What I have tried to do is produce original aviation art that is affordable yet very personal at the same time. I found the best way to make a painting as original as possible is to let the customer have their say as to which aircraft they want and also to suggest a background on which to use for my canvas. This is when I came up with the idea of using Area Navigation charts as my background. I found that this is the best way to capture both that special airplane as well as the area that it was flown or even where you live and really adds that personal touch. I try to use the visual impact of the chart to enhance the painting and the image of the aircraft to get the overall effect I want.

To give you a better feel for what I do, I have included some actual questions that I most often recieve from customers:

Q: "Isn't the navigation chart too busy to use as a background?"
A: Not at all. I enhance the contrast of the image so that no matter how busy the background is, the main image always stands out and balances the overall painting.

Q: " What medium do you use?"
A: My work is first drawn with fine black ink pen then painted with water paints.

Q: " How many can you do on one chart and how many do you recommend per chart?"
A: If you are familiar with these charts, they vary in size. If I just do one aircraft, I would make the image of the aircraft larger than if I were doing multiple images. However, I personally find that a collection of about 3 to 5 aircraft on a large chart really captures what I am trying to do which is produce a painting that really pieces together a perfect collage of your career, your favorite aircraft, or one particular aircraft from a range of different views. Also, It is more cost effective to have more than one per chart. (Have a look at my pricing at 'How much?' )

Q: "What if I do not have the photograph of the airplane that I want?"
A: No problem. I will use my resources to see what I can come up with, or call me direct and we can discuss it further so I can get a good feel for what you want. If you choose to send me a photograph, however, please make sure that the photograph you send was either taken by you, or that you have copyright privileges from the photographer.

Q: "Do you make, or have any prints of your work?"
A: No I do not. All of my work is custom done from orders only. I want to ensure that you receive an original piece of art. Printing will lose the personal touch that I try to achieve.

Q: "How long would it take to complete a painting?"
A: From the time I receive all your information it may take from 10 -12 days. Of course due to the nature of my work it depends on my current work load. I will however, let you know when you place the order when you can expect the completed painting.

Q: " Do you do military or general aviation aircraft?"
A: Yes. Once you can provide enough information so that I can get the painting as accurate as possible, I can do about almost anything.

Q: " Do you accept Visa or any other credit cards?"
A: Unfortunately, No. I have not got this area set up as yet. I am working on it and will update this answer as soon as I have done so. Method of payment is check or money order in US$.

I hope I have answered most of your questions. Should you have a question that is not included here..simply contact me by e-mail at: camachos@earthlink.net
Looking forward to hearing from you.

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