Commissions are a large part of my business, and I'd love to collaborate with you to create something truly special for your home. I work directly with clients as well as with interior designers, and can't wait to paint the perfect piece for your space. Thank you for considering taking this creative leap with me— I feel incredibly blessed to connect with people through my creative process.

Please email me at katie_sunray@yahoo.com to share your idea with me and reserve your spot.

FOR CUSTOM PORTRAITS, I will need the following information to get the process started:

  • NUMBER OF SUBJECTS: I base my pricing on size and number of subjects. Email me today for my 2024 portrait pricing.

  • ORIENTATION & SIZE: Decide where you would like the proposed painting to hang in your home. We can always discuss versatile sizes together if the painting is a gift for someone. Measure your space and have a general idea of what size you’ll want.

  • PHOTOS: I work very much from reference photos in my portrait work. I do not take the photos.Candid action shots taken with a smartphone are best — any image that really captures the subject - either in body stance and/or expression. My style works best when I work from photos which are not posed, or taken head on looking at directly the camera. 3/4 is better. (That’s a guideline not a rule…and I will start a file for you and go through your images, and let you know which I think would best translate into a painting).

  • ABSTRACTED BACKGROUNDS: One of my favorite parts of the portrait work is actually the abstracted backgrounds, and the energy play between the subject and the looser brushwork surrounding the subject itself. Backgrounds can be changed on request. For example, if you have a wonderful photo of your two children holding hands in a parking lot, but you would prefer the background to be a scenic beach…we can do that. If you want a non-abstracted background we can discuss that too!

    FOR CUSTOM ABSTRACTS/LANDSCAPES, I will need the following information to get the process started:

  • SIZE: The size you want, (if you aren't sure, I can superimpose a canvas size to scale on one of your walls. Just take a photo of your wall, (avoid taking it at an angle), and email it to me along with any pertinent measurements).

  • STYLE REFERENCE: A minimum of 3-4 images of my previous work (make note of the titles) that you like to reference as a starting point

  • PALETTE: Are there any colors you definitely want to include? Any colors you definitely do not want to include in the painting?

  • DECOR CONSIDERATIONS: Fabric swatches, paint chips and photos of the space are all helpful if available.

  • PHOTOS: I work from photos with landscape commissions. I would love to capture a memory of your favorite vacation spot, or favorite view on a certain hike. Landscape paintings make fabulous gifts if the place has special meaning to the recipient. Email me today to discuss a possible landscape commission.

Please note the following terms for my commissions:

  • A 50% installment payment is required to “book” the commission and get in my queue. The balance will be due upon completion and approval of the painting.

  • Shipping is handled in a separate transaction after the painting is paid for in full.

  • I will give you a timeline once I review your project. Turnaround time is typically 2 months, and I order my queue based on receipt of deposit.

Custom art is so satisfying. I am very thankful for my Collectors and the relationships and friendships that blossom from the commission process. I look forward to collaborating with you on something truly special!