Drue's unique process and dynamic approach engages her client. After meeting with them and understanding their vision, she offers a custom solution. From inception of the artistic idea to its full realization, Drue is in dialogue with her client -- listening, responding and delivering. With the original artwork as the centerpiece, she creates an experience tailored to both corporate and private clients.
Personal Consultation
A personal consultation is scheduled where Drue begins by inviting input from the client. Sensitive and subtly attuned to their goals, she takes careful notes, answers questions, and ultimately suggests an aesthetic plan for their commission.
Research
Drue conducts meticulous research to internalize the world of her subject matter so that the original painting captures and reveals her subject's essence in ebony inked brush strokes. Immersing herself in a serious study of her subject, she absorbs sights, sounds and meanings. With the research embedded in the voice of her brush, she distills the subject transcending time and place.
The Original Painting
Serious preparation culminates in the creation of the original Sumi-e painting. Drawing on her experience, rigorous discipline and intuition, Drue infuses meaning into each brush stroke. The eye and soul of a Master Sumi-e artist wrests the subject from reality coaxing it into an inked expression.
Special Options:
Slideshow/Video Chronicling Creation of Original Painting
Sharing a rare glimpse of her unique process, Drue documents the creation of the original painting, the artistic journey of the commission. Depending on client specifications, she can deliver a high definition slideshow or video in multiple formats. Stunning visuals, including high magnification details of the brushstrokes, create an impact whether at a client event or intimate gathering.
The Presentation
Drue's presentation adds another dimension to the commission. It centers on honoring the client and special guests with the unveiling of the original painting. She has had extensive experience in performing for elite audiences around the world from Tokyo to New York City, London to Chicago, New Orleans to Gstaad. For her client, she produces a presentation and performance customized to their specific needs -- whether for a VIP guest list of 400, a casually elegant club-style setting for an inner circle of friends and business associates, or a family reunion in the countryside. She dedicates the painting to the honoree(s) and performs a choreographed original poem, the literary counterpart to the painting. In a musical tribute to the honoree(s), Drue plays on her gold flute. At her client's request, she performs a selection of special pieces.
Web Technologies
For special projects, Drue can design a new stand alone custom site or develop pages to integrate with a client's existing web site. Drue uses her technological acumen to bring the inherent flow of Sumi-e into the web medium for a fresh digital experience. She begins with a high resolution scan of the original painting and then defines pages that will achieve her client's goals. The clean powerful lines of Drue's Sumi-e paintings are ideal for the web. Harnessing the motion-filled brush strokes, Drue creates a site for her client that can drive business and user behavior results.