Original Artwork · Made for You
Commission
a Painting
A painting made specifically for your space, your story, and the people who will live with it.
Commissions from $2,000 — corporate and institutional works to $50,000+. No obligation to inquire.
The Process
How a commission works —
from first conversation to finished painting.
Tell me about the space and what it means to you
Start by filling in the inquiry form below. Tell me where the painting will live, roughly how large a painting you would like as well as the size of the wall. Is there anything about what you’d want it to feel like — calm, energetic, contemplative. There are no wrong answers. The more you share, the better the painting will be.
A conversation — in person, by phone, or by email
I reply to every inquiry personally, usually within 48 hours. We’ll talk about your vision, look at examples from my work that might resonate, and establish the scope, size, and timeline. If we’re a good match, we move forward with a simple agreement and a 50% deposit to hold your place in the schedule.
I paint — and keep you in the loop
I work in oil or acrylic and mixed media on canvas or paper. Depending on size and complexity, most commissions take between 4 and 8 weeks. I share progress photographs at key stages so you can see the work evolving. Your input at these moments shapes the final piece.
Delivery and installation
Once the painting is complete and you’ve approved it, the remaining 50% is due. The work is then professionally photographed, packed (usually rolled in a sturdy tube), and shipped — or delivered in person when possible. I’m happy to assist with suggestions on installation and can provide a signed certificate of authenticity and provenance documentation. We both keep track of the artwork while it is in transit to you to make sure it arrives safely and undamaged. I have been working this way for over twenty years and have never lost or had a painting damaged in transit.
Selected Commissions
Work made for specific people,
places and moments.
Victory
International Olympic Committee · 53×128in · Digital Print · Tokyo, Japan
Athlete's Journey Tokyo
IOC — Thank You Tokyo · 60×60in · Mixed Media on Canvas · Now in the IOC Museum permanent collection, Lausanne
Handoff
LA28 Organizing Committee · 48×144in · Mixed Media on Canvas · Hollywood, California
Connecting the World
Equinix · 48×60in · Mixed Media on Canvas · Redwood City, California
A Spin Thru London
Cumberland Hotel · 48×144in · Mixed Media on Canvas · London, UK
Jones Day Shanghai HQ
Jones Day · 40×160in · Mixed Media on Canvas · Shanghai, China
Waterfall Portal 2
Private Commission · 5×8ft · Acrylic on Canvas · Scottsdale, Arizona
Alters
Four Seasons Resort Bali · 48×48in · Acrylic on Canvas · Commission for 35 paintings
Connection
First Gulf Bank · 60×60in · Mixed Media on Canvas · Singapore
Commissioned By
Olympic
- International Olympic Committee
- LA28 Organizing Committee
- US Olympic Committee
Hotels & Residences
- Four Seasons Resorts, Indonesia
- Banyan Tree Resorts, China & Maldives
- The Schoolhouse at Mutianyu, China
- Oberoi Resorts, Udaivilas, India
- Marina Mandarin Hotel, Singapore
- Shangri-La Resorts, Japan
- Thanyapura, Thailand
- Ho Bee Construction, Singapore
Banking & Finance
- First Gulf Bank, Singapore
- Deutsche Bank, Hong Kong
- Credit Suisse, Singapore
- Belgian Bank, Hong Kong
Law
- Jones Day, Shanghai
- Clifford Chance Wong, Singapore
- Dewey Ballantine, Hong Kong
Communications & Technology
- M1 Mobile Telephone, Singapore
- Iomega, Singapore
- Pinger, USA
- Nokia Telecommunications, Singapore
- ST Micro Electronics, Singapore
Corporate
- BHP Billiton, Australia & China
- Procter & Gamble Asia, Singapore
- Mercedes Benz, Singapore
- PepsiCo Foundation, New York
Plus private collectors across Asia, Europe, and the United States.
Common Questions
What people usually ask
before confirming a commission.
What does a commissioned painting cost?
Pricing depends on size, complexity, and timeline. Small works begin around $2,000. Large-scale canvas commissions for corporate or institutional spaces typically range from $10,000 to $50,000+. I'm happy to discuss a range that works for your project — there's no obligation in asking.
How long does it take?
Most commissions are completed within 4 to 8 weeks from the point we agree on scope and you place your 50% deposit. If you have a specific deadline — an anniversary, an opening, a move-in date — tell me early and I’ll let you know if it’s achievable.
Can I choose the subject or colors?
Absolutely. Many clients bring reference images, color swatches, or simply a feeling they want the painting to evoke. I work with you to understand what you're after, then bring my own interpretation to it — that collaboration between your vision and my artistic voice is what makes each commission unique.
What if I don't love the final painting?
This rarely happens when the conversation at the start is thorough — which is why I invest time in understanding your vision before I begin. Progress photographs give you visibility at key stages, and your feedback shapes the direction. The final balance is due only when you're satisfied with the completed work.
Do you ship internationally?
Yes. I have shipped commissioned works to clients across the United States, Europe, and Asia. Depending on the artwork, either I roll and package it myself in a sturdy tube or I engage a professional agent to crate it. Shipping artwork rolled in a tube is substantially easier and less expensive than crating and shipping stretched or framed artwork but I can do both. I use professional international couriers and insure the work for transit. Shipping costs are quoted at the time of your commission agreement.
Can a commission be given as a gift?
It's one of the most meaningful gifts imaginable. I work with the gift-giver confidentially and can time delivery for a birthday, anniversary, or other occasion. Gift certificates for a commission consultation are also available.
Start a Conversation
Tell me about the painting you have in mind.
Commissions range from $2,000 for smaller works to $50,000+ for large-scale corporate or institutional pieces. I reply personally within 48 hours — there's no obligation, just a conversation.
Questions first?
info@gregoryburns.com