Considering commissioning an original artwork
A painting that is truly unique & personal to you or as a very special gift?
Having been a professional artist for a long time, i have a wealth of experience, and have met some brilliant people along the way
I have completed commissioned paintings and various art related projects for a huge variety of clients
From murals, installations and paintings commissioned by global companies such as Wholefoods Market to Glasgow City Council and Skypark
- Hotels, interior designers, bars and restaurants requiring unique and contemporary paintings and prints for various rooms and spaces
- Couples having their favourite view painted as a reminder of their proposal somewhere awesome
- Friends and relatives commissioning a painting as a wedding gift
- Climbers, campers, hill walkers, boarders, skiers and other mountain lovers getting their all time favourite Munro or Scottish place transformed into a painting on canvas
- Crofts, houses, cottages company head offices and other buildings, although i swear i cant paint another slate tile again after the VW Camper Van one
Taught kids my idea of painting and art with community arts projects all over Scotland
I have survived painting schools and community centres for fun with crazed kids and teachers
worked to serious deadlines and specifications for huge companies
and emerged unscathed with a massive smile
All have been an utter blast and many new friendships have been made all over the place
I am always happy to take on commissioned work if i am confident in the meeting a completion date if requested
Please contact me for more specific information if i haven't covered any of your questions in the guide below
Meeting in person is always the ideal way to figure out the plan, but if that’s not possible, a wee chat on the phone or email is all good too
I will get straight to the point about cost, and do not get the fear
I really do get it and know that this is not a ‘normal’ thing to do
I totally DO NOT expect people to be familiar with costs involved and the way commissioning works
The cost of a commissioned painting will roughly depend on factors such as size, materials required & the subject matter involved (and my current altitude of my bill mountain)
I can also visit a location to take photographs within a reasonable distance from Glasgow if i have time
Although i usually already have suitable photographs myself or know the area already in my tiny brain
Once i have an idea of your budget and subject matter for the painting i will offer you a choice of sizes and formats including bespoke framing if required.
We can discuss colours and style of painting by you giving me examples of previous paintings you like elements of.
Anything is possible as i can work in many different materials from oil and acrylic to spray paint, i love a challenge 🙂
If you would like a reference or feedback from any of my clients just ask.
I have completed and supplied work for private clients who will be happy to reassure you.
Including folk like us to hotels, bars, restaurants, schools, gyms, offices, corporations (if i like them)
and other companies across the world
To get in touch for a chat or arrange a meet up, just contact me here
These or anything else on the website should give you an idea of what is possible
Some examples of previously commissioned paintings are below
VW Camper Van – A Commissioned abstract Painting of a clients house and latest camper van refurbishment
Commissioned painting of a croft cottage on South Uist. An island in Scotland’s Hebrides
Painted as a commissioned painting for a client’s family own this croft on The Isle of South Uist, Scotland, Hebrides.
Commissioned painting on double canvas of Loch Lomond, Scotland.
Commissioned painting on double canvas of Loch Lomond, Scotland. Painted with strong vibrant blues for a customer living in Amsterdam as a reminder of home
Acrylic paint, oil paint and spray paint on canvas
Cuillin Ridge Sunset from Elgol, Loch Scavaig, The Isle of Skye, Scotland
Commissioned spray paint mural for Whole Foods market, Giffnock, Glasgow, Scotland
Commissioned by The Company to paint large scale images on the 8 meter high loading area walls. Spray painted from ladders and completed in 2 days right on time for the flagship store opening day
Callanish Standing Stones, Isle of Lewis, Scotland
An original commissioned painting on canvas of Callanish Standing Stones, Isle of Lewis, Scotland
Original mixed media painting in acrylic paint,
spray paint, oil paint and acrylic ink on box canvas.
This painting was commissioned by a client who
was born and grown up on The Isle of lewis.
Having moved to Glasgow for work he wanted a large
painting for his living room which would remind
him of home
The graffiti style of painting and earthy natural colours
were the major factor in this painting.
The client gave me some examples of previous paintings
of the Hebrides he liked elements of.
Also referenced some of my other street art style paintings
on my other website www.underthekitchensink.com
Buachaille Etive Mor, Stob Dearg, Glen Etive, Glencoe, Scottish Highlands
View from The Ardanaiseig Hotel, Kilchrenan, Loch Awe, Scottish Highlands.
Painted as a wedding present for a couple being married at the hotel.
View towards The Ardanaiseig Hotel, Kilchrenan from Loch Awe, Scottish Highlands.
Commissioned painting of The Ardanaiseig Hotel, Kilchrenan, Loch Awe, Scottish Highlands.
Painted as a wedding present for a couple being married at the hotel
View towards The Ardanaiseig Hotel, Kilchrenan from Loch Awe, Scottish Highlands
Commissioned painting of of The Ardanaiseig Hotel, Kilchrenan, Loch Awe, Scottish Highlands.
Painted as a wedding present for a couple being married at the hotel
An original commissioned painting of Buachaille Etive Mor, Glencoe, Scottish Highlands.
An original commissioned painting of Benachie Sunset Across loch Of Skene, Aberdeenshire, Scotland.
An original commissioned painting of Pease bay, East Lothian, Scotland.
An original commissioned painting of Glencoe, Scotland.
