Updates from the KmBerggren Studio — custom family art

In my opinion, after 20 years in business, the shout-from-the-rooftops-answer to 'should artists watermark their work for online use' is: YES! YES! YES! Most artists want to protect the integrity of their art pieces and image files online. Adding a watermark is one way to do that. Using low-resolution (screen-resolution) files is another way. Keep in mind though, that neither of these methods will 100% adequately ensure that your artwork won’t be stolen or used. Such is the world today, unfortunately.    A custom family painting   Keep in mind, also, that an actual art print that is purchased by...

Because USPS shipping is slower AND more costly this year, I'm doing my yearly free USA shipping for the holidays offer, early. ►You have until Friday to get free shipping on any order of $30+ with code: HOLIDAY◄   2022 Calendars are dwindling away. And Embellished Prints will ship free! I'd be honored to create an Embellished Print for you: 1) choose your favorite print 2) add the "Embellished 12x12" option to your cart (in the Print Size drop down menu, not available on all prints) 3) tell me the eye and hair color changes in your order comments 4) and...

Today's Notes: ►Capturing Likeness►2022 Calendars are ready for pre-order!   It's fun to be inspired by specific families, their stories and their photos. I have created many 100s of custom paintings and have had clients send zero photos (just descriptions) up to 190 photos! Sometimes mothers share full birth stories, and others share only names and/or ages.   I draw from what I get AND from what I have inside. It's a challenge that I like. Sometimes I have 25 customs in process at a time, and sometimes just one. They all get their fair share of my time and heart, I...