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<font color="#FF9900">214 Seidman Avenue<br>
Staten Island NY 10312<br>
( 718 ) 967- 9043</font></font></font> </p>
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<h2 align="center"><font color="#000000"><font size="2" face="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif"><br>
<font size="3"> <font size="2">Fine art portraits painted on canvas from photo<br>
Portraits by Frank Lekstutis<br>
I paint portraits on canvas. Modern, colorful and dramatic. <br>
Order a portrait online from a photo.</font></font></font></font></h2>
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<h3 align="center"><font color="#000000"><font size="2" face="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif">Home
Page: Portraits by Frank Lekstutis Welcome to my portfolio. <br>
I create portraits on canvas and as prints on fine paper. <br>
You can comment about a specific piece, and request a free sample.<br>
Just click on an image. Your interest is greatly valued. <br>
I've hidden a concealed click which wins a valuable prize for you!<br>
Let's talk soon, </font></font></h3>
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About the portraits<br>
Mona Lisa By The Yard <br>
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Frank@Lekstutis.com* <br>
214 Seidman Avenue <br>
Staten Island NY 10312<br>
( 718 ) 967- 9043<br>
*Feel free to contact me *</font></font></p>
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I have placed email links throughout the site.<br>
Note: Not all browsers are set up to send e-mail directly from webpages <br>
If you're experiencing difficulties, address your e-mail to:<br>
flex79@earthlink.net If all else fails, call me at 718-967-9043.<br>
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Homepage: <br>
Roll on & off image to view before & after.<br>
I've created the first portrait for many of my subjects. <br>
They like my work because it makes immortality fun! <br>
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<h2 align="center"><font color="#000000"><font size="2" face="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif">About
Page: <br>
I create portraits from photographs, meticulously interpreted with computer.
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Style and color ranges from photo realistic to vividly colorful. <br>
Sizes vary from small paper prints to very large canvases. <br>
Patrons include decorators, fashion designers, entertainment and business
notables. <br>
My work is in the collection of the Nassau County Museum Of Art.<br>
I'm a member of the American Society Of Portrait Artists. <br>
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<h2 align="center"><font color="#000000"><font size="2" face="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif">Full
Story: <br>
I am a traditionally schooled painter and printer. <br>
I've been creating art on the computer for nearly a decade. <br>
My goal is to communicate with clarity and drama.* <br>
I paint vividly colorful portraits, with a refined finish. <br>
The portraits are not limited to just one frame of the subject.<br>
By creating multiple panels, the portrait becomes kaleidescopic. <br>
Frames can include family members, business partners, pets, anything.<br>
There was a notion that "real" art can't be created on the computer. <br>
More recently, collectors and critics appreciate how artists use computers
<br>
to get results that are impossible by other means. <br>
The pieces take weeks to create. <br>
Most of my work starts with photographs supplied by my clients.<br>
Occasionally, I'll arrange a photo shoot. <br>
Once the photo is entered into my computer, I redevelop facial contours with
the "kindest" of lenses. <br>
If needed, I'll blend several perspectives very subtly into one image. <br>
It all looks totally natural, and heightens the drama of expression.<br>
I can add or remove jewelry, modify or replace clothing. <br>
(eye pix) Over this "template" I model a completely original surface,<br>
resulting in a face sculpted in smooth marble. <br>
Particular attention is paid to the eyes and mouth.<br>
It is not unusual to spend several days on them. <br>
The eyes are drawn using interesting reflections and detail.<br>
I scan my own brush strokes into the backgrounds. <br>
Then I bathe my subject in color-saturated lights. <br>
(I love that part) <br>
The completed digital work is transmitted to one of the finest digital ateliers
<br>
in America for archival rendering on canvas or paper. <br>
The proofing process involves weeks of refinement.<br>
The work takes far less time to complete than a typical gallery oil.<br>
But still, it is not an instantaneous process. <br>
I work without assistants and this forces me to limit my output.<br>
Actually, I created 61 images last year, I guess that is quite prolific. <br>
Did I say no assistants? That's not exactly true. <br>
The fact is that I don't let anything out of the studio <br>
until my wife *and I are both delighted with it. <br>
Patty always suggests an essential finishing touch. <br>
My work and style book are presently on view at Ariel Gallery in Locust Valley.
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Two of my pieces are in the collection of the Nassau County Museum of Art.
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I'm a member of the American Society of Portrait Artists. <br>
Patrons include decorators, fashion, entertainment and business notables.<br>
Some have received their portrait as a gift,* they feel quite honored.<br>
Portraits instantly communicate status. clarity and drama.* <br>
*My rationale is simple, I want to convey how you feel when you are young
and in love. Back to the story.<br>
my wife * <br>
*Patty, my partner and toughest critic. Back to the story<br>
Gift Certificates:<br>
People are honored when they receive their portrait as a gift. <br>
Portraits instantly communicate status. <br>
You will receive a certificate signed by me in a presentation envelope.<br>
An illustrated brochure explaining my work is also included. <br>
Since I work from photographs, the portrait could be made as a surprise.<br>
Contact me, and we'll discuss the details.<br>
My commission schedule for 2001 is filling up.<br>
At this time, I suggest you order 2 months in advance. </font></font></h2>
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Mona Lisa By The Yard: <br>
"Mona Lisa By The Yard" is an enormous hinged print. <br>
It unfolds to 39 feet long (13 yards) when fully opened.<br>
26 continuous hinged pages- 234 panels. <br>
Folded size- 10x18", in slipcase. <br>
Each panel has a color plan "genetically" permutated from 16 colors and 4
backgrounds.<br>
It can be unfolded many different ways, each yielding a different visual experience.<br>
Signed edition limited to 30, $2200. <br>
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<h2 align="center"><font color="#000000"><font size="2" face="Georgia, Times New Roman, Times, serif">Order
A Portrait: <br>
Contact me to commission a portrait: <br>
All pieces are $3500. (plus production on large or unusual media) <br>
When we first communicate, we will discuss the following: <br>
1.Is this a gift? A beautifully presented Gift Certificate is available <br>
2.Size (just about any) <br>
3.Media (usually canvas) <br>
4.Color preference (from what you see on the website or your specs) <br>
5.Number of panels <br>
6.Condition of available photographs* <br>
7.Any changes you would like to make from the original. <br>
8.Model Release<br>
9.Working schedule (approximate, based on waiting list) <br>
10.Payment schedule (half to start, half upon approval of proof) <br>
11.Revise policy (first one's free)<br>
12.Contact and shipping information <br>
An illustrated brochure* is available at no charge, just ask.<br>
*I work directly from photographs. I prefer to work with shots that you send.
<br>
A sharp closeup lit from slightly above and off to the side usually is best.
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There's a lot that I can do on the computer to enhance things,<br>
but some photos don't have enough detail to show what you really look like.<br>
I prefer not to guess about that kind of thing. <br>
Naturally, I'm available for a personal photo session.<br>
illustrated brochure* (email link)<br>
Model Release</font></font></h2>
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(You can print it from this frame.)<br>
I give permission to Frank Lekstutis, portrait artist, <br>
to use my portrait in publicity materials, portrait shows,<br>
galleries, websites, publications, advertising <br>
and any other means of self promotion as a portrait artist.<br>
Date__________ <br>
Signature_______________________________________________ <br>
Signature of parent if under 21 yrs. old________________________ </font></font></p>
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