Commissioned Portraits Gallery 1 - The Male Art of David W. Haskins

haskinsmaleart.com The Male Art of David W. Haskins Commisioned Portraits - Gallery 1
David on Vacation chalk pastels, 2008

Having met friend David at a mutually loved beach, recreating a walkway to that beach for this background was appropriate.

Life Partnersspectracolor pencils, 2005

This couple had seen a flyer I had put up in Miami bookstore and this was the end result.

Portrait of Albert chalk pastels, 1999

This European vacations every year in South Florida. Through my website, he asked to schedule this work....a complete gentleman and fun to converse with.

Portrait of Bobchalk pastels, 1996

This client requested this reflection / double view portraitincluding the tux shirt, tie and "other" accessories.This image lacks detail since it was upsized from a smaller file.

Portrait of Clarence chalk pastels, 1997

Clarence wanted to look like someone people look up to.So I literally sat on the floor to get this perspective.Another happy client.This image lacks detail since it was upsized from a smaller file.

Portrait of Keithbrown & white chalk pastels, 1996

Needing a work that he could show his mother, we chose this lower abs and up view.Keith thought I had made him look like "a Nubian Warrior".

Portrait of Rickchalk pastels, 1997

I had met Rick at one of my art gallery openings in Wilton Manors, Florida.I was taken by his handsome Spanish/East Indian mix and we worked outa barter arrangement for payment for this portrait.

Portrait of Theresachalk pastels, 1996

Here is the my one exception to haskinsmaleart.After being impressed with my work,Theresa asked if I would do one of her.We both were happy with the results.

Wonderbeauspectracolor pencils, 1996

We had met online for "other" activities.During Beau's weekend visit, we created this portrait for himand another work for me.

Incredible Edwardspectracolor pencils, 2017

This friend of my husband was gracious to pose for a few photos, as he didn't have time for a live pose.This commission was chosen by Edward and his husband in exchange for his photo shoot.

Ian - Third Pose

number 2 pencil, 2019

Ian wanted a pose with a smile, which predicated using a photo.

Commisioned Portraits - Payment Options

If you'd like to commission your own portrait, I have a few options:

Option 1: Currency Payment: monotone works: $300.00 or full color $500.00

Option 2: Time Barter: Pose for 2 works, you chose your favorite to keep.

Option 3: I have accepted services in exchange for portraits and am open to creative suggestions.

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