People & Family Portraits
A lasting portrait of a person, child, couple, or family relationship, created from sittings in Florence or carefully selected photographs.
Portrait Commissions · Florence · Italy
Portrait Commissions in Florence, Italy
Commission a classical oil portrait of a person, family, companion animal, or meaningful place from my studio in Florence.
I guide every portrait commission from references, composition, and scale through painting, approval, framing, and delivery. Florence sittings and worldwide commissions from carefully selected photographs can be discussed.
Florence Portrait Artist
Classical Oil Portrait Commissions in Florence
Based in Florence, Italy, I create private portrait commissions that combine careful likeness, classical drawing, and a restrained oil-painting finish. The service is available to local clients and collectors abroad.
A commission may begin with a sitting in Florence or with a carefully selected group of reference photographs. I help determine the format, scale, composition, clothing, background, and presentation before painting begins.
For a closer look at the process, read the guide to commissioning a classical oil portrait in Florence, explore the selected commission portfolio, or begin with a private inquiry below.
Commission Options
Choose Your Commission
Pet & Companion Portraits
A classical portrait that preserves the expression and character of a beloved dog, cat, horse, or other companion animal.
Custom Paintings
A meaningful place, landscape, flower arrangement, or personal object translated into an original painting created for your home.
Selected Work
Selected Commission Work
Selected examples of the likeness, atmosphere, finish, and classical approach available through a private commission.
The Commission Process
A Guided Commission Process
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Private Consultation
Share the subject, intended setting, timing, and what you would like the finished painting to preserve.
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Proposal & Direction
I recommend the format, scale, composition, schedule, and presentation in a written proposal.
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Painting & Review
Once the proposal is confirmed, I begin the painting and share updates at the agreed stages.
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Completion & Delivery
After final approval, framing, payment, collection, and shipping arrangements are completed.
Commission Guides
Plan Your Portrait with Confidence
Begin with the complete portrait guide, then explore practical guidance on photographs, family composition, and companion portraits.
Complete Guide
How to Commission an Oil Portrait
The process from first idea and references through proposal, painting, framing, and delivery.
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Reference Guidance
Oil Portraits from Photographs
What makes a photograph useful for likeness, expression, lighting, and composition.
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Family Portraits
Plan a Family Portrait Commission
Consider the relationships, number of figures, setting, clothing, and intended display space.
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Companion Portraits
Plan a Pet Portrait Commission
Choose references and meaningful details that preserve your companion’s individual character.
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Commission With Confidence
Clear Terms Before Work Begins
Before painting begins, you receive a written proposal confirming the subject, size, composition, schedule, included review stage, framing, and delivery arrangements.
Portrait Commission Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Practical details for clients considering a portrait commission in Florence or from abroad.
Do I need to be in Florence to commission a portrait?
No. Florence-based sittings can be discussed, while clients elsewhere may commission a portrait using carefully selected photographs. The reference requirements are confirmed before the proposal is prepared.
What makes a strong reference photograph for an oil portrait?
The most useful references show the subject clearly, with sharp eyes, natural expression, and consistent light across the face. Several photographs may be reviewed together when they help clarify likeness, clothing, color, or character. I provide private guidance before the proposal is prepared.
How is a commission proposal prepared?
Each project is considered individually according to the subject, number of figures, scale, composition, complexity, framing, and delivery. These details are confirmed privately in the written proposal before work begins.
How long does a portrait commission take?
The schedule depends on the painting’s scale and complexity. Your written proposal confirms the expected painting period, review stage, final approval, and delivery arrangements before work begins.
Can the finished portrait be shipped outside Italy?
Worldwide inquiries are welcome. Packing, framing, insurance, collection, and shipping are discussed in the proposal and quoted separately. See the Shipping & Policies page for the current terms.
Begin Your Inquiry
Request a Private Consultation
Share the subject, intended setting, and what you would like the finished painting to preserve. I’ll recommend the appropriate scale, format, composition, and next steps.
Helpful details: subject, number of figures, intended setting, target date, and any references already available.
My studio: Florence, Italy. Sittings, framing, and shipping are confirmed in the written proposal. Read Shipping & Policies.
Email: huifineart@gmail.com