
Commission Work
Welcome
to Arbab Arts Commission Section —where memories are transformed into meaningful art. We’re honored to share our creative journey with you and bring your stories to life through expressive portraiture. Commission a personalized portrait in oil or Water Colour—a heartfelt gift for your loved ones or a timeless keepsake to cherish for years to come. Each portrait is crafted with care and emotion, capturing not just the likeness but the essence and character of the subject. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or preserving a meaningful memory, send your chosen photo to info@arbabarts.ca and let the artist transform it into a unique, expressive work of art that tells a story.

Commission Agreement & Terms


1. A 50% deposit is required before any work begins.
2. Remaining 50% is due upon completion before final delivery.
3. You must describe your request in detail to avoid misunderstandings.
4. No refunds once work has started.
5. Artists retain rights to display the work unless otherwise agreed.
6. The process (Time and Price) varies depending on the complexity of the commission e.g. techniques, details, size etc.
7. Please note: While the artist will closely follow the reference image, the final artwork will reflect his unique artistic style and expression. His work leans toward a stylized and expressive approach with approximately 70–85% likeness, rather than hyper-realism. His focus is on capturing the essence, mood, and character of the subject—not creating a photographic replica. If you’re looking for exact carbon copies, his style may not be the right fit.
8. Send your desired picture to info@arbabarts.ca
9. Artist has the right to refuse commission work for the following reasons:
• uncomfortable with the subject (e.g. violence, nudity, political content).
• Ethical or moral concerns, such as work that contradicts artist values or beliefs.
• Creative limitations, if the request doesn’t align with the artist style or artistic vision.
• Time constraints or scheduling conflicts.
• Budget disagreements, if the client’s offer that doesn’t meet the artist’s rates.

Pricing Estimate for Portraits (Oil/Watercolour)
Our standard pricing for regular portraits with not too much details in oil or Watercolour ranges from $1.50 to $2.50 CAD per square inch, and may increase up to $5 CAD depending on complexity, number of subjects, background details, and special requests.
For example, a regular oil portrait, size 16x20 inches (320 square inches) at the base rate of $1.50/in² would cost approximately as shown in below table:
