine Art Portraits by commission in a classic old masters tradition according to your wishes that will fit your standards, taste and budget... It makes unique, personalized and romantic gift for that special occasion; Like birthday gift, anniversary gift, graduation gift, wedding gift, retirement gift or any other. It is a great idea and could be gift of a lifetime if you will. To create your uniquely personalized portrait gift, Andy needs only a couple photographs of good quality, close-up with a clear colour of the eyes and a few words describing the subjects personality. When creating portraits strictly from photos: for busy clients, children and pets that cannot stand still for a period of time, posthumous portraits and those commissioned as a great surprise gift, Andy applies his experience of creating portraits from life and his in-depth academic training. His portraits are finely drawn and detailed with his own mark of distinction. He is proficient creating oil portraits on canvas , watercolour portraits and pastel portraits, as well as charcoal portraits, pen & ink portraits and Pencil drawn portraits. Portrait commissions are now accepted internationaly. Your pictures could be sent by e-mail or snail-mail and finished personalized portraits will be properly packaged and shipped to your address by a carrier of your choice. However, for the residents of Vancouver Island BC, Andy is willing to travel to their residence when they request a portrait in colour. Commissioning a uniquely personalized portrait gift that futures you, your loved one or "something" that you will cherish forever is the gift of a lifetime and healthiest ego treat ever that money can buy. A great gift idea, wouldn't you agree. | |
| Awards: | |
| 1997 First Place Award, for a Portrait in Oil on canvas, Alberni Valley Juried Art-show 1997 Honorable Mention, Watercolour painting, Alberni Valley Juried Art-show 1998 First Place Award, Portrait in Pastel, Alberni Valley Juried Art-show 1998 First People’s Choice Award, Watercolour painting, Alberni Valley Juried Art-show. 1999 First Place Award, Portrait in Pastel, Alberni Valley Juried Art-show 1982 Pink Carnation Award of the city of Sarajevo: Outstanding Student; 1979 - 1987 Recipient of The most prestigious and nonrefundable Scholarship Award for Exceptionaly Talented Students in Sarajevo. | |
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| All prices are in Canadian dollars: PEN & INK and PENCIL DRAWING For a head; size (9x12) the price start at $ 99. For a head & shoulders; size (12 X 16) the price start at; $ 145, Half figure with hands; size (16 X 20) the price start at; $ 225, 3/4 - Full lenght; size (24 X 30) the price start at; $ 325 PASTEL & WATERCOLOUR For a head; size (9x12) the price start at $ 175. For a head & shoulders; size (12 X 16) the price start at; $ 295, Half figure with hands; size (16 X 20) the price start at; $ 475, 3/4 - Full lenght; size (24 X 30) the price start at; $ 675. PORTRAITS IN OIL For a head; size (9x12) the price start at $ 295. For a head & shoulders; size (12 X 16) the price start at; $ 475, Half figure with hands; size (16 X 20) the price start at; $ 675, 3/4 - Full lenght; size (24 X 30) the price start at; $ 975. Fees above are for a non-detailed painted background. Background settings featuring landskape, architecture, etc., add 25%. Sizes are approximate and adjusted as circumstances warrant. Additional figures in the composition are 50% of stated prices. Matting and framing are additional. The artist will assist in framing the painting if requested. As the painting approaches completion, you will participate in a "proofreading review" so that any necessary adjustments can be made to your satisfaction. Delivery arrangments are made in consultation with you. | |
| Biography: | |
| An European Fine Artist, creates heirloom quality fine portraits by commission. Schooled and skilled in a classic old masters tradition with a modern sensibility. Believes in the eternal values and the credo of the Renaissance; "Love and respect for God's creation, for it's harmony and beauty without alterations - a knowledge of anatomy, perspective, composition, painting and drawing methods and skills". Andelko Andy Pranjic was born in Sarajevo Bosnia & Herzegovina on March 28, 1964 the very same hour the Tsunami struck the coast of Alberni Valley. Thirty years later, by fate, by chance or by divine providence he would become a permanent resident of Alberni Valley, on the West Coast of Vancouver Island. Andelko cannot remember when he started to draw but he remembers being called “the artist” by his elementary school friends and teachers. Although being an outstanding student and a recipient of the most prestigious scholarship award for excellence, still he was in defiance of his mother’s desire to take "science or electronics" as a subject of his studies. He was always true to Fine Art, the choice of his heart. First he went to a Commercial Fine Art School to learn about advertising, illustrating and graphic design, and then he earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from "Academy of Fine Arts", University in Sarajevo. During his schooling years he travelled across Europe studying the work of the Old Masters: Leonardo, Durer, Rembrandt, Wermeer and Ingres, to name just a few whose work inspires him. Two years he worked as an illustrator and a portrait painter attending the painter’s workshops in Pocitelj, Backa Topola and Slavonski Brod. In 1989 Andy started teaching Fine Art and History of Fine Art at a high school in Bosanski Brod. He was an advertising artist, as well as custom and scene designer for a local theatre. During the summer he painted portraits on the Adriatic Coast. At the beginning of the war in Bosnia Pranjic chooses not to fight, so he spent two years as a refugee in Sweden. Then he immigrated to Canada to reunite with his wife Tatjana. They started a new life - learning a new language while working a variety of jobs. Fortunately their new Canadian friends helped them stand up on their feet. Soon, upon immigrating to Canada in 1995, British Columbia’s vibrant colours and light immediately captivated Pranjic and his artistic self was born again. He entered a few Professionally Juried Art-shows and won in every category and for each piece he entered. It’s taken awhile, but Andelko Pranjic's passion has once again become his main pastime. Andelko loves to study human nature and he is inspired by the integrity of the individual at any age - all those things that make us ourselves, therefore portraits and caricatures are the best way to express that need. To achieve innermost perception of human spirit, a primary reason to commission a portrait in this day and age, he applies numerology and astrology in a similar way that Leonardo Da Vinci depicted with his portraits. With each commissioned portrait Andelko's clients get a free astrology and numerology profile. | |
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| If you are considering an artwork commission as a special gift but still need more information, i.e. pricing & payment options or any other question you may have please do not hesitate to contact Andy now at 250 724 9901, Or send an e-mail at andysart@shaw.ca. to talk about your needs and possible alternatives. “I thank you for visiting my Web-studios and showing an interest in my work. As for reading so far I would like to reward you; make me an offer for eny commission you may want and I'll write back to tell you if it's acceptable. Even if you are just browsing I would love to hear from you with some comments or suggestions, so please drop me a line....”. Regards Andelko Andy Pranjic | |
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