When people think of copying in art, they sometimes imagine forgery or mere duplication. But a faithful copy, openly commissioned and expertly crafted, is something entirely different: it’s an act of admiration, scholarship, and care.

Collectors often seek copies for practical reasons. The original work may be too valuable or fragile to display day-to-day. Museums might commission copies to share treasures with wider audiences or to keep on display while the original rests in conservation. And for individuals who simply love a particular painting, a fine copy provides the joy of living with a work that captures its spirit and detail.

Creating a high-quality copy demands more than a steady hand. It starts with close study: observing the original’s composition, colour harmonies, and the subtle variations in brushwork that give it life. Each pigment is carefully matched; each layer is built up to recreate not just the image, but the very texture and energy of the original.

My goal with copies is never to impersonate, but to pay homage — to produce a work that stands proudly in its own right, while faithfully reflecting the qualities that make the original compelling.

There’s also a special pleasure in following in another artist’s footsteps. Reproducing a masterwork becomes a dialogue across time, a way to understand techniques and decisions from the inside out. The finished copy offers both beauty and a deeper connection to the artistic lineage it represents.

For collectors and enthusiasts, a copy isn’t just a substitute. It’s an opportunity to experience art’s timeless allure, recreated with integrity and respect.