A charity founded in 1891, we offer a bespoke service to help those wishing to support this genre by commissioning a portrait. Commissioning a portrait is enjoyable and easy; our expert consultant will guide you from your initial thought through to completion. This can be accessed through our website or in person by appointment. Our Member Artists (over 50) are selected by their peers using a rigorous procedure to ensure our continuing reputation for excellence. Each year we hold an exhibition of some 200 recent portraits at Mall Galleries, London. About half of the portraits are by our Members and a half from an open selection which is available to artists worldwide. Many prizes and awards are available through this exhibition to encourage and support artists. We also run demonstrations and talks to give further insight into visitors.