Commission an oil portrait in Mid Ulster by award-winning UK portrait artist Hazel Morgan — from a live sitting at Hazel’s Wiltshire studio or from a carefully chosen set of photographs. Hand-delivered to clients across Mid Ulster, from the historic town of Cookstown and the Sperrin Mountains to the wealthier residential villages and the agricultural country of the upper Bann.
The Art of Portrait Painting in Mid Ulster
Mid Ulster sits within the kind of English landscape that has drawn portrait painters, collectors and patrons for generations — a setting of period homes, country estates, parklands and parish life that rewards the traditional oil portrait. Hazel Morgan accepts commissions from private clients, families and institutions across Mid Ulster and the wider Mid Ulster area, producing hand-painted oil portraits suited to both period and contemporary interiors.
Each commission begins with a short conversation about the sitter — how they should be lit, what they should wear, what the portrait is meant to carry. From there, Hazel works from life sittings at her Wiltshire studio or, for clients who prefer, from a carefully chosen set of photographs. The finished oil is hand-varnished, framed to the client’s taste, and hand-delivered across the UK.
Portrait Painting Services Available in Mid Ulster
Hazel offers a comprehensive range of portrait styles and subjects to suit every occasion and setting. Each portrait is painted entirely by hand in fine oil paints on premium Belgian linen canvas, using techniques refined over a career spanning more than four decades.
Classical & Formal Portraits
Traditional oil portraits for private collections, family legacies, and formal settings. Available as head-and-shoulders, half-length, or full-length compositions.
Corporate & Boardroom Portraits
Distinguished portraits of CEOs, directors, chancellors, and civic leaders. Painted to the exacting standards expected by boardrooms and institutional collections.
Family & Child Portraits
Intimate portraits that capture the personality and spirit of children and families. Painted from photographs or sittings to create a cherished keepsake.
Pet & Equestrian Portraits
Beautifully detailed oil paintings of beloved pets, horses, and companion animals. Each painting conveys the unique character and personality of the subject.
Memorial & Posthumous Portraits
Sensitive and respectful memorial portraits created from photographs. A meaningful way to honour the memory of a loved one through fine art.
Academic & Institutional Portraits
Portraits of chancellors, professors, benefactors, and distinguished alumni for universities, schools, and learned societies.
Why Hazel Loves Mid Ulster
Mid Ulster is one of the largest council areas in Northern Ireland and contains some of the most genuinely rural landscape in the province. The Sperrin Mountains rising along the western boundary, the historic towns of Cookstown, Magherafelt and Dungannon, and the broad agricultural country of the upper Bann and Blackwater valleys give the region its defining character. The Sperrins themselves — an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty — are one of the least-visited and most genuinely wild upland areas in Ireland.
She admires the cultural depth of the region. The Sperrins AONB is one of the great undiscovered landscape areas of the British Isles, and the cultural infrastructure around Cookstown, Magherafelt and Dungannon — including the Tyrone Crystal heritage, Springhill Plantation House, and the contemporary Burnavon Arts and Cultural Centre — gives the region a quietly substantial identity.
Hazel’s Mid Ulster commissions tend to come from farming and estate families with deep regional roots, from professional households in the larger towns, and occasionally from creative families who have moved into the Sperrins country.
What Hazel most enjoys about Mid Ulster is the unhurried rural consciousness her sitters bring. Mid Ulster households tend to plan a portrait carefully and treat the commission as a real occasion — exactly the conditions a portraitist works best in.
How to Commission a Portrait from Mid Ulster
Commissioning a portrait from Hazel Morgan is a collaborative and enjoyable experience, regardless of where you are located in Mid Ulster. The process has been refined over hundreds of commissions to ensure a seamless experience for every client.
Step 1: Initial Consultation
The process begins with a complimentary consultation — by telephone, video call, or email — during which Hazel discusses your vision for the portrait. This covers the subject, preferred composition, size, background, clothing, and any particular details you would like to include. There is no obligation at this stage.
Step 2: Photographs & References
For clients in Mid Ulster, Hazel can work from professional photographs, high-quality personal photographs, or a combination of multiple reference images. She provides clear guidance on the types of photographs that produce the best results. Where feasible, live sittings can also be arranged.
Step 3: The Painting Process
Once the composition is agreed, Hazel begins painting. The process typically takes between six and twelve weeks depending on the complexity of the piece. Clients receive progress photographs at key stages so you can see the portrait taking shape and provide feedback before completion.
Step 4: Delivery & Framing
Completed portraits are professionally packaged for shipping. Shipping and framing costs are provided once the painting is complete. Hazel can also recommend master framers who specialise in fine art framing to complement your finished portrait. Clients in Mid Ulster typically receive their portrait within one to two weeks of completion.
Get in Touch for a Personalised Consultation in Mid Ulster
Every portrait commission is unique, and Hazel provides a personalised quotation based on your specific requirements. Factors such as the size of the canvas, the number of subjects, and the complexity of the composition are all discussed during an initial telephone consultation, which is entirely free and without obligation.
Hazel welcomes inquiries from clients in Mid Ulster and is happy to talk through your ideas at a time that suits you. Whether you have a clear vision or are simply exploring the possibility of commissioning a portrait, she looks forward to hearing from you.
Why Clients in Mid Ulster Choose Hazel Morgan
Hazel Morgan brings a rare combination of artistic excellence, professional reliability, and personal warmth to every commission. Here is what sets her apart:
Over 40 years of professional experience — Hazel has been painting portraits professionally since the early 1980s, amassing a body of work that spans hundreds of commissions for private, corporate, and institutional clients worldwide.
Award-winning recognition — Her work has been exhibited at the Royal Society of Portrait Painters, the Royal Institute of Oil Painters, and other prestigious venues. She is a member of several leading art societies.
A personal, one-to-one service — Unlike studio operations, every portrait is painted entirely by Hazel herself. You deal directly with the artist from first consultation through to delivery, ensuring your vision is faithfully realised.
UK and international shipping expertise — Hazel regularly delivers completed portraits to clients across the United Kingdom, Europe, the United States, and beyond. Every painting is professionally packaged to arrive in perfect condition.
Complete satisfaction guaranteed — Hazel works closely with each client throughout the painting process. Progress images are shared at every stage, and adjustments are made until you are completely happy with the finished portrait.
Mid Ulster areas where Hazel’s clients live
Hazel’s commissions come from clients across the county, including in:
- Cookstown, Pomeroy and the central country
- Magherafelt, Castledawson and the central villages
- Dungannon, Coalisland and the southern country
- Tobermore, Maghera and the northern villages
- Moneymore, Draperstown and the western country
- Aughnacloy, Caledon and the southern villages
- Stewartstown, Ardboe and the Lough Neagh shore
- Donaghmore, Castlecaulfield and the central country
- Bellaghy, Knockcloghrim and the central villages
Ready to Commission Your Portrait?
Get in touch for a free, no-obligation conversation about commissioning a bespoke oil portrait — from live sittings at Hazel’s Wiltshire studio or from photographs, delivered across the UK.
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