Watching him cry ’til he’s blue in the face or catching him red-handed: You’ve uncovered his true colors.

Luckily, artist Rosemary Markowski has a better way to capture them.

Commission her to paint an oil portrait of your little one and she’ll spend a few hours with him in the setting of your choice — sketching and snapping photos for reference. A mom herself, she’s a pro at moving quickly and wraps it up before the fidgets set in.

Next, Markowski lays out the composition and checks in with you, so you can see the painting evolve.

Your reaction when she turns over the final piece?

Tickled pink, of course.

Rosemary Markowski (215-715-4494 or rosemarymarkowski@yahoo.com).

SEE
Nate the Great
What: A boy detective tries to crack a case in this new musical.
Why: Get a clue.
When: Sat., 10:30 a.m., 1 & 3:30 p.m.
Where: Walnut Street Theatre, 825 Walnut St. (215-574-3550). Tickets online at ticketmaster.com.

PLAN
Chestnut Hill Academy Camp Fair
What: Preview options for a range of ages and interests.
Why: You’ve got cabin fever.
When: Sat., 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Where: 500 W. Willow Grove Ave. (215-247-4700).

LISTEN
Story Time Sundays with Betsy
What: Crafts and tales with Ms. Ross at this free event.
Why: Flag it.
When: Thru Mar. 31. Every Sun., 11 a.m.
Where: Betsy Ross House, 239 Arch St. (215-686-1252).