How does a custom painting commission work?

You can order a custom painting by browsing our Custom Paintings Based on Your Photos and choosing the item that suits you.

  1. Choose your size and place your order.
  2. Send your photo directly via chat — just click the button in the bottom right corner of your screen. You can attach your reference photo and describe your vision right there.
  3. Artist Iryna Stakhiv paints your piece within 5–10 business days.
  4. We send you a photo for approval — and will make revisions until you are completely happy.
  5. Once approved, the oil painting dries for 2 weeks and is then carefully packed and shipped.

Payment options: you can pay in full upfront, or start with a 20% deposit — the remaining balance is due only after you approve the finished painting. To use the deposit option, please contact us before placing your order.

To create a painting that truly captures your vision, we need either a good quality photo — clear, well-lit, and with enough detail — or a very detailed description of what you would like to see in the painting. If your photo is not ideal or needs some clarification, we will contact you to discuss the details before we begin.

What are the production and shipping times?

In-stock items ship within 1–3 business days. If you are purchasing the item shown in the photos — that is exactly what you will receive.

If an item is made-to-order, this is always noted in the product description.

Timeframes for made-to-order items and custom commissions:

  • Oil paintings — production 3–10 days (exact timeframe specified in the product description). Oil paint takes up to 2 weeks to dry — we ship as soon as it is fully dry.
  • Acrylic paintings — production 3–9 days (exact timeframe specified in the product description), ships 2–3 days after completion.

Do you ship worldwide? Do I receive a tracking number?

Yes, we ship worldwide. Once your order has been shipped, you will receive an email with your tracking number. We also monitor every shipment on our end until successful delivery.

How is shipping handled?

We ship worldwide from our studio in Ukraine. Standard delivery is handled via Ukrposhta. For faster delivery, express shipping (3–8 business days worldwide) is available through DHL or other premium courier services for an additional fee. If you prefer express shipping, please contact us to receive a custom quote.

Why we trust Ukrposhta: It is a highly reliable postal operator. In 2025, Ukrposhta was named one of the TOP-3 fastest-developing postal operators in the world (Rising Star award by UPU) and ranked 1st in Europe for international delivery quality.

You can check the official Ukrposhta Transit Time Statistics to see the average time from package acceptance to arrival in your country.

Please note: Actual delivery times may vary due to postal volumes and peak holiday seasons.

For our standard delivery timeframes, please see our Shipping Policy.

What if I'm not happy with my purchase?

Your satisfaction is our priority. If for any reason you are not satisfied with your purchase, please contact us. We have a 14-day return policy, which means you have 14 days after receiving your item to request a return.

For full details on returns and refunds, please see our Returns & Exchanges

What payment methods do you accept, and are they secure?

We accept all major credit and debit cards (including Visa, Mastercard, and American Express), as well as Apple Pay and Google Pay.

To ensure maximum safety, all transactions are processed through PayPal and Stripe, the world’s leading payment gateways. All payments are handled entirely on their secure servers using advanced encryption. This means we never see, access, or store your credit card or billing details, allowing you to shop with absolute peace of mind.

Have a question?

Feel free to reach out via chat  just click the chat button in the bottom right corner of your screen to start a conversation with us instantly. We'll get back to you within 1 business day.