As a professional artist who has spent over a decade creating commissioned artwork for clients across the country, I'd like to pull back the curtain a bit and walk you through the process. By the end of this guide, you'll know exactly what to expect when commissioning a custom portrait painting—and hopefully feel excited rather than overwhelmed.

Learn more about my journey to becoming a professional artist.

I’m incredibly honored to share that ArtaBella Gallery is officially an A+ BBB Accredited Business! Honestly, this recognition means far more to me than simply adding a logo to my website footer. Because for me, this business has never just been about creating beautiful artwork- it's always been about creating trust between the art world and our patrons.