Commissioning Artwork

Commissioning artwork is a lovely way to commemorate a special person, time or event.

Oleksandra can create an artwork on a theme of your choice or we can collaborate to discuss a theme.

Please keep in mind that these commissioned artworks take some time to both plan and execute, so please allow for this when commissioning a work. This can be discussed when you place your order.

Please email Oleksandra to make a commission enquiry.

* Please note that the artist retains the copyright for all artworks that are produced, including commissions. This means that it may be chosen to create prints from your commissioned artwork.

If this is something you are not comfortable with please let me know prior to starting your commission and we can agree on an exclusive price.

Contact Oleksandra About Her Work

Esteemed Art Commissions

Oleksandra has undertaken commissions by businesses and individuals for her watercolour botanical art and portraits.

Her distinctive style has led to commissions from authors, garden designers, hotels, sporting estates and other business clients who wish to display her works, in addition to many private commissions.

Commission Process

When commissioning a painting, you can choose between two approaches:

1. Painting from Your Photo
You can provide a high-quality photo for me to work from. This photo should be high-resolution, clear, and well-lit—avoiding overexposure, underexposure, or flash. If you already have a photo in mind, or would like advice on whether it’s suitable, please include it in your email.

 2. Painting from My Photos and Sketches
Alternatively, I can travel to your location to take my own photos and create reference sketches. Meeting the sitter in person allows me to capture their personality, discuss preferences, and explore creative ideas on-site. I recommend taking photos in a familiar and comfortable setting, such as your home, office, or garden, as this helps create a relaxed atmosphere that will shine through in the final painting. During the session, I may also do a few quick sketches to deepen my understanding of the subject and to establish rapport.

3. Choosing the Right Mood and Size
The size and style of the painting depend on several factors, and I’m happy to offer guidance on what would best suit your space. If you’re unsure about the ideal dimensions, style, or ambiance for your portrait, please include your thoughts in the email, and we can decide together.

 4. Payment and Pricing
Pricing varies depending on the subject, complexity, and size of the painting. For a detailed quote, please contact me via the contact page.

 A 50% deposit is required to begin the work, once we agree on the commission details.

The remaining 50% is due upon completion of the painting and approval, before any varnishing, framing, or shipping. Additional costs, such as shipping or framing, will also be invoiced at this time.

5. Timescale
Completion times range from 1 to 6 months for an unvarnished painting or 2 to 7 months if retouching varnish is applied. Larger or more complex pieces may require additional time.

If you would like a final varnish applied, this will extend the timeline, as oil paintings need to cure for 6 to 12 months before varnishing. Alternatively, you can opt to receive the painting unvarnished and arrange for varnishing later with a professional conservator or return it to my studio for this service.

 6. Framing
I can advise on framing options or arrange for a custom frame to be made for your painting. Alternatively, you can choose to have the painting delivered unframed and handle framing locally.

7.  Delivery
Depending on the size of the painting and your location, delivery can be handled in one of two ways:

Personal Delivery: 
I can deliver the painting to your home for the cost of travel expenses.

Shipping: 
The painting can be securely packed in a reinforced box or crate, with tracking and insurance included.

Let me know your preference, and we can coordinate the best method for delivery.

"Oleksandra’s works extend just beyond the mimetic, into an area of subtle expressiveness.

Nature is augmented and enhanced by human presence. They have feelings and the artist’s love of, and wonder at, the subject becomes apparent. The object becomes the subject and observation becomes transformation.”
Dr Giles Hansen Sutherland, Art Critic for The Times in Scotland.