Commission a painting
Interested in commissioning me to create an original painting in my style? Get in touch at [email protected] or fill out the commission enquiry form.
From a special city for you and your significant other, to a flower that holds a special place in your heart, I specialise in creating customised original paintings that speak directly to you.
Interested in commissioning me to create an original painting in my style? Get in touch at [email protected] or fill out the commission enquiry form.
“I’d love to create a custom painting that speaks directly to you”
Malti B Lee
Keep reading below to learn about timelines, the process, and indicative prices.
Timelines
The commission process can take anywhere between 2 weeks to 3 months from enquiry to delivery. Timelines will depending on my availability and scheduling, size of painting and specifications of the request.
Process milestones
1. Enquiry
Express your interest in a commission by reaching out to me directly:
- Fill out the commission enquiry form, or
- Email me at [email protected]
Once I receive your enquiry, I reach out by email to arrange a visit to see your space and/or a call to discuss the details of what you’re looking for.
2. Initial consultation
During the consultation, I ask you a series of questions to understand what you’d like from your tailored painting. We discuss:
- Anticipated size, orientation and location of the painting
- Specific subject matter you’d like represented, e.g., a specific city or flower, and the story behind it
- Colour palette preferences
- Any framing requirements
- Other Malti B Lee originals that you particularly like and why – typically used as inspiration for the commission
- Indicative timelines and prices
I like to do consultations in person if you are local, or over a video call in order to see the space you anticipate hanging your customised artwork. This way, I may be able to offer recommendations on the size or colour pallet, though these are entirely at your discretion.
Following the consultation, I share anticipated timelines and a price quote.
At this stage, if you would like to proceed with the commission, I require a 50% deposit to secure my time and materials paid through a link shared via email. The deposit is refundable at any point before the start date, and can be cancelled by either party.
3. Mock-up approval
Based on your inputs, I create a small-scale, indicative mock-up of the commissioned piece for your approval. Alignment of this mock-up is a critical step that helps me ensure that we are on the same page and that you will be happy with the final artwork.
Note: The mock-up will be indicative only, and will not be a full-scale version of the final artwork. You have the right to waive this requirement.
4. Final approval & delivery
Based on your initial inputs and the mock-up, I commence painting your commissioned artwork. Once finished, I photograph the work for your approval.
Upon approval, the remaining amount is due and shipping/delivery is scheduled.
Indicative pricing list
Size (inches) | Starting price ($USD) |
---|---|
8 x 10 inches (min) | 320 |
16 x 20 inches | 1,250 |
18 x 24 inches | 1,620 |
24 x 30 inches | 2,700 |
30 x 40 inches | 4,200 |
36 x 48 inches | 6,000 |
40 x 60 inches | 7,200 |
48 x 60 inches | 9,000 |
60 x 72 inches (max) | 13,000 |
Indicative pricing list for commissions. Includes free domestic shipping in US. Excludes taxes & international shipping. International shipping costs will be provided with commission quote following initial consultation
Note: If you are looking for a commission lager than 60 x 72 inches, I will create a diptych or triptych.
Commission Enquiry Form
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