Are You Ready To Commission a Unique Painting?

Complete and submit the form below with your name, email address and details of what it is you would like me to paint for you.   I will then respond as quickly as I can and we can start the process from there. 

I can paint pets, animals, seascapes or landscapes.  Take a look at My Gallery to see the range and my style.  If you send me clear photographs of what you would like me to paint, we can discuss if this is possible.   

I use acrylic paint primarily, but can also add texture with paste or tissue if needed, eg the foreground of seascapes.  I also occasionally use metallic paint if needed.  To make my paint run smoother without loosing its viscosity, I use acrylic medium, and if I need the paint to remain wet longer, I will use acrylic retarder.  When the painting is complete, I spray a fine coat of quality matt varnish over it to protect the finished product.

I like to paint on mount board if the painting requires a very smooth texture and because it can be cut to any size.  Mount board will need a frame which can be sourced at an additional cost to the painting. 

I also paint on quality canvas.  I will prepare it with several layers of gesso, gently sand each layer until it has a smoother finish.  Canvas paintings are more expensive, but many people prefer it.  When the painting is complete, I will prepare it with hooks and wire on the back, so that it is ready to hang.  They can also have a frame if desired.  

From the photos you have given me, and from our discussions, I will make a sketch of the draft painting and send you a copy for approval before I start the painting.  

I usually need about 2 or 3 weeks, depending on the size and complexity, and whether I am already working on another painting at the time of your order.  It is best to give me at least a month to do the painting for you.  I will keep you updated on my progress during the painting process.

To own a "Sue's Fineart" commissioned painting - prices start from £180.00 for an A4 painting on mount board.  On canvas, they range from £200.00 for an A4 painting.  

An A3 size painting on mountboard would cost about £230.00 and on canvas could cost between £250.00 - £300.00, depending on the complexity of the design. 

I try to keep my prices affordable without compromising on the quality.  Happy customers are my prime aim.

Prices do not include framing, or postage and packaging.  

I will usually need a 20% deposit at the start of the order, but will only ask for the final payment once I have completed the painting and you are happy with it.  I will not send the original to you until the final payment has been cleared.

I use PayPal, bank transfer, or cash payments.  

No.  I will use the Royal Mail service and request for your painting to be signed for.  The price will depend on the weight, location and whether you want it sent by first class or second class delivery.  I will give you a rough estimate at the start of your order if you want it posted.  Of course, you could collect it from my house in Purbrook, Hampshire if you live closeby, or I could deliver it to you if you are within 6 miles of my location.

Framing is extra.  I can source a frame for you and will let you know the cost early on in the process, although they can cost between £15 upwards, depending on the size and type requested.  Paintings on mountboard will need a frame, but those painted on canvas can have the painting wrapped around the canvas, if you prefer it not to have a frame.  Some frames could be mounted as seen in the Hugo painting in my Gallery, or you could have a floating frame, which is much more expensive, but effective.