commissions

Every artist has their own commission process, so here’s where I’ll tell you all about mine. I love creating commissions. When I first began painting in earnest, I primarily used it as an outlet for my own processing, but once I began making paintings for others, I realized that showing people who they are, what they believe, or how they’ve experienced life and built relationships in color, texture, and movement is where my true passion lies.

We’ll start with a consultation, during which we’ll go over logistics – size, style, color, composition, timeline, and price. I like to discuss your design preferences, see where the artwork is going to be displayed, and what you might have in mind for framing and delivery/installation. More important than all that, though, is learning about you, and what you want your commission to say. Because I specialize in abstract portraiture, I want to get to know you in order to accurately evoke what it is that you’re trying to highlight in your piece. If you haven’t got a clue what that might be, don’t worry! Ultimately, that’s my job! When you see your piece for the first time, I want it to feel like the painting couldn’t possibly have been created for anyone else.

After the initial consultation, should you be ready to dive in, I’ll request a 25% deposit to cover the cost of materials and keep me caffeinated through the process of creating your painting. And then I’ll paint! I don’t typically do visual check-ins throughout the process because I like the reveal to be upon completion, and ideally, installation. Once it’s complete and ready for framing, I’ll check in to finalize framing, delivery, and installation, and the remaining 75% of the total project cost will be due.

This painting is my most prized possession. I have never been an art guy, but seeing my painting brought time to a complete halt. When I first saw it, I sat down on the floor and just stared, trying to drink every inch of it in. Looking at it felt, and still feels six years later, like looking in a mirror – but a mirror that reflects what’s beneath the surface rather than atop it. It’s a portrait of a version of myself that I didn’t think anyone ever actually saw. Few times in my life have I felt more seen than looking at my painting, and knowing that someone saw who I truly was, and was able to capture that on canvas, will forever fill me with awe.

— Ryan
When I reached out to Cat to discuss commissioning a piece, I had nothing in mind more than a color, a size, and a feeling. She patiently asked me questions, built a sense of who I was and what I was really looking for, and got to work. Based on the photos of her process that she showed me, I now realize how many iterations she went through to ensure the final product was exactly what I was looking for – it was exactly me – and I’m grateful that she gave both me and my painting such diligence and love.

— Clarke
‘Chasing The Light’ is the first piece of fine art I’ve ever purchased, and I couldn’t have asked for a more meaningful introduction to collecting. From the moment I commissioned the piece, I trusted Cat’s vision completely—and she delivered something beyond what I could have imagined. Seeing it unveiled for the first time was an emotional experience. She handled every detail with such care, including framing it to perfectly complement the accents in my home. Now, it lives in our entryway, welcoming me—and everyone who steps through the door. Every time I see it, I’m reminded that I’m home. It grounds me and sets the tone for the space I return to every day. It’s more than just art—it’s a feeling, a presence, an expression. I’m endlessly grateful, and I can’t wait to collect more of her work.

— Honey