First of all, thank you for considering me to paint your commission!

Commissioning a work of art is a special collaboration process between myself and you as my client. You may already have an idea or a vision for the perfect painting or you may want my help to help further develop your idea. It’s an exciting process to commission a piece of art that is one of a kind and special to you.

I would love to discuss the details of the piece you have envisioned! Please feel free to contact me with any questions about commissioning a painting. I look forward to creating something beautiful for you!

How it works…

• An initial email consultation explores your vision for the piece. At this point we will discuss the details of what you have in mind regarding subject matter, medium, style and size. From there I will be able to provide you with an estimate.
• Once a final composition is agreed upon, an estimated timeline and payment schedule is determined.
• A 50% non-refundable installment is required prior to starting the painting process.
• Upon completion and approval, the final installment plus shipping costs are due in advance of shipping the painting

A few things to consider when commissioning a piece…

• Being a bit of a purist I prefer to work from my own reference photos.  Whenever possible I will work with you to schedule a photo shoot if required.  When this is not possible, I will review the reference material you provide – from there we work together to develop our plan on how to make your painting a reality. Quite often I may have images that will fit with your vision although I am always open to exploring any photos you may like to provide.
• I create work that typically has a blank background, creating contemporary images allowing the negative space to feature the image represented.  I maintain full artistic license of choosing the background, as it is important to the feel of the final piece . 
• It is important for me that any commissions that I take on represent my distinct style and blends into my body of work.  I have to assume you are approaching me because you love my existing work.
• There are no limits to the potential size and dimensions of the piece. I can work anywhere from 8x 10” up to 40”x40”(and beyond) in any variety of dimensions that best fit your vision and budget.
• Shipping is additional and will be determined when the piece is packed, measured, and weighed. The price will vary depending on the size and weight and final destination. I can provide an options on shipping to review with you in advance. I will be sure to find the best rates possible while also ensuring your piece is safely packed.

Sample prices below and intended as a guideline to help you make an informed decision on size. They are based on a single person, animal, bird etc., in Canadian dollars and unframed.

8 x 10”      $300

11 x 14”  or 12 x 12”  $475 – $525

16 x 20”     $700

18 x 24” $925

24 x 30” $1675

24 x 36” $1950

36 x 36 “ $2750

24 x 42” $3500

I invite you to CONTACT ME for more information or to answer any questions you may have in regards to commissioning a painting.

I look forward to working together so I may paint something special for you!

New Limited Edition Print Options:

I have received numerous requests to provide Limited Edition prints of my artwork and have finally decided to offer a few from select paintings. After extensive research and my typical level of procrastination – I found a company that I am happy to work with and hit publish on my website.

If there is a painting you love, and I have not offered a print on this site, please contact me here to explore options.

Enter my print shop

Quality:

High-quality prints are created using Giclee Print Technique delivering brilliant images with superior fade resistance for museum-quality printing. Images printed on photo papers and/or canvas using pigment-based inkjet with archival inks are more resistant to fading caused by light or heat and provide light-fade resistance superior to that of traditionally processed photos—up to 100 or more years.

Delivery:

FREE SHIPPING anywhere in USA or Canada. You may also select express delivery option that is available while placing the order. The price might vary depending on your canvas size. They also ship internationally with images rolled and in tubes. 

Satisfaction Guaranteed:

If you are not happy with the quality of the product you purchased, and this is due to factors under the printer’s control, they will replace or refund your purchase fully. For factors that they don’t control, such as incorrect texts or misspellings, they will strive to find a solution. For any issues contact their customer service within 30 days of delivery.

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Where do you find inspiration? Do you paint from photographs?

I normally only paint what I have personally experienced – whether it be from Plein Air adventuring or from photographing a subject that speaks to me. My work is based upon my own observations and natural curiosity.

I often will reference a number of my own images when designing and creating a painting.

How long does it take to create a painting?

Paintings are created in stages. Often my work has to dry for several days between the layers. I normally have several pieces in various stages and alternate which ones I work on. Typically it may take me from a month to five months to complete a painting.

Do you offer payment plans?

Yes. Payment plans are a great option to acquire original artwork within a set budget. We can work together create a payment schedule to enable you to purchase your painting over 3 to 6 months – whatever makes sense to you. Payments are non-refundable.

Shipping Options?

I am so excited that you are considering purchasing my artwork. As shipping prices are ever changing and vary with size, location and providers, I am unable to include shipping rates on my website. If you are located beyond southern New Brunswick, please contact me here and I will secure quotes and send the shipping options to you. Shipping rates are based on size, weight, cost of the crate and packaging materials. Artwork shipped outside of Canada may be subject to additional fees such as, duties, brokerage, taxes or tariffs that are imposed by the carrier.  Any additional fees are NOT included in the purchase price and are the responsibility of the purchaser. Standard shipping rates do not include any insurance beyond a minimal amount. Additional insurance is the responsibility of the purchaser. Once you have selected your preferred shipping method we will work together to make arrangements for payment.

Please allow up to 14 days to ship an original artwork (crate may have to be built). I’ll sent you an email with tracking information when your order ships.

Return Policy?

PRINTS: All print sales are final they are made to order specifically for you. In the unlikely event there is a problem with the print quality, my print partner does have a guarantee. Please reach out to me as soon as possible and we will work together for a reprint.

ORIGINALS: I understand that extenuating circumstances may arise and will work with you to find the best solution. Should there be an issue, please reach out to me as soon as possible.

Copyright?

It is important to understand that as the creator of the work that I retain all rights to all artwork I create. This includes the image of sold and commissioned original paintings.

This means that as the artist I retain the right to reproduce any artwork in any form unless the collector has purchased the full or partial rights to the artwork (in addition to purchasing the original). To discuss this purchasing option contact me.  As a collector or purchaser of my painting you may not reproduce the artwork in any way without written permission. The Artwork, before or after a sale, may not be photographed, sketched, painted, added in part or in whole to any other artwork, or reproduced in any manner whatsoever without the express written consent of the Artist.

Anyone interested in using an image or copy of my artwork is required to obtain written permission from me prior to moving forward.

Giclee Reproductions?

Giclees are printed using water based inks and are available on three non toxic high quality materials and may be printed on either flat or stretched canvas or on specialty papers.

I offer prints of only a select few paintings. My original paintings have been photographed to ensure reproduction accuracy is high quality and as close to the original as possible.

Visit my Print Shop HERE

You may also request a print of a painting you love – I require a few days to be able to provide a quote for you. Special requests may take up to three weeks for fulfillment.

Images may be slight cropping from the edges of the original image to fit certain standard sizes for more convenient framing options.