Portrait Painter Perth and Kinross
Commission an oil portrait in Perth and Kinross 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 Perth and Kinross, from the historic city of Perth and the Tay valley to the Highland villages of Pitlochry, Dunkeld and the Atholl country.
The Art of Portrait Painting in Perth and Kinross
Perth and Kinross 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 Perth and Kinross and the wider Perth and Kinross 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 Perth and Kinross
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 Perth and Kinross
Perth and Kinross sits at the geographical centre of Scotland and contains a remarkable range of landscape in a relatively compact area. The historic city of Perth on the Tay, the wooded country around Dunkeld and Birnam (Beatrix Potter’s holiday landscape), the dramatic Highland scenery of Pitlochry and the Atholl estate, and the gentle agricultural country around Loch Leven in Kinross all give the region an unusual richness. For Hazel, working in Perth and Kinross feels like working in a region that has carefully balanced the Lowland and Highland sensibilities.
She admires the cultural seriousness of the region. Perth Museum and Art Gallery, recently reopened as Perth Museum following a major restoration, holds significant Scottish art including the new home of the Stone of Destiny and an excellent collection of Perthshire landscape painting. Blair Castle’s family portrait collection (the Dukes of Atholl), Scone Palace’s important historical paintings, and the Birnam Arts Centre give the region a layered cultural offer.
Hazel’s Perth and Kinross commissions tend to come from estate families in the Highland half of the region — Atholl, Dalreoch, Auchterarder country house belt — and from professional families in the wealthier Perth and Kinross villages. The hunt country around Crieff and Comrie produces equestrian work. The Gleneagles polo and racing community produces occasional sporting briefs.
What Hazel most enjoys about Perth and Kinross is the careful balance her sitters strike. Perthshire people are typically thoughtful, well-travelled and unusually rooted in their landscape — and those qualities produce portraits with unusual range.
How to Commission a Portrait from Perth and Kinross
Commissioning a portrait from Hazel Morgan is a collaborative and enjoyable experience, regardless of where you are located in Perth and Kinross. 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 Perth and Kinross, 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 Perth and Kinross typically receive their portrait within one to two weeks of completion.
Get in Touch for a Personalised Consultation in Perth and Kinross
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 Perth and Kinross 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 Perth and Kinross 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.
Perth and Kinross areas where Hazel’s clients live
Hazel’s commissions come from clients across the county, including in:
- Perth, Bridge of Earn and the Tay valley villages
- Pitlochry, Killiecrankie and the Atholl country
- Dunkeld, Birnam and the wooded Tay
- Crieff, Comrie and the Strathearn villages
- Auchterarder, Gleneagles and the central country
- Kinross, Milnathort and the Loch Leven country
- Aberfeldy, Kenmore and the Loch Tay villages
- Blairgowrie, Coupar Angus and the Strathmore villages
- Methven, Almondbank and the western Perthshire
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.