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Internationally collected artist, Liz van der Werff creates portraits in Oils, Pastels, Watercolor and Acrylic - -


References and Client Comments

I only recently began saving client comments, I wish I had all the wonderful things people have said when they received a portrait!

If you would like to talk directly to a previous patron I can provide you with email address or phone number. Please contact me for details.

In many cases you can click on the photo to be taken to a page devoted to that portrait.

 
"The painting [of us as a couple] came out beautifully, and she loved it! I had it framed the day after I received it and had plenty of time to get it ready for her, thanks to your work. This will remain with us forever. She was amazed at the likeness you captured, it really was fantastically done. Thank you again for adding a peice that will remain with us forever."
- Jeff V., Connecticut

"Oh Liz! It IS Marvelous! Just Perfect! I love it! It is beautiful! I am just thrilled, I've been showing it off to everyone at the office and they are soooo impressed! I am soooooo thrilled! Now all I can think about is Okay, what can we do next? LOL! Thanks so much Liz...it is just fantastic!"
- Michele B. Jackson, MS

"I would like to once again thank you for my beautiful portrait. My father absolutely loved his painting [of my mother and him]. My husband walked in the living room, opened the painting and turned it toward him. My father was so surprised, and at first didn't know what to say...he just looked at it with tears in his eyes. He said that he has never seen a portrait look so true to life. He is very proud of this portrait. It is the best gift I have ever given my father. I really appreciate you getting it done so quickly and shipped in time for Father's Day.

"As I mentioned in my letter, the people at the framing shop were quite impressed and when I picked my picture up the young man told me that it was very good work and was priced very well. "

- Julie H., Huntington, MD

"I finally couldn't wait and unveiled the portrait just about a half hour ago. We both cried. We stared at it for a good half hour! We love the way you captured his spirit. I am now getting misty eyed just thinking about it. Thank you again."

- Andrea A., Hawaii


"Thank you for the painting, I really love it. She was a special cat to me and I still miss her. It is nice to see her face everyday again. You are very talented"

- Chris B., Corsicana, TX


"All of your paintings are exquisite, but you know the one that is most dear to my heart...Ruby, the Tiger...We have talked about displaying her portrait at the hospital, but we love having her at home. I am so thankful that I was at the right place at the right time to be able to purchase such a wonderful wedding present for my husband. Keep up the good work! "

- Denise .P., Roanoke, VA


". . . My husband Jeff told me about all of your hard work and efforts over the past couple of months and I was more than touched by it all! The painting is absolutely gorgeous and so very true to life, it was as if you knew Lucy, Dakota, Porsche and Maddie personally. I love it and I will have it forever, that is the best part! I was really surprised ... it even brought tears to my eyes, I'm sure Jeff has told you how much my pets mean to me. It was put on display almost immediately and I admire it "everyday - S. H. 12/30/01
"She LOVED IT! Absolutely LOVED IT! Liz, when I went to get her gift (It was wrapped and hidden behind some furniture) her eyes lit up and she said 'Oh, you got me a Bateman print!' I said "no, sorry...it's something else" She slowly opened it and had to turn it around to face her. She just stared at it...her eyes welled up with tears..and her voice cracked as she said "oh my...thats Lucy" (I don't know why she picked Lucy to describe, but she did) She had tears in her eyes..and was just amazed. She went from looking at it ... to looking at me ... She kept staring at it and basically asking how I got this. She then called her mom and couldn't even get the words out to her describing the present. Liz, it was the perfect gift. Every one who looks at it can't believe how amazing it looks..and how the gift came from the heart. They are right, it did. A lot of your heart in it as well. Its perfect. Amazing ... and takes more than its share of stares around our little house. It looks beautiful. I can't begin to thank you for the work you've done. It certainly made our Christmas. Thanks again."
- Jeff H., Canada, 12/29/00

portrait composed from 5 separate photos

"My husband actually cried when I presented him with the portrait of his favorite hunting dogs. Thank you for his best birthday gift EVER!"
- Jeanne M., Missouri

**UPDATE** That picture of "Molly & Scout" hangs proudly on my wall. Scout passed away a year ago, I'm so happy Jeanne had that painting made.
- Steve M, Wentzville, MO

(photos composed from 2 photos)


"I am the proud owner of Trudy, the sheltie, and I am so happy to have had her portrait done by a most talented artist. I have her portrait displayed prominently in my home and everyone raves about it...the realism of her. Not only did Liz capture the beauty of Trudy, but she also has the talent to capture her charisma, personality, and intelligence!!!"
- Ginger N., Salem, Virginia

"I'm so glad I came across you. I'll definitely work with you again, I'm sure."


- Jennifer S, Florida

(portrait composed from 2 photos)


"The painting [of my wife] just arrived today and it's great. Lucy was really suprised and pleased with it. You did a super job. You caught Lucy's smile perfectly! If you ever want to use me for a reference, please do. Again, many thanks for doing such a great job. A great pleasure working with you."

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Memorial
Portrait

portrait composed using 3 photos

"I looked at a lot of sites but kept coming back to yours because of the pictures you had on yours and the comments that other people had made. I did contact a few others but you seemed to be the most sincere and helpful to me, I am very glad that I did choose you. Gretta's portrait went over great, I wasn't sure that I had done the right thing by having it done at first but after about 30 minutes of tears, my wife said "She's beautiful, it looks as if she is laying there listening while you talk to her, she looks so real." Thanks Liz for a fabulous job, it brought back the thought of losing her but moreover, it brought back all of the good memories of the fun and love she gave us. I really appreciate what you done and have already told others about you. The portrait is hanging in our den right now, but we will eventually hang it in the living room next to the front door so that it can be seen from several areas of the house, that way everyone that comes in can see it. Liz, I appreciate everything that you have done for me. By the way, everyone that has seen the portrait so far has asked about you so I give them your web site address. In the near future I hope to have you do a couple of others for me. Thanks again."

- Don T., Virginia


"Thank you for the beautiful portrait of our little "tom-boy", Emily! It's perfect!"

- Brenda .B. Virginina


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"The portrait of Jos & Graham is beautiful.
I enjoy it every day!! It's the best gift Steve ever gave me. Thank-you,"

- Joy B., Roanoke, VA

"We have gotten many comments on how life-like the portrait is. It startles me sometimes as I walk through the room at just how real they all look. I think you really captured the character of all three of them."
- LeeAnn C., Virginia

(portrait composed from tons of photos)


"Marissa's portrait is beautiful, just like her."

- Sara B., Illinois


"My husband was overwhelmed to receive a portrait of his horses! I would like to commission another work for Christmas."

- Dr. Marlene W, Virginia


"I am overjoyed with [my infant daughter,] Allison's portrait, of course, it's wonderful. Thanks."

- Tony P., Florida


"We love the portrait of Emily . . . and so do the many people who visit our home. The colors are perfect, and you captured the details of her happy face so well."

- Barry.R., Virginia


"He is absolutely beautiful. He is going to look great on my wall"

- Tami M., Arizona


"We are very pleased with Mario's portrait. We really like the way his eyes were done. They seem to follow you from place to place as you walk around the room."

- Billie C., Virginia


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