I am currently accepting commissions through 2025.
Interested in commissioning a piece of original art? Read on for details!
Corporate/business inquiries: Please email me - sophie@sophietivona.com
Price: Original painting commissions start at $650 and up, depending on the size and complexity of the image. This includes a consultation email, preliminary sketch, and final unframed painting. Additional sketches will be charged $150 - 250/sketch. Wedding materials require at least 10 weeks and are charged an additional $125/hour for design work that includes text/graphic design.
Printing: I don’t offer printing but I am happy to refer you to one of my trusted partners. Add at least 2-4 weeks to accommodate printing services.
Style: I specialize in botanical and food illustration as well as some animals. I do not paint portraits of people. I occasionally do landscapes but prefer not to! :)
Time: Most commissions are completed in 4-5 weeks. Rush jobs will be charged an additional 25%. Please inquire below for my current availability.
Process: I paint and draw everything by hand, therefore edits to approved designs will incur additional fees. I work with every client to assure satisfaction before proceeding to the final painting. My paintings take 10+ hours and are done entirely in watercolor on 100% cotton Arches paper.
Communication: I provide up to 30 minutes (2-3 emails) of free consultation for commissions. Additional communication time will be billed at $95/hour for consulting. I will always work to make sure you’re happy with your project but past experiences have necessitated this potential charge - please think hard about size, composition, and the details before contacting me.
Deposit: A non-refundable deposit of 50% will be collected prior to the sketching phase.