Commissioned Paintings & Art

Elaine would love to create a piece of art just for your home. Please fill out the form below or email Elaine to get started.

Elaine Chong painting

Important Notes

Commissions start at $1,500 (unframed).

All deposits and payments made are non-refundable. If you choose to suspend the project at any time, all payments already made will be retained.

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Initial Consultation

After you inquire, we’ll schedule a consultation (phone or in person). It’s important that all decision-makers who will provide feedback are present, so I can gather a clear understanding of what matters most to each party.

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Proposal & Timeline

We’ll discuss your goals, preferences, and ideal completion date. The timeline typically takes 2–6 months, depending on how quickly decisions are made and the level of detail required.

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Deposit & Payment Schedule

If you’d like to move forward, here’s how the payment structure works:

25% deposit to secure your commission

50% of remaining balance due once initial sketches and color palette are approved

Final 25% due upon completion of the painting
(Framing is optional and will be added as an additional cost to the final balance)

Elaine Chong's painting on wall next to shelf with blue flowers

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Creation & Feedback

I’ll create sketches and present a color palette for your approval before beginning the final piece. Throughout the process, I’ll keep you updated and welcome feedback at key stages.

Elaine Chong standing and painting on canvas

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Completion & Delivery

Once your painting is complete and final payment is received, your artwork will be carefully prepared for delivery. If you’d like framing, we’ll arrange that at this stage.

Commission Inquiry

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