The Gift of Art • Thoughtful • Timeless

I welcome a limited number of commissions throughout the year. Each piece is created intuitively and collaboratively, with care given to emotion, connection, and storytelling.

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The Process

Commissions begin with a relaxed conversation where we discuss your ideas, inspiration, preferred size, colour palette, and timescale.

From there, I create the artwork intuitively rather than following a fixed formula, allowing the piece to evolve naturally. Throughout the process, I provide updates and welcome your thoughts, ensuring the final painting feel personal and considered.

Once complete, your artwork will be carefully packaged and prepared for delivery to its final home.

Commissions Details

  • A deposit is required to confirm your commission and secure your place on my schedule

  • The deposit is deducted from the final price

  • Timescales vary depending on size and availability and will be discussed in advance

  • Pricing reflects the time, materials, and care given to each bespoke piece

  • Commission Pricing

    Reference-based commissions, including pet portraits, wildlife and meaningful landscapes, start from the following prices:

    Size — Unframed / Framed

    A4 — £195 / £250
    A3 — £265 / £325
    16 × 20 inches — £450 / £550
    20 × 24 inches — £650 / £800
    24 × 30 inches — £900 / £1,100
    30 × 40 inches — £1,350 / £1,600

    These are starting prices. Your final quote will be agreed before booking, taking into account the subject, level of detail and framing requirements. Additional subjects are quoted separately.

    Framed prices include a standard frame within an agreed allowance. Specialist framing and delivery are quoted separately.

    Bespoke Abstract Paintings

    For a painting inspired by your space, a favourite landscape or a personal colour palette, please get in touch. Each abstract commission is quoted individually according to its size, materials and scope, and created in my own intuitive, textured style.

If a commission needs to be postponed, deposits may be transferred to artwork or prints available on my website

Authenticity

Studio Notes

A recently completed commissioned portrait

Each original commissioned painting is accompanied by a signed Certificate of Authenticity

Occasional notes from the studio, early access to new work, and quiet first viewings.

If you would like to receive these, you’re welcome to email me at

Info@arlenepetersart.com with “Studio Notes” in the subject line.

Enquiries

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If you are interested in discussing a commission, please feel free to get in touch using the form below. I’m always happy to answer questions or talk things through - there is no obligation.

Tell me a little about the space or what drew you to my work.