Commissioning A Painting
Every custom painting begins with a story.
Whether itβs a beloved pet, a meaningful place, or a moment you never want to forget β art has a way of preserving what words canβt always express.
Amy Boardman is now accepting commissioned orders and would love to create a personalized painting just for you!
Are you considering having
a painting commissioned?
Commission Process
Commissioning a piece of original art is a deeply meaningful investmentβone crafted with intention, care, and professional quality. Each step reflects my commitment to excellence and faithfulness, honoring God in every creation.
Step One:
Purchase Your Commission
Pet Portraits:
Click this here: βOrder Your Soulful Pet Portraitβ to reserve your spot. Full payment is required before work begins. You will receive instructions for submitting reference photos. Please review the Pet Portrait Commission Guidelines for helpful tips.Custom Landscapes or Other Subjects:
Click this here: βEmail Details For Commissionβ to share your vision. This ensures weβre a great fit and finalize pricing before moving forward.
Each original painting includes a signed Certificate of Authenticity.
Step Two:
Share Your Vision
For Pet Portraits, landscapes, or other custom subjects (memories, photos combinations, etc):
Email me your vision (background details, subject combinations, or special requests).
Once details and pricing are confirmed, I will send a summary commission agreement outlining the scope, timeline, expectations, and revisions.
Full payment is required before work begins, serving as your digital acceptance of the contract terms. Pet portraits can be purchased directly through my shop on the website, while non-pet commissions or special requests will be sent a secure payment link once the details and pricing are confirmed.
Step Three:
Provide Photo References
Please email the following:
Full name, Address (including apartment/suite number), and contact info (phone number).
Desired size (e.g., 8βx10β)
Medium (watercolor or acrylic)
Choosing a medium means you have reviewed my gallery, are familiar with my artistic style in that medium, and would like your commission created in that style.
Clear, high-resolution reference photos (see Photo Guidelines below)
For pet portraits, visit βPet Portraits Commission Guidelinesβ for best practices. Low-quality or pixelated photos may limit details.
A Note from the Artist
I create artwork that reflects what is pure, honorable, and pleasing to God. I do not paint nudity, crude, or inappropriate scenes. If your project falls outside these values, I will respectfully decline and encourage you to connect with an artist whose style and values best aligns with your vision.
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Send at least 2 clear, high-resolution images.
Ensure you own and have permission to them.
Low-quality or pixelated photos may limit details in the artwork.
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Initial Draft/Sketch Approval:
Rough sketch / digital mockup sent for approval.
Major changes must be made at this stage.
Painting Stage:
Includes 1 major revision (if needed).
Up to 2 minor tweaks during progress updates.
Final Touches Stage:
Small finishing tweaks only.
Additional adjustments beyond this stage are paid revisions.
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Tweaks (Minor Adjustments):
Small changes that do not alter the main compositionβe.g., lightening a color, softening an edge, adding a highlight, slight detail adjustments.
2 rounds of tweaks included in the base price.
Revisions (Major Adjustments):
Significant changes to the original design (e.g., redoing a background, changing proportions, moving elements, repainting large sections).
1 major revision at the sketch stage.
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Minor Tweaks (15-30 minutes): $35 each.
Moderate revision (1-2 hours): $100-$150 each.
Major revision (redoing large sections): Start at 30% of the original commission price.
Complete concept change/redesign: $200+ or new commission agreement & billed full price.
All revision fees must be paid in full before shipment. Failure to pay will delay delivery, and payments are non-refundable once the artwork is complete.
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Small paintings: 3-7 business days.
Larger or more complex paintings: longer depending on detail.
Timely approval and photo submissions keeps the project running smoothly and on schedule.
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Shipped via USPS, UPS, and FedEx (U.S.A. only).
Tracking information is provided once your order has been dispatched, allow you to stay informed throughout the delivery.
While I package each piece carefully, delays due to weather, carriers issues, or strikes are beyond my control. Your tracking number will provide the most current updates.
Rushed shipping is available for an additional fee. Please confirm availability and cost before purchase, and I will provide a secured payment link.
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Size of the artwork
Level of detail & complexity
Number of subjects
Medium and materials (Archival paper, professional-grade paints, and acid-free matting)
Time spent on sketches, revisions, and communication
Shipping & Handling (Packaging, insured, tracking)
Project Management (Timely responses, contract, and updates)
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Before Work Begins: Cancel within 48 hours for a full refund (minus processing fees).
After Work Begins: Payments are non-refundable, as time, materials, and preparation have already been invested.
Artist Cancellation: While rare, if I am unable to complete your painting due to unforeseen circumstances, you will receive a full refund. Alternatively, you may choose to proceed with the commission despite any delays, understanding that payments become non-refundable once work resumes..
Final Sale Policy: All commissioned artwork are final. Because these pieces are personalized, unique, and they cannot be resold.
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I retain all copyright and reproduction rights.. This means I may use images of your commission (sketches, process, and final piece) for my portfolio, website, or promotional materials.
Commissioned artwork is for personal enjoyment and display only.
Commercial use or reproductions, or used commercially requires written permission.
Exclusive rights may be purchased additional fee.
Protected under the Visual Artists Rights Act (VARA) safeguards artists by allowing them to claim authorship and prevent any distortion, misuse, or removal of the artist signature of their work that could harm their reputation.
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Commissions are scheduled in the order they are received.
Waitlist to reserve the next available opening.
Waitlist may require a non-refundable deposit 25-50% of commission price to hold your spot.
Estimated start date provided as opening become available.
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Standard commissions completed in the orderreceived.
Rush Fee may incur 25-40% of commission price plus expedited shipping costs.
Availability is limited; confirm before purchase.
Explore Examples & Testimonials:
Browse my gallery to see past commissions and read testimonials from happy clients.
π Iβm honored to create something meaningful just for you! Ready to get started? Letβs bring your vision to life together!