Commissions
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.
Public commission from the City of San Ramon for the Art and Wind Festival
Private commission that features my client’s choice of landmark, flowers and colour theme
Private commission that features my client’s choice of landmark and flowers
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 price list (incl. free US shipping)
| Size (inches) | Starting price ($USD) |
|---|---|
| 8 x 10 inches (min) | 200 |
| 16 x 20 inches | 700 |
| 18 x 24 inches | 1,000 |
| 24 x 30 inches | 1,600 |
| 30 x 40 inches | 2,640 |
| 36 x 48 inches | 3,450 |
| 40 x 60 inches | 4,800 |
| 48 x 60 inches | 5,760 |
| 60 x 72 inches (max) | 8,640 |
Indicative pricing list for commissions. 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.
