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I'm looking for a skilled artist to create a realistic portrait of my grandfather dressed in a captain's uniform, inspired by Edward Smith, the captain of the Titanic. Requirements: - Medium: Digital art, oil painting, or watercolor painting - Background: Neutral gray - Style: Realistic, resembling traditional captain's portraits Ideal Skills and Experience: - Expertise in portrait painting - Experience with realistic and detailed uniform representation - Proficiency in chosen medium Please provide samples of similar work. Looking forward to your bids!
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From your brief, I understand you are looking for a portrait design. You can see an example of one of those projects in my portfolio links here: https://www.freelancer.com/u/Emdyarts If you award me the project, I'd be pleased to discuss this further and get started for you as soon as possible. Thanks! Emdy
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GoodDay, I understand you’re looking for professional support on “Realistic Captain's Portrait”. I’m Sabina, an experienced artist/designer specializing in Art Consulting, Digital Art, Illustration, Costume Design, Watercolor Painting, Photoshop, Illustrator, Visual Design and Oil Painting. Portfolio link: https://www.freelancer.com/u/ArtisticQueens Ready to start immediately.
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Hello There Regarding your project ( Realistic Captain's Portrait), We would like to grab this opportunity and will work till you get 100% satisfied with our work. With over 12 years of expertise in graphic design, logo design, brand identity, Photoshop, Illustrator, and more, our accomplished team has made a significant impact across the UAE, USA, Saudi Arabia, UK, and many other countries. Our extensive international experience and commitment to excellence ensure we deliver exceptional and captivating results every time. will provide fully editable source files in various formats, including AI, EPS, PDF, JPEG, PNG. Our experienced team creates captivating Illustration, Illustrator, Photoshop, Visual Design with skill and creativity. Please check out my profile: https://www.freelancer.com/u/engmoriadham. If you like what you see, let's connect in chat to discuss how we can bring your vision to life. I will make sure to protect your payments, If you are not happy with the end result, I will fully refund your milestone/s. Regards, Adham
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As a highly skilled and creative freelancer with a strong background in Concept Art, Visual Arts, Book Illustration, Mascot Design, Graphic Design, Banner Design, UI Design, and Character Design - I'm confident in my ability to bring your vision to life. Flawlessly blending my Technical skills in Digital art, painting (oil or watercolor) and Photoshop with my creative intuition,I can create an authentic and detailed portrait that captures the spirit of your beloved grandfather in a traditional captain's uniform. Using a neutral gray background,you are assured of a classic yet captivating piece that will stand the test of time. The depth with which I approach each of my projects combined with my proficiency in multiple mediums and techniques enhance the portraiture experience and ensure excellent work quality. To quell any doubt and for specifics justification, I encourage you to review my extensive portfolio on profile which showcases my ability to produce realistic portraitures. So trust me when I say that your project will be treated not just as another task but as a cherished opportunity to honor the memory of your grandfather through creativity and skill.I believe that together we can achieve something profoundly meaningful for your family while preserving the legacy of Sir Edward Smith. Accept my bid, and we'll embark on a artistic journey that you'll cherish for years to come.
$180 USD in 7 days
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With my diverse array of artistic skills and a true passion for precision and detail, I wholeheartedly believe that I am the perfect creative ally to bring your portrait project to life. Having honed my techniques over years of practice as an artist and illustrator, I have become accomplished in mediums closely aligned with your requirements such as oil painting, watercolor painting, and even digital art. My work oscillates between various styles, however, one of my strengths lies in creating realistic and intricate compositions, which aligns beautifully with your vision for this project. Throughout my career, I have undertaken numerous portrait commissions with the aim of capturing not just appearances but the essence of the individual. This aligns directly with your requirement for a portrayal that exhibits characteristics similar to traditional captain's portraits while representing your grandfather authentically. Moreover, my experience in meticulously depicting uniforms will ensure that your grandfather's captain's uniform is created faithfully. Ultimately, hiring me means not just gaining a skilled hand but also a partner who excels at incorporating meaningful symbolism into their work. Give me this chance and I promise to pour every ounce of my passion into this project to produce something beyond memorable - a cherished depiction of your beloved grandparent donned in Edward Smith's spirit.
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As an artist, I possess unparalleled skills in creating realistic and detailed portraits. With over a decade of experience in the field, I have dedicated myself to honing my craft particularly in the realm of human portraits. I understand the sentimental value of capturing a person's essence in artwork and this sensitivity is what makes my work stand out. Portraying your grandfather as a captain, drawing inspiration from Edward Smith, would be both a challenge and an honor that I am eager to undertake. In terms of medium, I am comfortable working with digital art, oil painting, or watercolor painting—whatever best suits your vision for this project. Irrespective of the medium chosen, one thing that remains constant is my commitment to delivering top-notch work that satisfies clients' unique preferences. This dedication coupled with my understanding of what it takes to create traditional captain's portraits will enable me to produce exceptional results that you'll cherish forever. Lastly, let me assure you that my rates are not only reasonable but also reflective of the value I provide. What you can expect from me is 100% original work that will be yours without any reservation on copyright matters. Choose me for this special tribute to your grandfather's legacy and I guarantee you won't be disappointed! Looking forward to discussing this project further with you.
$80 USD in 2 days
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My name is Todd Van Linda, and I am a freelance Concept Artist and illustrator. I also have a 30 year background in structural and miscellaneous Steel, architectural drafting and Design. I develop narrative driven visual systems for campaign storytelling. I have been drawing with pencil and pen and ink since I was a child, and I have been working freelance full - time as an artist / illustrator since January of 2010. I am a big adherent to traditional pencil and pen and ink techniques, I am also a daily Photoshop user for the digital aspects. Digital painting is a major focus. I can provide a (1) sample / concept drawing (line art only) for your review and approval as part of the job. I do not do free samples. That is why I have a portfolio. I provide files in HIGH-RESOLUTION JPEG, PDF and VSG Please take a moment to look at my portfolio here on the site @toddvanlinda to view my work. (costs and completion times subject to length and complexity of project – changes and additions will be chargeable.- RFQ was non-specific as to quantity. ) Two hour minimum on any / all service types. Best Regards, Todd Van Linda
$250 USD in 7 days
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With over 7 years of experience in the creative industry, I'm confident that my team and I can deliver the captain's portrait you envision. Whilst portrait design has been a fundamental part of our profession, we have also mastered using various tools necessary for creating your requested - Adobe (Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign) package, doing SketchUp designs and PowerPoint shows to mention a few. Our understanding of branding will enable us to grasp and translate your desires into a symbolic as well as true-to-character piece of art. As avid admirers of traditional art forms, we are accustomed to working with digital art, oil painting and watercolor. The neutral gray background will bring forth the captivating presence of your grandfather in his uniform inspired by Edward Smith. Moreover, our technical know-how extends to vector illustration, which allows for detailed representation. By engaging with us, you would be partnering with dedicated professionals renowned for meeting all deadlines while effectively incorporating client feedback. We look forward to leveraging our capabilities to actualize your vision!
$100 USD in 2 days
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Hello! My name is Sayeed and I couldn't be more enthusiastic about taking on your project. While most of my experience lies in the realms of graphic design, web development and video editing, painting and illustration have always been a cherished personal hobby. I can create a stunning realistic portrait for you, evoking the traditional style of captain's portraits that you're after with absolute precision. While I haven't had commercial engagements specific to painting portraits, my extensive experience in intricate graphic design has allowed me to cultivate an astute understanding of details and realism which will undoubtedly be reflected in the final output of this composition. My vector tracing skills will additionally facilitate a masterful rendering of your grandfather in beautiful digital art, oil painting or watercolor options you've enlisted. In conclusion, my wealth of creative skills and dedication towards delivering top-notch results make me a perfect fit for this job. You can trust that I will devote unwavering attention to detail to represent your grandfather's likeness well while capturing the spirit of Edward Smith's era as a Captain. I'd love the opportunity to share some samples more aligned with your need!
$140 USD in 3 days
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Dear , Hello from (ADMK Solution). Recently we have seen a job ( Realistic Captain's Portrait ) proposal from you with all the requirements that we have achieved a long ago with wholesome experiences. We will be pleased working on your proposal. We have a team of professionals graduated in Fine Arts with a satisfactory grades. Again we have several years of experiences in designing and development. Now this has become our only passion and therefore, we have been in this sector for about 15 years. We are experts in Illustrator, Art Consulting, Visual Design, Watercolor Painting, Digital Art, Photoshop, Illustration, Costume Design and Oil Painting. We are also efficient enough at communicating and visualizing my works towards others methodically and within the stiff deadlines. Moreover, we have a keen eye for details and aesthetics. You will surely not regret hiring us and working with us, as we have creative designers with pitch ideas. We have executed all previous works by handling them smoothly and of course professionally. We value and respect all the reviews, criticisms and feedback about work and we try our heart and soul to ameliorate them. So, if you think we are compatible enough for this job then pick us. Thank you.
$200 USD in 7 days
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Hi, I’m Jagjeet — with 10+ years of experience in portrait illustration and digital artwork. I can create a realistic portrait of your grandfather in a captain’s uniform inspired by traditional maritime portraits, with careful attention to likeness, uniform details, and a timeless professional appearance. What I’ll deliver: • Realistic custom portrait artwork • Detailed captain’s uniform representation • Neutral gray background as requested • High-resolution print-ready files • Revisions to refine likeness and details I focus on creating accurate, high-quality portraits that capture both the personality of the subject and the authenticity of the historical style. Ready to start immediately. Best regards, Jagjeet Singh
$60 USD in 2 days
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Hi there! My name is H M Rubel, a Preferred freelancer among the top 3% of 56 million skilled professionals. I am a highly talented illustrator and visualizer, with over a decade of experience in delivering impactful and detailed designs. I specialize in digital art, oil and watercolor painting and have a strong background in portrait painting which allows me to create realistic and detailed representations of subjects. My familiarity with Edward Smith's portrayal as the captain of the Titanic ensures that I can communicate the essence of your vision effectively. On your grandfather's portrait project, I will use a chosen medium to create a realistic, detailed representation of him dressed in a captain's uniform - precisely emulating traditional captain's portraits. My proficiency in these mediums coupled with your provided direction will guarantee an aesthetically pleasing neutral gray background and an evocative piece that you'll absolutely love. To stand out in this industry, it’s important to be versatile and adapt to client requirements. These qualities describe my work ethic excellently. You can have the confidence that I can bring your project to life beautifully just as demonstrated in my portfolio which you can view here: https://www.freelancer.com/hireme/hasancreatives Thank you for considering me for this project; I'd be honored to provide you with a fully satisfying creative experience. Let's create an exceptional legacy together!
$249 USD in 15 days
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Hi, This is a meaningful project, and I’d be honored to create a realistic captain’s portrait of your grandfather inspired by the timeless maritime style of Captain Edward Smith. Based on the reference image, I can carefully preserve your grandfather’s likeness while designing an authentic captain’s uniform, refined pose, and neutral gray background that feels like a traditional commissioned portrait. I specialize in realistic portrait artwork with close attention to facial features, lighting, fabric details, medals, and historical uniforms. The final piece can be delivered as a high resolution digital painting with the look and depth of a classic oil portrait, suitable for printing and framing. Portfolio: https://www.freelancer.com/u/Humaumair12 I can provide progress previews during the process to ensure the portrait captures both the resemblance and dignified character you’re looking for. Warm Regards, Huma
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