With more than 125 commissioned pieces of art since 2018

Commissioning a piece of art is a unique experience that offers you the freedom to collaborate with me to create your vision. It gives you the opportunity to own a one-of-a-kind, personalized work of art that will stay with you forever. Watercolour or Oil the choice is yours!

Two people walking on a wooden stairway leading to a beach, overlooking the ocean with gentle waves, under a cloudy sky. Autumn foliage borders the scene.
Child collecting shells in a rocky tidal pool on a beach.
Sandy beach with dunes and sea oats, a wooden pier in the distance, and a partly cloudy blue sky.
Watercolor painting of a beach scene with two figures on a wooden staircase leading down to the shore. The ocean stretches out under a partly cloudy sky, with waves gently lapping at the sandy beach. Vegetation flanks the pathway.
Watercolor painting of a person crouching on rocky shoreline with sea and islands in the background.
Oil painting of a sandy beach with dunes, grassy areas, and a blue sky with clouds.

Clients photos on left, their finished pieces on right.

  • Step 1. Start the conversation - Fill out the form below so I can gather information about the size, colours and aspirations for your painting. I’m happy to create a commission based on the subjects of still life, landscape or architecture. Not entirely sure what you want? Fill out as much as you can, and let’s discuss!

  • Step 2. Quote - Based on the information I gather from you, I’ll send you a quote for the price.  I like to offer a few options so you can choose what works best for your budget.

  • Step 3. Investment and payment - I request a 50% non-refundable deposit upfront and the remaining 50% upon approval and prior to shipping the completed painting.  Shipping is not included and can be quoted if and when it applies.  Custom painting requires collaboration and a deeper investment in time and energy.  Therefore, pricing reflects the additional attention that’s required to create something unique for you, that you feel connected to and cherish.

  • Step 4. Artistic Process -   Part of my process is to enhance elements within the painting, especially colour!  For the most part, I stay true to the photo reference, however, artistic license and creativity are what brings the photo to life and makes your painting truly one of a kind!

      Alternatively, some people have a photograph ready for me to paint.  Whichever photo you choose would be the one I will paint for you.

  • Due to the nature of watercolour or oil painting, modifications are not feasible after the paint has been applied.  If you’d like to see the painting unfold through the process, I’m happy to update you with process photos.

    A final image of the painting will be sent to you upon completion.  Completion time is usually 10 - 12 days after the initial deposit is received.

Watercolor painting of a beach scene with two people walking on the sand, surrounded by dunes and grasses, under a partly cloudy sky.

Commissioned art is one of a kind

Impressionist painting of a landscape with autumn trees and a water reflection
Impressionist painting of a landscape with a tree, small wooden bridge, and stream. The scene is depicted with vibrant colors and textured brushstrokes, creating a sense of movement and light.

Contact Darcy

Let me create something beautiful for you.

lakegirlstudiosart@gmail.com

or text 320-249-3451