Art created just for you
There's nothing quite like owning a unique piece of art that holds special meaning for you, and you alone. Perhaps you have a memory of a time or place you'd love to revisit, again and again — or a favourite season or landscape that inspires you.
Even a vision of somewhere you've never been but feels like it should be your spiritual home — original art makes that happen. Objects, colours, photographs — all of these and more may evoke scenes you've long treasured.
If you'd like to recapture their essence in a more tangible, perhaps larger-scale way, let's chat to see if a commission piece could be the way forward.
A range of styles, a range of media
Charcoal, pastel, acrylic, watercolour — I work in whatever medium suits your piece, not the other way round.
How a commission comes together
Followed here through one commission, an ancient oak, from first sighting to finished, framed piece.
STEP 1
The initial chat
We meet to talk through what you're looking for — where the piece will hang, the mood it should create, the media you'd like me to use, and any art that's inspired you along the way.
STEP 2
Gathering information
Photographs, sketches, and — if I'm working in colour — a palette that reflects our conversation. This is where the piece really starts to take shape.
STEP 3
Composition & ideas
I pull together ideas for the composition — sometimes three or four — and we decide together, often combining studies. Once the scale (and price) is set, a 40% non-refundable deposit secures the commission.
STEP 4
Bringing it to life
I keep you updated from the studio as the piece grows, with room for small adjustments along the way. Framing and installation can be arranged for an extra fee.
"My husband saw some of Sonia's art a few years ago. He decided to commission a piece of art for my 60th, and chose a particular oak tree that I have always loved, in one of our favourite places. It goes beautifully with another piece we commissioned Sonia to paint years ago of some silver birches. We absolutely love them both! Sonia makes memories come alive in her work and takes you on a journey to the place she has created with such skill, flair and love." - Trudie
“I absolutely love my painting, Sonia! It brings me such joy!” - Orla
Although landscapes are usually where I reach for charcoal and pastels, none of the landscape commissions I've completed since launching Sonia Scott-Job Art have used either... so far! My commission work isn't limited to landscapes, though — I've used pastels for portraiture too. I work across a variety of styles to suit my clients' tastes, as you can see above.
I can't wait to hear what you'd like me to create just for you.