Portraits of Families
“I commissioned Rosanna to capture the dynamic that existed between my four sons at a very specific moment in time. I knew that, with my eldest about to go to university, this was a moment I would treasure. Truly the end of something precious. Nothing but a large, beautifully executed oil painting could possibly evoke that moment so poignantly.
Rosanna is supremely talented; the likenesses are incredible. The thrill of owning this painting, however, is that she captured that moment in a way that a camera never could. It is a wonderful composition. The sitters are relaxed and yet the painting is full of energy. With a half glance, an exchanged look, and a hint of a wry smile, she captures each loving relationships.
I will be forever grateful to Rosanna. As my boys fly the nest, they also remain here with me.” Ali Kelsey, Somerset.
Portraits of Adults
“I was completely bowled over when I saw my portrait and I still keep popping into the room to have a peep! I love the way you have portrayed me, just very me without any formality.” Hetta Hearn, Hampshire
“Andrew’s death was a tragedy and we all miss him terribly. Your portrait gives us all a sense of happiness because it captures him in all his joy and passion. Your portrait captures quite brilliantly the spirit of a wonderful man and there is a large group of us who will be forever grateful for that. I cannot count the number of people who have paid tribute to you.” Magnus Spence, Dalton Stragetic, London
“Portraits can sometimes be disappointing but always a point of comment. In this case, in fact in all your portraits that I have seen, they are not only works of art but you have the extraordinary ability to capture the expression, which makes you, as a portrait painter, stand apart from so many others.” Antonia Davies, Warwickshire
“We are blown away, tears in the eyes, overcome with how brilliant your portrait is – thank you SO MUCH! You really have captured him perfectly and have got that totally engaging look of his so perfectly. Thank you, thank you, thank you. How lucky we are to have such a wonderful pair (of portraits and children!!).” Fiona Ashley Miller, Dorset
Portraits of Children
“Rosanna instantly made my children feel relaxed and excited. Any number of outfits and poses were tried and tested until the right ones were found. Countless photos were taken and downloaded onto a computer before the final ones were selected. We were all involved in the decision of which photograph was to be used, the child concerned, myself, my husband and, of course, Rosanna herself. Looking at the very precious portraits of my children brings me so much pleasure and will do for years.” Selina Mumford, Somerset
“Wow. Wow. I think it is completely amazing. It is very rare to look at a portrait, particularly of someone you know inside out, and it is totally ‘right’. But it really is. There is nothing on it that I would change. It’s brilliant. It’s just so Isla. You are very clever. Thank you. We are utterly over the moon with it.” M A Watt, Berks
“These are amazing – we are absolutely thrilled. I think you have really captured their spirit, yet they are calm. Really beautiful. I really can’t thank you enough. The children are all delighted as well and I think are strangely proud of just being themselves and captured forever!” Sarah de L, Warwickshire
“We are both delighted with her portrait…we are all amazed at your ability to capture a person’s likeness and character. The essence of Lottie that you captured four years ago in the portrait is still evident in it as it continues to emerge in her – the picture was almost prophetic.” H Ley, Essex
“We are so thrilled with Honor’s picture, you reduced me to tears. You’ve captured her beautifully. Honor spent a long time closely studying the picture, with a few visits to look in the mirror and then exclaimed how much she loved it. A huge thank you.” Bella, Oxon
” I love them. I literally feel that I could put out my arms and take them from the picture.” J Hewlett
Portraits of Animals
“I really can’t get over how unbelievably well you have captured my dogs. It does bring a tear (or 2) to my eyes. They are out of this world.” Regina Wyles, London
“Just SO brilliant. You’re a true genius. I’m staring at it and weeping, both with joy and grief. You’ve got him in exactly the way I want to remember him. Thank you. This is a true work of art in every respect.” Antonia Davies, Warwickshire