what is a “house portrait”?
Imagine all the elements that make a house a home. The memories, the stories you tell… the indescribable details that made you fall in love with a home. Now imagine a one-of-a-kind gift lovingly crafted from all of those elements, each of them captured in vivid watercolors.
Why commission a “Window to the Bay” watercolor house portrait by Laura Ann Studio?
There are few occasions in life more joyful than moving into a new house, and few places that move us as deeply as the place we call home. Window to The Bay watercolors encapsulate that excitement of a new chapter and the love that a home creates, beautifully capturing each architectural element in dazzling detail. Whether you’re a realtor looking to provide the perfect closing gift or just want to commemorate a special occasion, a Window to The Bay watercolor creates lasting memories. Fine artist and illustrator Laura Elbogen’s natural eye for architecture and boundless artistic creativity capture the special personal details of a home and its craftsmanship in an authentic, nostalgic, and hopeful personal style.
Who is a House Portrait for?
Realtors and homeowners alike
A Window to The Bay house portrait is more than just a housewarming present. As a gift for any special occasion, it’s a lasting reminder of the joy a home brings. As a real estate closing gift, a “Window to The Bay” watercolor house portrait custom gift helps turn a transaction into a lasting relationship.
Beyond a gift that shows you are a realtor who cares about their clients, you’ll enjoy full rights to use the Window to The Bay print on listings, handouts, brochures, postcards and offer letters.
available in three border styles
choose size, specific features + border type
The natural
from $2000
Starting size 11”x11” square unframed
(14” white gallery frame available)
the modern
from $2000
Starting size 11”x11” square unframed
(14” white gallery frame available)
the blues
from $2000
Starting size 11”x11” square unframed
(14” white gallery frame available)
San Francisco (Hayes Valley) pick-up available in studio for local orders.
Shipping via USPS or UPS.
see the process
the natural
from $2000
A SOFT AND NATURAL BORDERLESS WATERCOLOR EDGE. starting size 11”x11” unframed.
the modern
from $2000
a clean single black ink lined border. starting size 11”x11” unframed.
the blues
from $2000
an architecturally inspired blue and white border. starting size 11”x11” unframed.
How does it work?
1.
Fill out a detailed questionnaire
The first step toward a truly customized work of fine art is to understand your vision – the images you’d like to share and the personal details that make this house a home. Everything you can imagine in a painting – bikes, plants, pets, greenery, jogging strollers – combine to make the image more meaningful.
In addition, you can specify personalized border captions including names and locations and add any personal touches you’d like. Being as specific as possible with both requests and deadlines will create a more beautiful painting.
2.
Digital proof is sent
Laura Ann Studio sends you a digital proof of the pencil sketch within 10 business days.
3.
final watercolor and ink artwork
Laura Ann Studio completes final watercolor and ink artwork within 10 business days of pencil draft approval
Digital proof is sent for your approval.
4.
gifted art is ready!
Upon your approval, Laura Ann Studio gift packages and ships the art!
Pick up from the studio is available in San Francisco.
Materials
Laura Ann Studio uses high-end paper and framing materials
Each Window to The Bay custom home watercolor is created on Canson cold press watercolor paper and expertly framed. Laura Ann Studio partners with local San Francisco framer Photograph & Frame to deliver on high quality wood frames made in Italy with double thick mattes. Frames come pre-wired and ready to hang on the wall.
Each piece of original fine art comes with a gift tag note on the back that can be written in or left blank for your own handwriting. In addition, each comes wrapped with tissue and twine and ready to gift.
ready to surprise & delight?
