Commission FAQ

The investment for a bespoke commission starts at $6,000 for a Head and Shoulders study. The final proposal for larger-scale portraits or complex fine art is determined by dimensions, the number of subjects, and the complexity of the narrative. Each project is a unique act of stewardship; please contact the studio for a proposal tailored to your private or institutional needs.

Yes. Joshua has extensive experience in creating vibrant, "living" commemorative portraits from archival photographs. He works closely with families and institutions to ensure the subject’s likeness and character are faithfully and artistically restored through 19th-century academic rigor.

Depending on the scale and current studio schedule, a museum-quality oil painting typically takes between 3 to 6 months to complete. This allows for necessary drying time between archival layers, ensuring the long-term structural integrity of the paint film.

An oil painting is a physical legacy. Unlike digital prints, these works possess depth, texture, and a luminous, gem-like quality achieved through traditional glazing. As a professional conservator, Joshua uses highest quality pigments and archival supports, ensuring the work remains a permanent record for centuries.

Joshua is a master frame builder and provides expert consultation on institutional placement. He can personally hand-craft a bespoke frame or coordinate historical reproductions to ensure the work harmonizes with its intended architectural setting.

Yes. For official and institutional commissions, Joshua often travels to conduct site consultations, photography sessions, and initial sittings, ensuring the lighting and environment best reflect the subject’s role and the intended living presence of the work.