Commission a custom oil painting.
A portrait, a pet, a family, a cherished place — painted by hand in oil, and made to last for generations.
A commissioned painting is more than a photograph recreated on canvas. It is a personal work of art created with attention, observation, and feeling.
Lisa works closely with each client to create meaningful portraits, pet portraits, family paintings, cityscapes, and special pieces — artwork that can be cherished for generations.
Commission Types
Portrait Commissions
Individual portraits, family portraits, children, and loved ones — painted from life or from your photographs.
Pet Portraits
Dogs, cats, horses, and beloved animals, captured with warmth and true personality.
Home & Cityscape Paintings
Chicago homes, neighborhood scenes, and meaningful places that hold a memory.
Memorial Paintings
Tasteful, emotional paintings honoring a person or pet who is deeply missed.
Gift Commissions
Anniversaries, weddings, birthdays, retirements, and other family milestones.
Special Pieces
Something entirely your own — Lisa loves a meaningful, one-of-a-kind idea.
How a Commission Works
Simple, personal, and guided from first idea to finished painting.
Share Your Idea
Send Lisa your photo, concept, size preference, and timing.
Choose Size & Direction
Lisa helps guide the painting’s size, composition, and overall feel.
Painting Begins
The artwork is created by hand in oil, with care and attention to detail.
Review & Delivery
You receive a finished piece ready to enjoy, frame, gift, or preserve.
- ✓ 100% hand-painted oil on canvas
- ✓ Painting time as short as 7 days
- ✓ Photo of your painting before shipping
- ✓ Limited free revisions
Start a Commission Request
Tell Lisa about the painting you have in mind. She’ll be in touch personally to talk it through.
Have a painting in mind?
Every commission begins with a simple conversation. Lisa would love to hear your idea.