A painting made for your space. Your story. Your walls.

Art Commissions for Public Spaces, Hospitality, and Private Homes

Private family commission by Sarah Helser installed in a private home, contemporary acrylic and mixed media with resin

If you’d like to inquire about a commission for a public space, hotel, restaurant, or private home, please submit your information below and a member of our team will be in touch.

Recent placements include The Hilton Club Liberty Place in Charleston, SC and The Fontaine in Kansas City, MO.

View placed work here.

Sarah’s 2026 commission calendar is full.

We are now accepting inquiries for 2027. If your project is time-sensitive, we maintain a short waitlist for urgent 2026 requests — reach out and we'll let you know if we can accommodate you.

A Note from Sarah

When I take on a commission, it’s exactly that—a co-piloted mission to create something meaningful together.

When I choose to be present in the process, your vision becomes a gift to me as well. Personal meaning can be found anywhere, at any time, if we are aware and choose to be present in the moment.

I hold each person’s vision as a sacred honor—a chance to make the unseen textures of their life’s journey visible for them.

Hospitality

Elegant hotel lobby featuring four blue armchairs arranged around a tufted gray ottoman, a white marble front desk with two lamps, a large peacock painting on a wood-paneled wall, tall windows with light curtains, and a patterned ceiling.
Interior of a modern restaurant with wooden tables, metal stools with wooden seats, booth seating, large photo of an elderly man on the wall, and large windows letting in natural light.
Modern hotel lobby with a large portrait painting of a woman's face, a mix of old and new furniture, and floor-to-ceiling windows showing a cityscape with trees.
Interior of a restaurant or cafe with a wooden ceiling, a large portrait of a person wearing glasses and a hooded garment on the back wall, and a counter area with kitchen staff in the background.

Portraits: Pets

A painting of a happy, alert Belgian Malinois dog surrounded by white flowers and colorful butterflies on a dark background.
Painting of a French Bulldog with a serious expression, standing on a blue background with pine branches and gold accents.
Small Cavalier King Charles Spaniel dog lying on a couch in front of a colorful patterned pillow and a painting of the same breed with background botanical elements.
Painting of two adorable dogs, one with dark curly fur and the other with light curly fur, surrounded by pink and beige flowers and colorful butterflies against a blue background.
A painting of a black and gray dog with one ear up, surrounded by pink roses and decorative sketches, on a textured background.

Portraits: Individuals & Family

A young boy with short light brown hair and brown eyes, wearing a light blue collared shirt, looking at the camera with a neutral expression, on a textured beige background with gold accents.
Portrait of a woman with dark hair, wearing an elaborate lace ruffled collar, against a textured dark brown background with gold leaves at the top right corner.
A portrait of a young woman with blonde hair, blue eyes, and a subtle smile, surrounded by large, colorful flowers on a textured dark background.
A portrait of a woman with blonde hair and blue eyes, wearing a patterned garment with floral design and a lace collar. There is a branch with flowers to her left, and the background features textured, weathered surface.
A painted portrait of a young woman with short blonde hair, wearing a black dress with a plunging neckline, holding her left hand to her neck and her right hand on her waist, against a wooden background with a flower on the right side.
A large family portrait painting in a formal dining room featuring four children and one adult. The people are sitting on a dark background with pink flowers and greenery. The painting is mounted on a cream-colored paneled wall, with ornate wall scon
Living room with beige sofa, two armchairs, a fireplace, wall art, and large window showing red trees outside.

  • Sarah works regularly on custom projects for hotels, restaurants, and public spaces. She understands the needs of the trade: precise color coordination, exact dimensions, firm timelines, and professional installation support.

    For project inquiries, portfolio access, and to discuss trade terms, please reach out directly.

  • Sarah works regularly with design professionals on residential and commercial projects. She understands the needs of the trade: precise color coordination, exact dimensions, firm timelines, and professional installation support.

    For project inquiries, portfolio access, and to discuss trade terms, please reach out directly.

  • 1. Consultation

    A conversation—in person at the studio, by phone, or video call—to discuss your vision, the space the work is intended for, and the feeling you want the painting to evoke. Sarah will ask about scale, color, imagery, and what this piece means to you.

    2. Concept and Proposal

    Sarah develops a concept and provides a written proposal including dimensions, estimated timeline, and pricing. A 50% deposit secures your place on the commission calendar.

    3. Creation

    Sarah works on your painting at her studio in Dilworth Artisan Station. You’ll receive progress updates with studio photos at key stages. Her layered process means each painting goes through multiple transformations—this is part of the magic.

    4. Reveal and Delivery

    When the work is complete, Sarah shares final images for your approval. The remaining 50% is due upon completion. The painting is professionally packaged and shipped, or you’re welcome to collect it from the studio in person.

  • Commission pricing is based on scale, complexity, and materials and reflects the additional time and conceptual development involved.

    Most commissions begin at $15,000 for mid-scale works and increase with size and detail.

    Large-scale statement pieces for significant architectural spaces are quoted individually.

    Sarah is happy to discuss vision and budget during the initial consultation.

  • To protect Sarah’s creative energy on her original works, a small number of commissions are accepted on a rolling basis.

    As of now, 2026 commissions are full. We are accepting inquiries for 2027 and can put you on the 2026 waitlist if your project is urgent.