A one-of-a-kind 48x36 oil painting created as an heirloom portrait of your lake house.
This is the most personal commission I offer. Rather than relying only on photos, I come to the location to make artistic studies in person and spend time understanding what makes the place feel special to you.
Each oil commission includes a 30-minute photo call or meeting so we can talk through the property, the feeling you want the painting to hold, and the details that matter most. This allows the final painting to be built around more than just the image itself.
Built slowly in layered oil paint by hand, the finished work has depth, richness, and a lasting sense of place that makes it the highest-level offering in the collection.
Oil is a carefully planned traditional process, so the painting is developed intentionally from the start rather than revised after the fact. Along the way, I will share progress updates as the layers develop so you can follow the painting as it comes to life.
At this time, oil commissions are available for homes in the Southeastern U.S. and Appalachian region, where I am able to travel for in-person studies.
Please allow at least 90 days for completion. Because oil takes time to build and cure properly, some pieces may take longer depending on season, travel, and studio schedule.
These paintings are not framed. Delivery is arranged based on location, with hand delivery when possible and careful shipping when needed.
This piece is best suited for legacy homes, milestone gifts, family compounds, anniversaries, retirements, and clients who want a substantial original work created to live with for years to come.
Photo submission / ordering note
After placing your order, please send your photo to studio@lakehouseportraits.com if you have not already uploaded it on the site. If it is easier, you can also return to lakehouseportraits.com/begin at any time and submit the form there instead.
Please include your order name so your submission can be matched to your commission.
You do not need to have perfect photos for an oil commission. Reference images are helpful, but the process also includes in-person studies and conversations about the property itself.