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I’d like to paint 5 original watercolor paintings in my own style in just 5 hours
I want to paint my own children from my favorite photo!
I’d like to share my artist journey with an online group
I’m an aspiring artist. What should I do?
I would like Cindy to paint a one-of-a-kind portrait of myself, a loved one or a beloved pet for me
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Paint Your Way To…: Artists From Around The World Share Their Lives in Exclusive Interviews™
Ever felt a spark just chatting about art?
Imagine kicking back with some of the world’s finest artists without stepping out your door. 👩🎨🧑🎨👨🎨
Cool, right?
These exclusive interviews are all lined up for you -– real talk with real artists. 👩🎨🧑🎨👨🎨
Peek into their lives, hear their stories, and maybe find that little nudge you need for your next masterpiece.
If you want lifetime access to a complete set of all of the 2024 artist interviews, pick up your own VIP All Access Pass for lifetime access to artistic inspiration right now!
the Artist Journey Community™!
Finally find your art style when you stop watching paint-along videos!
Create your first original realistic painting in your own style!
Share your art journey with like-minded aspiring artists. 👩🎨🧑🎨
When you join the Artist Journey Community™ you’ll jump into the Artist Journey Roadmap™ wherever you are on your artist journey.
Take your next assured steps with your art while co-creating and celebrating with your peers every step of the way with four 90 minute group coaching calls per month 🎉
Doors are open right now. They can close at any time, so join today!
30 Day Save Time For Your Art Challenge
Are you a frazzled aspiring artist-to-be finding no time to make your art?
Get the support you need while you start making time for your art with this 30 day challenge!
Join the 30 day Save Time For Your Art Challenge at no cost today!
Participants love this challenge! I got 90 minutes a day back and reduced all anxiety!
Why Original Art? an online mini course
Are you thinking about showing, selling and competing with your art, but don’t know what to expect at your local art gallery?
What is the art show judge thinking about when she looks at your painting?
What’s important to know before you sell your art online?
Get all of the answers with lifetime access to the “Why Original Art?” mini-course!
Create Your Own Original Art™, the online course
Are you ready to become the artist you’ve always wanted to be, but you don’t know where to start?
With Create Your Own Original Art™, you can go from dabbling with your favorite colors, to taking your own reference photos, planning a painting, finishing a painting, creating original art in your own style every time ready to show, sell and compete with me there to gently guide you along the Artist Journey Roadmap™ until you can confidently call yourself an artist!
Enroll today and get lifetime access because your dreams have no time limit!
“Paint Your Way To…: Women Share Their Lives As Artists In Exclusive Interviews”
In October 2023, I had the honor of interviewing 19 remarkable women artists about their artist journeys: Where did they start? Where were they then? Where were they going?
You’ll love getting to know the real lifes of the world’s best women artists. They want to inspire you!
Grab lifetime access to the 2023 “Paint Your Way To…” VIP All Access Pass now!
Cindy Bale Tanner’s Original Art and Photos
Are you curious about my art?
Check out collections of my original direct watercolor paintings, pet and people portraits, landscapes, still lifes and florals as well as my best travel photographs.
Each purchase from my Sunflowers for Ukraine collection donates $10 to World Central Kitchen.
YOUR ARTIST JOURNEY CONTINUES HERE!
Was your childhood dream of being an artist sidelined as an adult?
For the past six months, have you found yourself watching your favorite artist’s paint-along videos?
From the few times you frantically painted-along, do you have a stack of half-finished paintings?
Does a blank canvas with no video make you feel stuck and unsure?
Or, do you think you might be ready to sell your art, but you’re unsure how to set the price or where to sell or how to find a legitimate competition?
No matter where you are in your art making journey, I can help you take your next steps without the detours with the “Create Your Own Original Art” online course.
After choosing your favorites from the Artist Journey Toolbox™, you’ll create your own art in your own style every time!
Next you’ll get the business basics to show off your art, sell it, and enter it into legitimate shows.
Then you can confidently call yourself an artist and realize your childhood dream!
I can’t wait to congratulate you! 🎉
What these Artists learned
from Create Your Own Original Art™ and the Artist Journey Community™
Marie Nault of Quebec, Canada: From Paint-Along Student to Working Artist
“This was a true privilege to have Cindy all to myself, getting to know a bit more about each other. It was really wonderful to chat about our own work and goals as well as what is coming in the next lessons. I have already learned so much with these gatherings. Cindy is a great listener and I feel she truly cares about helping us grow and becoming more successful with our art. She’s also a great teacher. Just a great experience. So thankful.“
When Marie joined the Artist Journey Community in April 2024, she wasn’t just doing paint-along videos, she facilitated a cohort of Anna Mason members so they could copy together.
Six months later, Marie received her first commission request: a dog portrait from her sister’s friend. With Cindy’s guidance, she used AI to adapt an animal portrait commission contract Cindy provided into a friendly email, asked for a 50% deposit upfront, received it, painted the portrait from a photograph, and received the final payment and a tip when she delivered the portrait in time for Christmas.
Nine months later, Marie hosted her first in-person beginner watercolor workshop. She has since hosted three more.
In under a year, Marie went from copying other artists’ work to earning income, and, a few months later, teaching her own students.
Find Marie on Instagram here.
Rowanne of Maine, USA: From Zero Experience to 50+ Paintings For Sale
“I had a wonderful time, as always! Thank you for your thoughts on my landscape, you were very helpful…
Thanks always for having these sessions, I am really seeing a difference in my art since I started watercolors with you!!!”
Rowanne enrolled in “Your 1st 5 Abstract Watercolor Paintings” and the Artist Journey Community 9 months ago with no watercolor painting experience whatsoever. She was afraid there were rules she didn’t know so she didn’t try.
Since she joined she paints three abstract watercolors a week, and piles on acrylics, pencils, gouache, collage and more to create her mixed media beauties. She recently opened her own Fine Art America sales page with more than 50 paintings available for sale.
In nine months, a complete watercolor beginner became a prolific artist.
Check out Rowanne’s art on Fine Art America here.
Your guide
Award winning watercolor artist, creator and host of the “Paint Your Way To…”™ artist interview series, creator of the “Create Your Own Original Art”™ online courses and the Artist Journey Community™
Cindy Bale Tanner
FAQ
About Custom Portraits
How long does it take to complete a custom artwork?
I take two commissions per month.
The timeline for completing a custom artwork can vary depending on the complexity of the project and my current workload.
On average, it takes between 3 to 6 weeks from the initial application with your reference photos to the final delivery of your completed portrait painting.
Request an application using the “Apply for your custom portrait today!” button below and I’ll be happy to provide you with a quote based on your project's details.
You will also receive the “Prepping For Your Picture-Perfect Portraits” guide as a bonus.
Can I request changes or revisions to my commissioned artwork?
Yes, you may request one change for an additional charge of $75.00. I use transparent non-staining watercolor, so small changes are possible. You will receive weekly progress updates so the finished painting will not be a surprise.
What is the pricing structure for your custom artwork?
My pricing for custom artwork is determined by several factors, including the number of subjects, the size of the artwork, the medium used, and the complexity of the design.
I offer a range of options to accommodate various budgets, from smaller, more affordable pieces to larger, more intricate creations.
My standard size is 11.7” x 16.5” with a minimum price for a one subject portrait at that size of $640.00 plus sales tax.
To give you an idea of my prices, the medium sized 11.7” x 16.5” painting starts at $640 plus tax for a single subject. The smallest sized 6.5” x 6.5” starts at $160.
The mediums I use are: watercolor, pencil and, upon request only, permanent ink.
To get a personalized quote for your project, please reach out to me using the “Apply for your custom portrait today!” button below, and I'll provide you with a detailed quote based on your specific requirements and preferences. You will also receive the “Prepping For Your Picture-Perfect Portrait” guide as a bonus immediately.
You’ll get the “Prepping For Your Picture-Perfect Portrait” guide as a bonus!
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