For me, art is an act of rebellion against impermanence.

Why do I create commissioned art?

The short answer:

Life is incredibly fragile and fleeting. I want to help others embrace the moments that matter.

The long answer:

People say, “everything can change in an instant.” While true, change is not always sudden. Most often, it arrives gradually - quiet, subtle, and inevitable. Whether it crashes through the door or leaves a voicemail, it reshapes your reality.

While we can’t outrun change, we can choose to feel deeply, be fully present, and hold on to what matters. For me, art is an act of rebellion against impermanence. It presses pause on a time, place, face, or feeling.

Many of my pieces are meant to commemorate life’s occasions - big and small. Through commissioned work, I help others memorialize their deeply personal, yet universally human experiences.

- wedding or elopement — now booking LIVE painting for S/S 2027
- the sale or purchase of a family home
- celebration of life
- vacation
- business or campaign launch
- anniversary
- birthday
- pregnancy
- [beginning, middle, or end of an era]
- Routines or rituals — do you take your coffee black and on the way to the shower or do you sip tea in a cozy chair before journaling?
- A time and place that altered your perspective — where were you when you realized you needed to end a relationship? Or when you decided to reconnect with an old friend? Or when you realized you were or weren’t invincible?
- Favorite spot — where do you unwind? Where is your reset button?
- Bodily changes — when the body becomes art, expectations and shame melt away.
- Messes — when your children leave a treasure map of muddy footprints, take a reference photo. When you accidentally overflow the tub, take a reference photo. When you’re cookies and the flour explodes, take a reference photo. Time can turn fleeting frustrations into fond memories.

Why Purchase Commissioned Art

Invest in something that is deeply personal and uniquely you.

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Save precious time by scheduling a delivery date.

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Get exactly what you’re looking for - down to the dimensions.

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Be a part of the process, from concept to creation.

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Realize your idea(s).

5 What to Commission

Some of us know exactly what we want. Others need to discover it. This is why every project begins with a co-discovery call, a chance — for both of us — to unearth the why behind the piece. This conversation informs both the concept and its details, transforming reference images into something far more personal: a storyscape, or layered narrative.

Commissioned works have included, but are never limited to figure paintings, landscapes, portraits, and still life’s.

Process and Timeline

In a brief call, we will discuss the specifics of your vision (timeline, budget, sizing, subject, color scheme, etc.). Here, we will also determine whether you are happy with your own reference images or would like to schedule a photoshoot.
If you’re ready to get started, please fill out this questionnaire.
After we establish a plan for the project, I will send you an agreement which reiterates the process, details payment terms, allows you to choose your preferred shipping method, etc.
A 50% non-refundable deposit is required to start work on the piece.
After the deposit is paid, I will begin work on your painting.
A typical sketch-to-wrapping timeline is about 4-6 weeks, although this is largely dependent on the size and complexity of the piece.
*To expedite the process, a 30% rush fee applies.
Before shipping the painting, the client has an opportunity to request a maximum of 2 reasonable revisions at no cost.
*If requested, additional revisions will be quoted based on scope and complexity.
Once the piece is finished and ready for delivery, I will invoice you for the remaining balance.
Once the invoice is paid in full, I will either ship or personally deliver the painting.

Price of Commissioned Art

In my life and my work, transparency is key. This is why I price commissioned artworks using a predictable structure. I want you to understand the variables that influence the final price, so we can realize your vision within your budget.

Not everyone has the perfect reference photo - and that’s okay. With experience in planning, directing, and styling photoshoots, I am equipped and eager to create high-resolution reference images to inform our process. See photography samples here.
- Basic session (single subject or location): $250 + travel
- Styled session (multiple subjects, wardrobe/styling, props, or custom concept): starting at $500 + travel
Commission pricing begins at $5 per square inch for paintings 16" × 20" and smaller, and $3.50 per square inch for larger works. Final pricing is determined by subject matter, level of detail, number of subjects, and background complexity.
Small canvases:
8” x 10” = $400
9” x 12” = $540
11” x 14” = $770
16” 20” = $1,600
Medium to large commissions:
24” x 30” = $2,520
36” x 48” = $6,048
48” x 60” = $10,080
60” x 60” = $12,600
60” x 84” = $17,640
*Prices above do not include shipping
Prior to shipping, the client will have an opportunity to request revisions. The first two revisions are free. Additional revisions will be quoted based on scope and complexity.
If a commissioner requests a completion date sooner than my standard timeline, a 30% rush fee will be added to the total commission price. Rush commissions are accepted on a limited basis and only when my schedule permits. Acceptance of a rush commission will be confirmed before work begins.
Shipping costs are calculated separately and depend on the size and weight of the artwork, the materials required for safe packing, the destination, and your preferred shipping carrier.
As a general guideline, shipping for smaller paintings typically ranges from $25–250, while paintings measuring 48 inches or larger on any side may cost $500 or more to ship due to oversized packaging and freight requirements.
If you prefer personal delivery, I am happy to discuss that option. Travel expenses will apply.
Prints are available upon request. Pricing depends on size and material (canvas, card stock, paper glicee, metal, etc.).
*Requests for prints need to be made prior to the shipment of the original. This may delay delivery of the original painting by 1-2 business days.