Chris Cummins is the president and chief portrait artist of Portraits By Christopher.Chris is an artist with more than 25 years of portraiture experience. He began his career as a photography student in high school, earned a college degree in photography at the University of Missouri and worked as a photojournalist for a variety of publications around the country.
In 2003, Chris chose to return to the Kansas City area and start his own portrait studio. Chris has been a full-time professional portrait artist ever since.
Chris’ work seeks to combine photographic portraiture with the timeless artistry of classical painting. His clients respond to his attention to detail. They also enjoy his warm and inviting approach which helps them and their family feel confident and comfortable in front of the camera. Chris loves children and will act like a total goofball to help them give their best for a session.
At Portraits By Christopher, the photograph is just the starting point. Your portrait is treated as part photograph and part classical art. Using the image as a beginning reference an artist will carefully mix colors and brushes to create textures and strokes throughout the image.
This creates a combination painting and photographic image that has both the life-like appearance of a photographic portrait and the classical beauty of traditional painted works.
Associations and certifications
- Professional Photographers of America
Services
We are devoted to capturing the beauty of your family by combining fine portraiture with old world artistry. Christopher Cummins is the president and chief portrait artist of Portraits By Christopher. Christopher is an artist with more than 25 years of portraiture experience. He began his career as a photography student in high school, earned a college degree in photography at the University of Missouri and worked as a photojournalist for a variety of publications around the country.In 2003, Christopher chose to return to the Kansas City area and start his own portrait studio.
As a specialty studio, our background and lighting are exactly calculated to render your portrait as an exquisite piece of art. It is important for the success of your portrait that certain styles and colors of clothing be used, while avoiding other styles and colors. We ask that you please dress formal.
Reviews (12)
Theresa Welsh
May 28, 2022
Leah Gamerl
Mar 18, 2022
V. Heiland
Feb 13, 2022
Sara Stueve Vliet
Sep 13, 2021
I registered for a contest and won a family portrait. Was totally blown away by this guy's work and thought what the heck I'll apply. Turns out i won! Chris was immediately responsive. When I realized the session wouldn't work out for me and my family (pregnant with third baby, recently had issues with possible Covid exposure, sick babies, etc) Chris opted to allow me to cash my prize in at a later time to include my newest addition after he arrives and life calms down! I haven't even had a portrait yet and I'm so happy I have come across his talented and generous spirit. Highly recommend.
Teresa Terry
Aug 14, 2021
Pat Kuester
Jun 25, 2021
Taylor Hth
Jun 19, 2021
Absolutely the royal treatment. Top notch friendly experience and stunning artistry you won't find anywhere else. It was fun watching him make my 7 year old laugh while getting her to pose just right, and helped me look great despite the weight I put on during Covid. Most photographers will give you those fun lifestyle shots that are pretty and fun to put on Instagram but Christopher gives you a family heirloom you'll want to pass down for generations.
Cindy Moore
Nov 29, 2020
We just got our finished portrait of my husband and I today. It is fantastic. I've never been a fan of getting my picture taken, but Christopher was so easy to work with. He made us feel completely at ease, and the end was result was awesome! So glad we did this. It is a piece that will be cherished long after we are gone!
Julie Lambertz
Feb 04, 2018
Christopher did an excellent job of giving our family an heirloom portrait that will be in our family forever. We were all so pleased with the high quality and professionalism. My Cadillac dealership actually referred me to him, so I knew the outcome would be outstanding and indeed it was. One of the best things we have ever done!
Stephen Taylor
Julie Lambertz
Christopher did an excellent job of giving our family an heirloom portrait that will be in our family forever. We were all so pleased with the high quality and professionalism. My Cadillac dealership actually referred me to him, so I knew the outcome would be outstanding and indeed it was. One of the best things we have ever done!
Shelbee McVey