Commission guide

How to Commission a Portrait

From choosing a style to preparing your photos: a short guide to planning a hand-painted portrait of someone you love.

Plan your portrait

1

Choose a subject and style

Start with a person or pet, then browse styles and examples from different artist tiers. For a Master commission, explore the artist's work before discussing your ideas.

2

Select size and framing

Open a style you like, then choose the size, frame and number of people or pets to paint. The page shows the price for your selection.

3

Prepare your reference photos

Upload your photos on the product page, or send them after placing your order. Tell us about any details you would like to preserve.

Original Art

Perhaps an original work feels right

Explore existing works already created by artists, with clear details to help you choose.

One-of-one original work