Commissions
Commissions
Each commissioned painting starts with your story - a place, a season, or a memory that means something deeply to you. Through layered paint and expressive texture, I translate that feeling into a timeless piece that brings a sense of calm, reflection and hope into your space. Each piece is created as an heirloom - personal, enduring, and woven into your story.
The Commission Process
- Inquiry: Begin by completing the commission inquiry form, sharing your inspiration and preferred size.
- Size Selection & Deposit: Once the subject and size of your painting is confirmed, a 50% non-refundable deposit is required to secure your place on my commission schedule.
- Sketch & Direction The concept development is a collaborative and fun experience! We will discuss and agree on a composition for your painting inspired by your vision. Once a direction is approved, the final painting begins.
- Painting & Completion: Your painting is created in my studio with periodic updates if desired. When the piece is complete, the remaining balance is due.
- Delivery: Once finalized, your painting is carefully packaged and either shipped or personally delivered, depending on location.
Sizes, Investment & Timing
- Commissions are available in custom sizes, and scaled to suit the space they are created for.
- Pricing begins at $1000 CAD for the smallest size and increases with scale.
- The typical timeline is 2 to 3 months from the time your deposit is placed to completion.
Commission Samples
FAQ
I recommend using a measuring tape to decide on size. The general rule for artwork above furniture like a couch or bed is the artwork should be approximately 2/3 the length of the furniture. If you have any questions or would like my input to help determine the size of painting that best suits your space, please don't hesitate to reach out and send me pictures and measurements.
Every artwork is designed according to details and references you provide. For large/complex pieces or if you request it, you will receive progress pictures as I work on the painting to ensure we are on the same page. You will also always receive photos of the final painting, which must be approved by you prior to delivering the painting to you. At that point, we can make any minor adjustments you may want before your new painting is professionally packaged and shipped with the utmost care.
My work has a slight abstract modern impressionistic style that is textured, expressive and often bursting with color although I do work with neutral colors as well. Please familiarize yourself with my work – I do not paint portraits, pets or hyper realistic pieces that are a copy of a photo.
The subjects I am interested in painting include various types of landscapes (including mountains, seascapes, forests, deserts, cliffs etc), all types of flowers and semi-abstract work. For inspiration from my previous works, browse through my website, Instagram and Pinterest - these will give you a good idea of my style and the types of subjects I typically paint.
I work with high quality acrylics to create texture and I often add mixed media such as gold leaf, silver leaf, sparkles etc. for an extra touch of magic. The surfaces I paint on are ready to hang stretched canvas or birchwood and they do not require a frame although we can add a frame if you would like. All paintings are sealed with a varnish to protect the surface of the painting long term. A Certificate of Authenticity will be included with your purchase and the painting will be signed.
Depending on the waitlist, orders take about 2-3 months. Please be sure to contact me with adequate time in advance of the deadline you would like and let me know if there is a certain date it is required by.
I require a 50% deposit to begin the work and take the remaining 50% upon completing the project and receiving your full approval. Personalized payment plans are available by request.
Pricing is based on the size of the painting and the complexity/detail you are looking for (for example a detailed landscape painting is more complex than an abstract floral painting).
All quotes given for custom work are valid for only 30 days - if 30 days have passed without the deposit being received, a revised quote will be provided.
Nada Khatib, the artist, retains all rights to her artwork, including reproduction rights, unless explicitly agreed otherwise.
