Greetings from Robin Thibodeau and the Inspiration Studio Academy of Fine Art!!
Authentic Chick Commission Services
Singular Animal Portrait
I adopted this little old gal from my best friend's mom who had become too immobile to properly care for her. She missed her terribly so I created this portrait for her original mom:) Pastels on suede mat
Laddie is the fouth portrait I created for the same family that Bobby, Zephyr and Dakota came from. He was a real challenge being all white with those gloriously tall ears, but his mom was brought to tears at his likeness. Pastels on suede mat
As an ambassador of Okotoks preschool education since 1971, the Teachers and the members of the Parent Board of 2012, hired me to create an updated Facebook Cover Page.
I adopted this little old gal from my best friend's mom who had become too immobile to properly care for her. She missed her terribly so I created this portrait for her original mom:) Pastels on suede mat
Multiple Member Portraits
These two feisty ponies spent every waking moment together- sharing their pasture with Cheyanne, Peanut and Vicky. Graphite on Stipple Paper 14 x 11
These three ladies represent the largest multiple animal portrait I've ever created. It was created using 5 different 4x6 photographs, and then enlarged. 22"x 30" on sanded Sennelier Paper. The client was overjoyed to find that I had managed to capture each of their spirits.
This client hired me to create an Alberta image of bees, with the iconic wild rose with her family motto of "Bee" Interesting' to be hung inside their kitchen.
These two feisty ponies spent every waking moment together- sharing their pasture with Cheyanne, Peanut and Vicky. Graphite on Stipple Paper 14 x 11
Remember how they made you feel. So loved, so cherished. They take up so much room in our hearts, that they deserve to be recognized properly. Their portrait will live on forever and will almost feel like they never left your side:)
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THE BREAKDOWN:
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A non-refundable down payment of $50 is required to start this process. One month notice is required to have the piece(s) completed.
My most favourite materials to work with are on suede mat, using coloured soft pastels. Pastels have a very long life time with zero fading. Other options will see in this and other galleries include graphite (pencil) charcoal. pencil crayon, watercolour and acrylic paint.
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Multiple animal portraits are by far one of the most challenging projects I've worked on but I love a challenge! The three horses you see here were created using four different pictures, all from differing distances. Here's a tip: The better the photos, the better for both of us! Read below to see how you can get what you need.
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THE BREAKDOWN:
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A non-refundable down payment of $50 is required to start this process. One month notice is required to have the piece(s) completed.
DIMENSIONS:
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11 x 14 for a single portrait of one animal starts at $350
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12 x 16 for portraits of 2-3 animals start at $465
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16 x 20 for portraits of 4-6 animals start at $595
REFERENCE PHOTOS:​
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Up to 2 changes to provided images are complimentary
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More than 2 changes will incur $10 each time
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The clearer the reference photos, the better as this saves me from having to fabricate reality.
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Due to the level of complexity this adds to the commission, using multiple photos to create a one drawing of all faces will also incur additional fees
**You have the choice of coloured soft (chalk) pastel *seen here*, charcoal (black & white) or for ultra detail, pencil (graphite)
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Book Illustrations & Composite Commissions
Dianne is a registered Spring Forest practitioner and Reiki Master. She hired me to create this social media post to advertise her services.
Dianne is a registered Spring Forest practitioner and Reiki Master. She hired me to create this social media post to advertise her services.
Dr. Lara Brady hired me to illustrate her newest book on the pelvic floor and the abdominal wall for her female clients.
Dianne is a registered Spring Forest practitioner and Reiki Master. She hired me to create this social media post to advertise her services.
Illustration, Composite Design, Colouring Sheets, Activity Sheets, Iconographic images for social media... you name it. I DO IT !!!
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Singular Person Portrait
As Stephen Strange/Dr. Strange from the same title movie by Marvel Watercolour and Prismacolor pencil crayon on Canson watercolour paper 11x14 $250 Original Drawing Unframed
As Gamora from the series of films Guardians of the Galaxy 11x14 Prismacolor Markers $250 Original Drawing Unframed
This sketch has yet to be finalized onto canvas, but is a part of an on-going "Human Spirit" series.
As Stephen Strange/Dr. Strange from the same title movie by Marvel Watercolour and Prismacolor pencil crayon on Canson watercolour paper 11x14 $250 Original Drawing Unframed
I LOVE DRAWING FACES. If you have lost someone close to you or would just prefer an original drawing over a photograph - READ ON;)
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THE BREAKDOWN:
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A non-refundable down payment of $50 is required to start this process. One month notice is required to have the piece(s) completed.
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DIMENSIONS AVAILABLE:
11 x 14 = 250
12 x 16 = 300
16 x 20 = 450
18 x 24 = 600
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You have the choice of coloured soft (chalk) pastel, charcoal (black & white) or for ultra detail, sleek alcohol marker, fine detail pencil (graphite) pencil colour and water colour as seen in this Dr. Strange portrait.
Wall, Window, Sidewalk & Ceiling Murals
I'm a muralist! I LOVE working in super big formats, whether it's on a sidewalk, a wall, a window or a ceiling! You have a crazy idea? Tell me all about it and I can help you make it happen!
 Colour the Giant Sheet-final_editedAn image of Robin standing on a sidewalk mural. Image depicts a river valley with woodland creatures all around |  Sheep River Forest Mural - 2022This wall mural measures 280 square feet. 10 feet tall and 28 feet long... It was painted on a concrete wall with false brick sections at the Okotoks Arts & Learning Campus inside the AECON Early Learning Centre. Young children have been enjoying playing and learning there since it's completion in May 2022. If you are standing close to it - you can spot the names of the youth painters that were invited to help me paint in some of the animal elements. |  Spiraled Checkerboard Ceiling Murala spiraled black and white checkerboard mural surrounding an ornate chandelier |
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 Okotoks Cinemas NEW SEATS FundraiserFebruary 2021 The local independent cinemas really needed a boost to get their new seat fundraiser going...so I approached their manager a number of times. They just didn't have the funds to pay for a promotion... So I offered to paint for popcorn! The funds are rolling in but they still need your support! Check out the link to see how you can help:) |  Okotoks Cinemas NEW SEATS Fundraiser (interior view)Here you see the interior of the windows. Yes! I did in fact paint the words on backwards. It's an unusual skill that has finally come in handy! For this mural, I had some former art students participate to get it done before popcorn pick up started! This was a 6 hour day. Amber, the manager and I worked together to design all the elements and wording. So much fun to create and paint and see everyday! |  Jacket Racket Fundraiser MuralBack in November of 2020, Mainstreet Market & More Ltd. invited me to paint their latest charity drive for The local United Church. They run the 'Jacket Racket' where anyone can select a warm winter coat or jacket for the cold months ahead. See what else the Church is doing to see how you can help too! |
 Stuff the Bus Fundraiser 2021Stuff the Bus was a raging success in June of 2020 Once again, Mainstreet Market & More Ltd. invited me to create this huge bus front to encourage passersby and shoppers to donate school supplies to the cause for struggling families. This was in partnership with another group called My City Care Okotoks. It was so successful, they had three major pick ups to do! Click the link to see what else they do to make the world a better place ! |  Helping Hands of the Foothills_Fundraiser MuralHelping Hands Foothills is an extremely generous volunteer group that helps anyone and everyone who needs anything! Mainstreet Market & More Ltd. partnered up with them to collect a wild variety of wonderful donations for those in need. You can see how you can help by clicking the link below. |  Christmas at Loop 2020 Business MuralLoop Kids was a well loved consignment shop for kids and parents. It has since closed seeking new ownership and new ownership |
 Sandstone Lodge Cheer Up Christmas MuralInvited by a local realtor from CIR Realty, I was invited to create this comforting and cheerful mural of six windows for local long term residents home. Due to Covid-19 they were in a lockdown and I was granted entry the day after they reopened. Restrictions insisted I had 3.5 hours at each set of the three windows!!! I've never moved so fast in my life. Later, I found out that three other businesses donated to help pay for my time and materials. I love OKOTOKS! |  Sandstone Lodge CHEER UP MuralWindow #4: a book to read by candlelight and pine trees in the distance |  Sandstone Lodge CHEER UP MuralWindow #5 A pretty poinsettia, a slice of pumpkin pie and cuppa joe |
 Sandstone Lodge CHEER UP MuralWindow #6 A glass of milk and cookies for Santa. Can you see his sleigh in the snow? I was so humbled to have been invited to create this festive mural for the seniors. And Brett Murell for inviting me too! Check out his listing with CIR Realty with the link below |  The Very Covid Christmas Mural 2020November 2020 The Very Covid Mural at my local Municipal Center. A truly massive undertaking that required a lot of planning, measuring, designing and creating. Luckily, I was fortunate to have many eager and skilled art students to help out! You can see the video of it taking place by clicking the link below... | The Very Covid Christmas Mural 2020Here you can see it from another perspective. The windows measure roughly 2 by 8 feet each and there are twelve windows to paint . The Town of Okotoks was very happy with the outcome and left it up until mid January 2021! |
 Celebrate and Recognize Foothills Grads 2020 MuralWe added this extra window to recognize the grads of 2020 who received no graduation ceremony due to the pandemic |  Lady and the Tramps Business MuralShanea Pederson of Lady and The Tramps Grooming salon moved her business from Fort MacMurray all the way to Okotoks! She spotted my chalk murals on Instagram and invited me to create this very unique and fully customized design for two large windows and her door. See all of her services when you click the link |  Lady & the Tramps Business Mural Me with the shih-tzuShanea got to choose her favourite breeds to go on her salon windows. And this wee shih-tzu was my favourite! |
 Lady & The Tramps Business Mural - door signI LOVE FONTS. I also love to write backwards and recreate logos using my favourite medium of chalk markers! |  Grand Central Business LogoNot a chalk mural...nope. I designed this logo for Kathy and Louis of Grand Central many many years ago and it still looks fresh!! |