Commission a Custom Artwork
Every commission is painted by hand on stretched canvas, made just for you. Bring me an idea, a theme or a photograph and I'll turn it into an original painting: cultural and devotional images, classical dance, festival and wedding scenes, places you love, flowers from your garden, and portraits of the people and pets in your life, including portraits reimagined from old or faded photos.
Custom & themed paintings
Your idea, theme, or cultural subject, in oil or acrylic
Portraits of people
Portraits live, from photos, or reimagined from old or black-and-white photos
Pet portraits
A pet, with a soft painted background
How it works
- Tell me your idea. Send your theme, photos or references through the contact page. I'll reply with a quote.
- Reserve your spot. A 50% non-refundable deposit confirms your commission and starts the work.
- I paint. You'll get a progress photo partway through, and one round of small adjustments is included.
- Approve and receive. Once you approve the finished painting, the balance is due and the painting is varnished, packed and shipped, or ready for pickup.
Timing: Most commissions take 6–10 weeks. For birthdays, weddings, festivals and holidays, please reach out at least 10 weeks ahead.
Questions
What can I commission?
Almost any subject: festival and wedding scenes, a family home, a favorite landscape or flowers, as well as portraits of people and pets. Share your idea and I'll tell you how I'd approach it.
What makes a good reference photo?
Natural light, sharp focus, taken at eye level. Send several; I can combine them.
Can you work from an old or damaged photo?
Yes. Several paintings in my portfolio began that way.
Do you ship?
Yes, within the US. Local pickup is also available.
Is framing included?
Paintings arrive unframed and wired, ready to hang.