Personal work

Commission a painting

A commissioned painting can capture a place, memory, view or idea in a way that is entirely personal.

The process

How a commission begins

Every project is discussed directly with John before any commitment is made.

  1. 01

    Initial conversation

    Describe the place, memory, view or subject you have in mind.

  2. 02

    Reference material

    Share suitable photographs and explain which details matter most to you.

  3. 03

    Scope and terms

    John can discuss size, presentation, timescale and cost before work begins.

  4. 04

    Painting and review

    The painting process and any appropriate review points are agreed directly.

What to provide

A useful starting brief

You do not need a formal specification. A clear subject, a few useful reference images and an indication of the feeling you want the painting to convey are enough to begin a conversation.

Specific terms, timescale and cost are confirmed personally. No fixed commission pricing or availability is implied on this website.

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Visual reference

Styles to explore

These are portfolio examples, not identified commission works. They can help explain the colour, subject or treatment that interests you.