Do you accept commissions (custom painting orders)?
I do create custom orders for clients, depending on a few criteria;
I accept commissions depending on my availability over the next weeks or months. If you are considering to have a custom made piece, please check with me via artbydeniz@gmail.com, to confirm my next available timeline for working on your commission idea. Sometimes it can be a few months before I will be able to start a new order, due to other ongoing commitments or projects. If I am not able to provide a time estimate right now or not able to accept any commissions at this time, I will let you know upon your initial inquiry.
The minimum painting size for a commission is 30x30 inches. If one edge is 24 inch but the long edge is minimum 48, that is still ok and within the commission range. Most orders I get for commissions are generally large paintings in the range of 30x48 to 40x60 inches. Some have been longer like 30x72 or 40x72 inches as well.
I take a 30% deposit (of total price of painting) before I start the work.
Any painting I create will be using my current artistic style. Each painting will have unique marks, gestures, and shapes as I work in an intuitively abstract way. I cannot recreate another (previous painting). But I can use the same color palette and create a similar “feeling” of a previous painting. I will be using clues from you as to which paintings of mine you liked, and what you liked specifically about them, your interior space etc. to form my creative vision of the work. Any requirement from the client that is in conflict with my creative style and process will need to be declined.
Can you recreate a painting you did in the past?
See my answer above.
The quick answer is no. But I can use the same color palette and create a similar “feeling” of a previous painting.
This is provided that the past reference painting is still within my current creative style (creative processes and styles evolve over time and often it is hard for me to create something very similar to a painting I did 4 years ago as an example, and besides, it would not be fulfilling and joyful for me).
What if I am not fully happy with a painting I commissioned ?
I will share photos of the painting as I work on it and when it’s completed. If you do not fully love it, no problem. There is no obligation for you to buy it.
If there are little changes that can be further made on the piece to meet certain criteria I will do my best. But in some in cases I may determine that the painting is better left as is (in which case it will find another home later).
What that means is, I offer a zero risk policy with commissions, where you do not pay anything if you don’t like the painting (any deposit made will be fully refunded to you) — provided I have not yet shipped the painting. Once SHIPPED, commissioned pieces are FINAL.
What matters to me in the end is that all my clients absolutely love their art. I want my paintings to have their most loving homes!
What is the process to order a commissioned piece?
Step 1 - Inquiry for availability
First, please contact me to inquire about my availability. For this I also require to know the approximate size of art you are looking for and the city you are located in. If you are not sure yet about the size, you can describe it as medium or large, and square and rectangular for now. I will get back to you as soon as possible with my availability and possible timelines. If you do provide the art size, I will provide you the art cost and shipping fee as well. If you wish to share any color preferences at this time, please feel free to share.
Step 2 - Your requirement in detail
If you are ok with the tentative timelines I provided, we proceed to step 2, where I will require more details.
I will require from you:
Size of painting (if you haven’t previously. If you are not sure, please provide a couple of options. In the past I have worked out with some clients, what the best size would be based on some assessment of their space, photos, and measurements they look.
What colors you wish to have in the painting (you can be vague at first - I will guide if needed as we discuss the specifics of your space and the art)
Ideally, some photos of the space or room you wish to install the art, showing the wall colors and surrounding furniture items such as: sofa, or bed or dining table. Include if you have accessories that reflect your desired color palette in your interior (i.e. cushions, bedding, accessories etc). It is best if the photos are taken in bright daylight (and not in the evening as that distorts the colors).
Names (or links) or my artworks (current or past) that you liked specifically - please describe what aspect you liked in those artworks (color, shapes, feelings, lightness, darkness etc.). In case you have any aspects you see in some paintings that you would rather NOT have, please feel free to describe those too.
Describe what feelings or energy you want to have when you have the new piece of artwork in your space. You can tie it into the above if you like.
Step 3 Confirmation and agreement on all details
Once I received these details we will mutually confirm any of the criteria, style, colors etc. This may require a few days to allow for some contemplation, and me asking further questions to clarify your wishes. Once I have all aspects confirmed, I will send you an email outlining all the details and process we are agreeing on, including cost and target delivery timelines. This will form our mutual agreement for the work. At this time I will invoice you for a deposit of 30%. I send the invoice via PayPal (which can be paid via any credit card).
If you end up not loving the painting at the end, your deposit will be fully refundable as part of my zero risk commission policy.
Step 4 Creating the artwork
I will start working on your painting at the timeline we agreed earlier. As I get closer to completion, I will share photos with you. At that point you can provide your feedback and ask for things like “can we add a bit more of this colors”, or “can we have a little less of this color / or more space”. Upon this feedback I can refine the painting further and continue to complete it. I will send you photos again after the new changes to get your feedback.
Once you confirm you love the painting, I will let it all completely dry. The sides will be painted in white.
Step 5 Your full payment upon completion of art
I will send you the invoice via PayPal and you will submit your full payment for the painting + shipping.
Step 6 Preparing payment for shipment
Your painting will be prepared for shipment. Hanging hardware will be installed. The packaging will be prepared with high care for safety. For packaging methods please see the page Purchase & Shipping Terms.
Step 7 - Shipping your art
The shipping date will be confirmed with you before the actual booking. This is to make sure you will be available to receive it on the approximately planned delivery week (and not away for some time). Once I have your confirmation I will book she shipment with my shipping broker.
On the day the painting is picked up for shipment from us, we will send you an email with the tracking information. This will allow you to track your painting and estimated delivery date.
Step 8 - You receive the painting!
Now it’s time to transform your space and enjoy your new artwork!….
(and send me some photos with the art hanging please :)