This giveaway is now closed. Congratulations to our winner, Kathleen of Fireflies and Family.
I am super picky about artwork for my home. Most of my artwork is pretty, but not very personal. There are a few photographs, but not a whole lot that shows you what and who I really love.
When I discovered Juli Koroly of An Eye for Art, I realized how much I would love to have a small piece of artwork that captures the beautiful faces of my children. I’m not one to hang a huge portrait of my children above the fireplace…just not my style. Juli creates beautiful oil portrait sketches in 6″x6″ or 6″x8″ sizes that are easy to incorporate into your home.
She can do single custom portraits or entire family. Are these portraits beautiful or what?
Besides being crazy-talented, Juli really puts her heart into her work. She prefers to have multiple photographs of the subject so that she can get a better idea of their features. And she also loves to talk with her clients by phone to get an understanding of the person she is painting and what she should try and capture in the painting.
I hope Juli doesn’t mind that I tell you that some of her most touching work has been done for the families of fallen servicemen and women. She doesn’t charge for this as she views it as a gift to those families for their ultimate sacrifice. This is her own, very personal, very special way of showing support for our troops. In Juli’s own words, “I have found that people hesitate to ask for a “free” portrait so I must depend on others to make the connection for me.”
She is also very involved as an advocate for children in the foster care system and has used her tremendous talent to depict those children with dignity and love.
For years, Juli has worked solely by word-of-mouth and referrals, but she recently opened her etsy shop called An Eye for Art. You can click over there to see different portrait options. Wouldn’t you love to see your babies captured in a beautiful oil painting? I know any Grandma would surely love it…time to think Mother’s Day!
Here’s the part that will knock your socks off! Juli is offering a single custom portrait as a giveaway to my readers! That’s a $100 value! All you have to do is leave a comment on this post telling me if you would keep this for yourself or give it as a gift.
What are you waiting for??? Leave a comment!
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These are super beautiful, I would have one done of my 3 months old daughter, a super sweet princess and give it to my mom for her wall. Thank you so much!!!
I would keep for myself and hang in my house. These are wonderful!
What a wonderful talent! It touches my heart that she paints our true hereos as a way to express her gratitude. Whoever wins this has won the best give-a-way yet!
I have four sons, and 6 grandchildren, I would love to start with the oldest and then have portraits of each. What a wonderful addition to any home.
I so don’t want to be selfish, but I would without a doubt, keep this for myself…
I would give it to my husband to hang at his office, so he could be surrounded by the family all day.
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Are you kidding? I’d keep it for myself!
Years ago, my husband and I had a painting done of our sweet little dog, Phoebe. At the time she was as close as we thought we’d ever get to having a child, and we lost her two years ago, so I will always be glad we have that painting. My girls do ask from time to time, though, why we have a painting of Phoebe and do not have one of them.
Thanks for an awesome giveaway!!
Love this art work. Since my girls have left the nest, I would definitely keep mine! Gaye
I would love to have one of my own children, but if I won I would give it to my mother in law. Her oldest son past away a couple years ago at the age of 29.. she has a couple pictures of him around the house, but I know she would love to have such a beautiful piece of art to celebrate his life.
I would have one done of my 5 yr old son. He is a true joy and I would love to capture this stage and moment of his life forever in such a unique way!
I would definitely keep it for myself. I am fixing to have our 3rd child and have been dying to have a painting of my children in our home.
I would definitely keep this and have a portrait done of my baby boy!
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What a talent wish I could do things like this. When I was a little girl my grandmother had paintings done of my brothers and I ..always hanging on her wall..great memories! I would have the painting done of my 8 year old daughter and would keep it for myself..I am definatly inspired that she is advocate for foster children..Actually my 8 year old was a foster child..my husband and I were foster parents for 3 years, 14 children. Our little Gabi was our ninth foster child, came into care when she was 1 day old addicted to drugs..we adopted her when she was 18months…being that our other children are grown..this little girl is the greatest thing EVERYDAY!
Wishing myself luck to win
Girl! I would definitely have to keep this for myself!
Grins!
Pamm
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I’ve seen Juli’s work in person, absolutely amazing, she truly captures the personality of each subject she paints….what a great keepsake! I want to get a portrait of my cousin who died last summer and give it to his wife.
What a lovely talent to share. I’m not sure to give or keep, either way just lovely. I also appreciate her willingness to share with those families that have made such a sacrifice for our great nation.
I would keep it and find a special place in my house. What an amazing artist.
I’d have a portrait done of my soon to be married, one & only grandaughter… and I would give it to her soon to be husband.
These are beautiful, she is so talented!
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This artwork is extraordinary! As much as I would love to keep a portrait for myself, I’d love even more to be able to give one to my mom of my grandfather who has passed away. Thank you!
A portrait of my 5 year old grandson. He’s stunning (and it will be for MEEEEEEEEE)
I love it, I would definitely keep it for myself.
Oh my goodness………I am soooooooo hoping to win this fabulous giveaway. Juli’s art is amazing…..I know exactly the picture I’d like her to use and then it will be the big battle in my heart….should I keep it or should I give it to my daughter…..mother/grandmother both wanting the little portrait….
Warm blessings,
Spencer
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I didn’t realize reading about your give away would make me sad until I read the last part….would you keep this or give it away? I would give it away to my parents. My 37 year brother lost is life in August 09 after a 2 1/2 yr battle with cancer. My parents have never owned a painting and this would be an amazing gift!
These are beautiful! And I was in tears reading about her “gift” to the families of fallen servicemen & women. I volunteer at the local USO weekly & we have an honors team that provides a formal ceremony when one of our fallen heroes comes through our airport. It is SO moving & so meaningful to the families. It’s amazing how so many people find different ways to honor all of our military heroes, those still serving & those who have served.
I’d keep it to remember my sweet boys as they are right now!!
Oh my would I love this for a picture for me of 3 generations. Me, daughter, grand
Beautiful work… and such a warm heart that goes into it…
I would keep it for myself and treasure it like a family heirloom…
The kids are growing up so fast
As much as I’d love to keep it, I’d have to have one made for my mother-in-law. We lost my husband’s 17 year old sister a few years ago and I think something like this would be a wonderful reminder of her special angel who now lives with her Forever Father in heaven. I know she’d love it.
I would have one made of my new baby, who is at this moment 57 hours old
How special! I’d really like to win one of these, I would keep this for myself and would want one of my three kids together.
I would definitely keep it for myself! Great giveaway!
Oh my… I LOVE these… they are not only beautiful, but I love the heart of the artist.. and it comes out in her touching portraits. Would love to win this; have several ideas in mind already! Thank you for the giveaway!!
would love to have one for myself!
Hi! this looks like a great deal! I will be saving up for a nice fathers day gift!
Thanks
Tara
Since I would have to buy one for my parents & my in-laws, the only fair thing to do would be to keep the artwork for our home. That way they could come visit their granddaughter Keely Beth & see her lovely portrait at the same time. Check out her blog, I am obsessed with taking pictures of my child!
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wow- I would have to keep it for myself. I am so indecisive about art work, this is perfect
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I love this idea! I would have one of my 4 boys done to give to my hubby. He’s been asking for a new picture for his office since we added boy #4 in March.
Those look so nice! I must be honest and say that I would keep the painting for myself if my name were chosen.
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As these portraits are so lovely and sweet, I’d keep it for myself!
I would love to have one done of our 13 mo old daughter and I’d have to say I’d keep it!
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This is an amazing giveaway! I always dreamed of having my children’s portraits painted when they were little. But I became a single mom of three children and spent most of my time either working to keep a roof over our heads and food on the table, taking them to church and getting them involved in activities that we could afford. Now they are grown and have children of their own. I would still love to have a family portrait — either of my children or grandchildren to brighten my walls.
These are so beautiful!!! I would love one of my kids….and I have to say, I’d keep it for myself and would love looking at it every day! Thanks for the chance to win!
That is awesome. I think I might be selfish enough to keep it for myself. What a great way to remember your little one – beautiful.
I would keep it for sure…I have a four month old. Today, right now, he’s so beautiful. I just want to bottle him up keep him like he is forever.
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I would like to be selfish for once…. last week we had to say goodbye to my sister who was 9 years older then me. There is this one picture of us we both liked very very much of us as being sisters. Our mum made it when I was trying to stop my sister crying as she had a broken teenage heart.
I love this picture so much but I cut it up once to let it fit in a little frame. I would love to have it painted
(the picture is in my latest post)
All the best x
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I would love this as a gift for my mom.
I would love to give one to my parents of their wedding day
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Are you kidding me? Keep it!
Oh, I’d love one of my daughter.
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