Commissioning a painting
A painting isn’t just a pretty picture on the wall; the artist’s signature touch and atmosphere give it a unique personality. Moreover, a painting is full of meaning: it can tell a story with veiled symbolism, transport you to another place, or capture the soul of a person.
Since my participation in the television program ‘Sterren op het Doek’, I’m accepting commissioned paintings. Interested? Great! Feel free to contact me so we can discuss your wishes and the possibilities.
Here are a few things to consider:
- What is the subject? My work ranges from portraits/figures to landscapes and (trompe l’oeil) still lifes. Consider if the subject has a specific meaning that I can take into account.
- What kind of painting style do you prefer: very fine and realistic or a looser touch?
- What is the desired size? A combination of several very small paintings can also be really nice in certain cases.
- Consider where the painting will be placed; this affects the other choices to be made.
Once the idea is clear, I’ll start working with reference photos. Depending on the subject, you can provide photos or have me take them for you. I’ll then use these to create a digital composition that incorporates the colors and overall atmosphere. This gives you a clear idea of what to expect from the final painting, and hopefully, you’ll be thrilled already! After approval, I can give you an estimate of when the work will be completed. Depending on the size and complexity, this will take several weeks or months.
The cost of a commissioned painting is determined by the size and complexity of the subject. Below are some starting prices, based on a single-person portrait/figure with a plain background / landscape / still life. If you would like me to paint multiple people, very fine details, or a combination of subjects, the price will be higher.
Size with price (incl. VAT)
10 x 10 cm: from €360
30 x 40 cm: from €1260
50 x 70 cm: from €2280
60 x 100 cm: from €3200
90 x 120 cm: from €4200
These are just a few sample sizes. Please contact me for a customized price estimate.