I have learned that where I'm living, Bellingham, Washington, is a fast growing retirement community and most of the people already have all of the art they can collect. Although I have just spoken with a photography studio whose work I like (young married couples, prom portraits and lots of children) and offered to do a display portrait of one of the staff. I also suggested a commission of 30% for each portrait commissioned through their establishment. Have to wait for the word from the owner and will let you all know what happens. Getting the big bucks, or what the painting is really worth, may have to wait, but I've got to get started on this.
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