Commission a Painting

Would you like a one of a kind, original portrait? Buying a commission is a time-honored gift for any occasion. Marlon Tobias desires to educate about and expand access to art for clients and the community.

Marlon Tobias offers 3 sizes and two media (gouache and oil and canvas) to choose from for your commissioned artwork:

  • Gouache from picture (pronounced “gwash” - is an opaque watercolor, a type of watermedia.

    • 8”x 8” gouache painting is $150 (1 person maximum in painting) (standard framing included)

    • 11” x 14 gouache painting is $300 (maximum 2 person maximum in painting) (standard framing included)

    • 16”x 24” gouache painting $450 (maximum 3 person maximum in painting) (standard framing included)

  • Acrylic on Canvas from picture

    • 18" x 24" painting is $675 (maximum 2 people in painting) (frame not included)

    • 24" x 30" painting is $800 (maximum 5 people in painting) (frame not included)

    • 30” x 40” painting is $1250 (6+ people in painting) (frame not included)

  • For works that combine elements from multiple pictures or include additional conceptual elements:

    • A $30/hour consulting fee is added to cover agreeing on the appropriate concept (maximum of 5 hours)

How to place an order:

  1. Contact Marlon Tobias via email or the from provided below to schedule a virtual, in person or phone consultation.

  2. A non-refundable deposit of 25% is required to confirm a commission.

  3. Paintings are from photos provided by you the client. Provide 3 – 5 photos to choose from.

  4. Photos should be large and clear to see detailed features.

  5. After deposit is received, an estimated date of completion will be determined

  6. A "work in progress" set of photos will be shared with you (the client) after which, the second payment will be requested.

  7. Final payment requested upon shipment.

  8. Business transactions are on-line by way of PayPal, CashApp, or Venmo.