I am all about timeless art. I am a big believer that personalized art is to be displayed, cherished and celebrated. The Castelo Masterpiece is what I love to focus on. One gorgeous timeless painting finished on a Giclee Canvas and framed to perfection. Often times people ask me, "what is the medium?" - Well I love to mix mediums which is why this is a Mixed Media Piece of art - finished in Acrylics or Oils and often both! AND they are my favorite . . they're absolutely breath taking. I paint them myself from a photograph or photographs I create. Sometimes we create them in studio and sometimes on location - that is up to the client. They're vibrant and stand the test of time - paintings celebrate life, love and legacy! Paintings have depth, they are so elegant and can't be mistaken for anything else other than a painting! It takes an immense amount of time to create these paintings but they are so worth it in the end. The hardest part for me as an artist? To deliver them . . . I work so hard for months, fall in love with them and then they are done and delivered. I love making my clients happy - but sometimes it is really hard to let them go!
Paintings of those you love are conversation starters - it's just timeless art. I love when clients let me photograph their homes with the painting hanging - or send me a picture they took themselves. Seeing a painting I created hanging in someone's home is such a humbling and rewarding experience. I've created paintings of children, family, dogs, bridals and couples . . . it's an incredible gift to someone you love! I will never tire of delivering a painting and seeing them in awe . . . the excitement we all feel is a gift on it's own.
Everything I do starts with a photograph. We start in the studio or at the location of your choice and capture a variety of portraits of your family, child, pet - whatever it is we want to work with. We go over in great detail what you want out of this painting and where you want displayed in your home. Sizing is important, color harmony is also key. After the portraits are created I have you come in to see and discuss the portraits. We plan the painting - I give you an idea on time for delivery and then the process starts. One of a kind paintings are family heirlooms - they are a gift to your family in the future - something that cannot be replicated. You can see and physically feel all the brush stokes and the amount of dedication that goes into your piece - and I love every second of creating it.
Below is a beautiful painting I created for Alyssa and her husband of their beautiful daughters, Georgia & Hartley. I LOVE this painting. The simplicity, expressions and color harmony. Alyssa wanted it hung in the entry room of their beautiful home. We talked extensively about colors, clothing, feel and the location it would be displayed... when you plan everything before hand it takes all the stress away. I could not be more pleased with the results. In 10 years these little girls will not be so little anymore but this painting will forever capture their innocence and love they have for one another. I hope to work with Alyssa and her family again - watching families grow and create one of a kind pieces is what I do. It is what I love!
Words from our client ...
"Maria was terrific to work with, from start to finish. She is prompt in her communication, has great artistic ideas, listens to client's wishes, and she creates phenomenal products! She recently finished an oil painting of my daughters, and I am in complete awe of it. She captured my children's personalities perfectly, and created the most perfect work of art for my family. In addition to the gorgeous oil painting, we purchased additional photos. Each piece from Castelo is a true masterpiece. We are thrilled we found Maria and are so grateful she shared her amazing talent with us. If you work with her, I promise you will not be disappointed."
-Alyssa R.
One thing you think of most when you look back at history is all the amazing paintings created through the years. Yes, techniques have changed and style have most certainly changed, but the same thought is there. They've survived hundreds of years and still look just as rich as the time they were created. If you visit the historic houses of Charleston, SC you will be able to really embrace the beauty that the Joseph Manigault House, Heyward-Washington House, and the Williams Mansion has to offer. Thousands have come all over the U.S. to see the amazing artistry and history of all of these homes in Downtown Charleston, SC. It isn't difficult to stand for hours and just appreciate the way the brush strokes are and how someone sat for hours perfecting that piece of artwork. It's truly amazing and the end result cannot be replicated.
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