Commissions

Turning your special memories into pieces of original art you can keep forever

A personalized & individual art piece

Commissioned paintings are the perfect way to combine precious moments and loved ones with a unique piece of artwork. I've been working with clients all over Australia and from the USA to Singapore, turning their special memories and ideas into unique pieces of art that they can treasure for a lifetime.

Commission Artworks

I can produce a personalized and individual art piece for your favourite...

Family Portraits

A single subject or an entire family. A commissioned family portrait is an elegant and unique addition to any home.

Pets

Life-like or stylized. Posed or at play. This is the perfect way to capture a moment in time of your precious pet to last a lifetime.

Landscapes

Do you have a favourite place that fills you with warmth and inspiration -- or is just special to you? Capture that feeling in a unique piece of art.

Your Idea or Design

A cover image for your music album. A wall mural. Your favourite building. Turn any idea or design you want into a personalized art piece.

“Commissions are all about an artist and a client working together to bring a vision to life. One of my favourite parts of the commision process is learning about the story behind your piece.”

Rachel Grove

How Does it Work?

Step 1

Selecting your Image & Surface

Got the perfect idea for your commission? Great! let's chat about which surface is going to suit you best. Not quite sure about your idea yet? No worries! We can discuss different compositions and options. Generally, I work from photo references that you provide. The best photographs for commissions are clear and crisp and are unedited (i.e. without any filters). But don't worry if the only photos you have are low quality, we can still make something work!

Step 2

Mock-up and Deposit

I will send you a mock-up of your piece for your review. Once you are happy with the mock-up you will receive an invoice for a 25% deposit. Once the deposit is paid, I can start painting!

Step 3

Painting

I love to share the painting process on social media. I will ask if you are comfortable with this, and if so I will post regular updates so that you can see your piece come together!

Step 4

Drying and Varnishing

Because I work in oils pieces can take several weeks to fully cure. Once varnished your piece will be ready to ship.

Step 5

Shipping

Once the piece is finished, I will send you a photo for your review. You can let me know if you'd like any changes before I varnish the piece. Once you approve the piece, I will send you an invoice for the balance of the piece. Once the balance is paid, your piece will be packaged with lots of love and shipped to you!

Commissioned portrait of Rachel. Bright colours and realism. Pet portrait.

Portrait of a Saint Bernard or Bernese Mount Dog. Commissioned colourful oil painting by Rachel Grove.

Portrait of a Rottweiler dog. Commissioned colourful oil painting by Rachel Grove.

Portrait of a dog. Commissioned colourful oil painting by Rachel Grove.

Realistic oil painting of a mother and baby orca swimming in the blue ocean.

Pet portrait of a Golden Retriever Dog. Commissioned colourful oil painting by Rachel Grove.

Pet portrait of a terrier dog. Commissioned colourful oil painting by Rachel Grove.

Family portrait of a father and his daughter. Commissioned colourful oil painting by Rachel Grove.

Pet portrait of a Shepherd dog. Commissioned colourful oil painting by Rachel Grove.

Commissioned portrait of a young woman. Dramatic lighting. Commissioned colourful realistic oil painting by Rachel Grove.

Commissioned portrait of a young woman. and her mother. Dramatic lighting. Commissioned colourful realistic oil painting by Rachel Grove.

The Surface

The price of a commission is based on your photo reference and the surface you would like the piece painted on.

Canvas Paper

The most affordable painting surface. Canvas paper has the benefit of being easy to frame.

Canvas Panel

A classic and affordable painting surface. A canvas panel is a backing board wrapped with a canvas sheet.

Thin Edge Wood Panel

A cost effective alternative to the thick edge wood panel. The thin edge panel is lighter and shallower, and is also read to hang with or without a frame.

Thick Edge Wood Panel

One of the most popular painting surfaces. these pieces are ready to hang with or without a frame.

Commission Spotlight

Diane and Fenton's Story

I met Rachel Grove at the Williamstown Craft Market. I purchased one of her prints, a beautiful colourful cockatoo I loved her use and eye for vibrant colour.

I then thought a commission done by her of a very much loved 8-year-old Bernese Mountain dog named Fenton owned by my daughter would be a very much loved Christmas present. We had our first meeting over lunch to discuss the commission and was delighted to have the conversation as to the personality of her subject.

The painting was completed and was just gorgeous but unfortunately there was the misfortune in that within half hour of delivery the artwork was stolen from the delivery point.

After getting over the shock of something like that happening Rachel did not hesitate to offer to do another painting of Fenton. Fenton is now very happily in the hands of a very pleased daughter. Rachel is a very talented and personable young lady and have recommended her without hesitation to family and friends for other commissions.

I wish Rachel all the best and may she continue to bring much joy via her gifted artistic talents.

Diane Fenton

My Clients Say...

"I commissioned Rachel to make a portrait for my best friend's birthday. Not only was she an absolute pleasure but she made the entire process so smooth and collaborative."

Alice Osornprasoph, Melbourne