Commissions
I would love the opportunity to work with you on a commissioned portrait or painting of a special scene.
Whether you would like a portrait of a loved one or a painting of a special place: a family home, bach or other place with happy memories attached, I aim to create a personal and lasting heirloom that your family will treasure for generations to come.
All of my oil paintings are painted with high quality, lightfast pigments on the highest quality canvas. I am happy to arrange framing and/or shipping for you if required.
“We’ve been blown away by the portrait of Ella. It is absolutely stunning! We will treasure this forever” - Melissa & Doug Cowan, Auckland.
How it works
Initial consultation
We will meet or correspond by email to enable me to gain a clear understanding of your vision for the painting. At this time, the size, number of subjects and the elements you wish to include will be discussed, as well as the time frame for completion. I will discuss the different options with you and guide you with artistic decisions. I work from photographs, which must be of high-quality and can arrange to take suitable ones if required.
Deposit
Before I begin a commission, I require a deposit, usually this is 50% of the total. The full balance is due upon completion. Prices vary depending on the size and complexity of the subject. I will provide you with a quote beforehand.
Artwork creation
In the case of more complex painting, I can create a mock-up of the painting’s composition for your approval via email. I will continue to work closely with you in order to ensure your satisfaction. A commission can take from a few weeks to a few months to complete depending on its complexity and size and my other painting commitments and waiting list. I will send a digital photo to confirm the completion of the portrait and you are also welcome to view the painting in person at any stage by arrangement.
Please note that while the commissioned painting is yours on final payment, as the artist I retain copyright of the image. Making prints of any kind based on the painting is not permitted without my written permission.
Oil on canvas, 500 x 700
“Judith, I’m speechless. It’s beautiful, the love and tenderness from the photo have been captured perfectly.”
“I never believed it would look as beautiful as this. The ferns, the water, the baches, everything is stunning. I even got a bit teary just looking at the attached photo so I can’t imagine how much more moving the painting is in real life.”
“I was particularly impressed with Judith’s technique and her eye for detail. In this, she captured an aspect of my personality which I felt gave the portrait depth and meaning. Judith’s painting now has pride of place in my home and is a much-treasured work of art.”
“Judith was considered, proactive and thoughtful in guiding me throughout the portrait process. She helped direct which image to select then provided advice and choice around the most appropriate style and size.
I was extremely happy with the result. The portrait of Dad is the Dad I know and the essence of the moment is captured perfectly in oil.
Judith’s talent is really something and I would highly recommend her to anyone thinking of commissioning a portrait of a loved one.”
“I commissioned Judith to paint a portrait of our son as a surprise present for my partner’s birthday.
Judith worked with me to agree an approach to the picture that would work well for a seven year old child. She helped me take a suitable photo of him to base it on and the right frame.
When I saw what Judith had done I was blown away. She has captured our son’s personality in a different way to any photo. She has created something special that we will have for the rest of our lives and our son will one day have too.
I’ve already asked for portraits of our other two kids when they get to the same age.”