Eric Alexander Santoli
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  Eric Alexander Santoli has been taking commissions since his earliest days as a student at the Pennsylvania Academy.  Over the years, he has completed several portraits of people and pets for patrons across the US and abroad.  Now, as a graduate student at the Florence Academy of Art, his work has reached an even higher level of skill and execution.  Eric is currently living as artist-in-residence at Claude Monet's estate from May until August of 2023; he will still be open for commissions during this time period.
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Eric is also represented by Ms. Lori Polson for specific commissions

PROCESS

 "Receiving a commission is a great honor and I enjoy the entire process from start to finish.  Working together with a patron or group to create a painting that they will enjoy for a lifetime is really a collaborative effort.  I really enjoy getting to know the sitter and to have them be a part of the creation process.
  The commission process is always exciting and I like to begin by getting to know the sitter through conversation.  Doing sketches while we talk is a great way to begin.  As an academically trained artist, I also complete a preliminary oil study to understand the composition, colors and values.  If in-person sittings are limited, then I use high resolution photos to finish the portrait in my own studio.
  I pride myself on my craftsmanship as well; I make all my canvases myself and use the highest quality materials to deliver a painting that will last several lifetimes.  I use a conservation grade final varnish, which I prefer to apply myself in order to better control the process.  As a brand ambassador with Natural Pigments, this is very important to me.
  Thank you for reviewing this page and I appreciate your time."

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Pets and Animals

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