An Invitation to Create a Masterpiece

A complete guide to your complimentary portrait experience at KGS Studios.

You are holding a gift certificate because one of our trusted partners believes you appreciate the distinction between a fleeting snapshot and a timeless work of art. I’m Kevin G. Saunders, founder of KGS Studios and the artist behind all the work in the studio. This is your personal invitation to begin a journey with our studio, and this page is your guide to the truly unique opportunity that awaits you. I’ve prepared this brief look into the experience that awaits you, to show you what is possible when artistry meets identity.

Your Personal Welcome from the Artist

To understand the unique nature of this gift, we’ve prepared this short personal video message. It is the essential first step to understanding the world-class experience we have reserved for you. Please watch this video first.

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The Intersection of Light, Character, and Truth.

Every portrait is a collaboration between the subject and the artist, revealing the authentic spirit within.

The KGS Studios Experience:
What Your Gift Includes

Inspired by master artists like John Singer Sargent and Yousuf Karsh, we’ve dedicated ourselves to creating timeless, museum-quality wall portraits. Your gift is an invitation into this process. It includes:

A Life-Sized Projection Session: Experience the power of your portraits projected at up to life size in our studio and explore framing options in real time.

An Unlimited Portrait Session: We create as many images as needed at our private Blue Star studio to capture the perfect moment.

An Unrestricted Guest List: Your session can include any combination of people and pets you wish to honor.

Your Gift Unlocks One of Two Artistic Pathways

Your gift certificate gives you the complete KGS Studios experience and culminates in your choice of one of two distinct works of art for your home.

Pathway 1: The KGS Gift Portrait: The Photographic Record

(A $1,000 Value)

Your complimentary gift is a masterfully crafted 8×10-inch photographic portrait. Printed on canvas, mounted on a durable, archival hardboard, and signed “KGS,” this is a beautiful, finished piece of art ready for framing. It is the perfect introduction to our studio’s commitment to quality.

Pathway 2: The Signature Portrait Commission

(Begins with a $2,000 Print Credit)

For those who wish to create a definitive family heirloom, you may apply a $2,000 print credit toward a Kevin G. Saunders Signature Portrait. This is the pinnacle of our work: a painterly, hyperrealistic portrait available in sizes up to 10 feet, priced based on size. It is an investment in a transcendent work of art designed to anchor your family’s story for generations.

How to Prepare for a Timeless Portrait

Our mission is to create a true masterwork for your family. To ensure a successful and collaborative experience that honors the spirit of this gift, we have a few essential considerations.

• A Portrait of Your Family’s Story: A masterwork portrait is museum-grade and captures a family’s legacy. To best achieve this, our complimentary sessions are designed for families, couples, and individuals. While we adore children, we do not offer solo portraits for children under six or newborn sessions as part of this particular gift.
• A Collaborative Vision: Creating a true heirloom is an important and collaborative decision. We have found that the most successful commissions occur when all decision-makers, typically both parents, attend the session together. This ensures the final work of art is a perfect reflection of your shared vision.
• While portraits are the ultimate gift, re-gifting your gift card to someone who did not receive it is not our intent. The gift cards are not transferable, though you can bring others into the studio as the gift card holder. We will make anyone’s portrait, as our sessions are always unlimited.

My Commitment to Every Session.

Whether your experience with the studio concludes with your complimentary KGS 8 x 10 gift portrait or continues with a Signature commission, my personal commitment remains the same. You will receive my full attention, my best energy, and my unwavering dedication to creating a powerful and dignified portrait.

You don’t get a corporate staff; you get me, the artist, every step of the way.

Your Reservation, Secured with Our Compliments

To protect the artist’s dedicated time, private commissions typically require a $250 fully refundable reservation deposit. However, as a guest of our exclusive partners, this deposit has been waived. There is no cost or deposit required to book your session, though we appreciate you keeping your appointment or rescheduling at least 2 weeks in advance.

Flexible Scheduling & Peace of Mind

We offer private sessions seven days a week, including holidays, to accommodate your demanding schedule. Our focus is on finding a time that is perfect for you.

By registering your certificate now, you secure its full value indefinitely. This allows you to schedule your session at your leisure, whether next month or next year, without concern for the listed expiration date. Registering today preserves your gift’s full value and ensures your place on the artist’s schedule whenever you choose to begin.

The Philosophy of a Permanent Record

This experience is about more than just a beautiful image; it is an opportunity to create a piece of your family’s history. The following resources provide a deeper insight into the principles and process behind a masterwork portrait.

The Strategic Briefing: Deeper Research

The Innovator
Discover the Artist’s Full Story: The detailed history of the artist and the evidence behind the conviction expressed in this manifesto.

For the Family Patriarch
The Patron’s Briefing: A CEO’s Guide to the Strategy of a Tangible Legacy. An exploration of the unique importance of creating a lasting legacy for the family’s senior generation.

For the Family Matriarch
The Matriarch’s Dilemma: The Psychology of a Modern Legacy Portrait: An important essay on the unique psychological considerations for the modern matriarch and how a masterwork portrait can resolve the dilemma of defining a powerful, personal legacy.

Begin Your Legacy Journey

The first step is to register your gift certificate. This validates your invitation and allows us to begin the process of scheduling your private, one-on-one session with the artist.