Commission Price List
As a South African Artist, all the commission prices displayed on my website are calculated in South African Rands. You are very welcome to get in touch for a bespoke quotation. Alternatively, for drawing and painting prices; click on the individual headings below. The artwork prices displayed on my website should give you a ROUGH ESTIMATE of what to budget for. Payment terms (on selected artworks) can be discussed. The lead time will depend on the length of the commission waiting list at the time of your booking – please inquire for more details.
Do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions.
Request a Quotation
The price of an artwork will depend on the following:
*size of the artwork, e.g. A5, A4, A3, 60x90cm, etc
*the medium (e.g. watercolour, graphite pencil, coloured pencil, etc.)
*the amount of detail (number of faces, background, etc.) – I have to see the photo you want me to paint to give an accurate quote.
Each painting will be uniquely priced based on its size and intricacy.
CLICK ON A HEADING TO VIEW A ROUGH ESTIMATE
For payment terms, lead times, etc. please visit the FAQ link via the menu.
Prices may change without prior notice. Please contact the artist for a bespoke quotation. Prices EXCLUDE courier delivery.
Monthly instalment payment plans can be arranged.
A 50% deposit & signed service agreement are required to book a spot on the commission waiting list.

Kindly visit my photography website: www.celiavanniekerkphotography.co.za
I am a professional photographer with 17 years of experience – I can help you obtain a suitable reference photo for your painting. Please get in touch for photography packages. (Painting prices EXCLUDE any photographic services.)

Base Price, Single Head & Shoulder Portrait. No Background. Unframed
15x20cm (approx A5) FROM R1200, ONE pet only (Add a Frame FROM R550)
20x30cm (approx A4) FROM R1750 (Add a Frame FROM R650)
30x40cm (approx A3) FROM R2500 (Add a Frame FROM R850)
40x60cm (approx A2) FROM R3500 (Add a Frame FROM R1050)
UPGRADE OPTIONS:
Add additional persons or pets – please get in touch with me for a quote.
Upgrade to half-length – add 10% to base price
Upgrade to full-length – add 20% to base price
Add a watercolour wash background – FREE of charge
Add a detailed background – add 40% to base price
For payment terms, lead times, etc. please view the Watercolour FAQ’s
Please note: that the minimum size for multi-portrait paintings starts at A4 size for 2 people/pets and A3 size for 3 people/pets. A5 can only accommodate ONE subject.

Base Price, Single Head & Shoulder Portrait. No Background. Unframed
15x20cm (approx A5) FROM R1900, ONE face per A5 only (Add a Frame FROM @ R550)
20x30cm (approx A4) FROM R2700 (Add a Frame FROM R650)
30x40cm (approx A3) FROM R3500 (Add a Frame FROM R850)
40x60cm (approx A2) FROM R4500 (Add a Frame FROM R1050)
50x70cm (full sheet of paper) FROM R5500 (Add a Frame FROM R1350)
UPGRADE OPTIONS:
Add additional persons or pets – please get in touch with me for a quote.
Upgrade to half-length – add 20% to base price
Upgrade to full-length – add 30% to base price
Add a watercolour wash background – add 20% to base price
Add a detailed background – add 40% to base price
For payment terms, lead times, etc. please view the Watercolour FAQ’s
Please note: that the minimum size for multi-portrait paintings starts at A4 size for 2 people and A3 size for 3 people. A5 can only accommodate ONE subject.

Unframed Watercolour Artwork
15x20cm (A5) FROM R1800 (Add a Frame FROM R550)
20x30cm (A4) FROM R2200 (Add a Frame FROM R650)
30x40cm (A3) FROM R2700 (Add a Frame FROM R850)
40x60cm (approx A2) FROM R3800 (Add a Frame FROM R1050)
Each painting will be uniquely priced based on its size and intricacy (amount of detail), e.g. a large abstract painting consisting of mostly shapes might be less expensive than a smaller painting with a lot of intricate detail.
For payment terms, lead times, etc. please view the Watercolour FAQ’s

Base Price, Single Head & Shoulder Portrait. No Background (White paper). Unframed
15x20cm (A5) FROM R2200 (Add a Frame FROM R550)
20x30cm (A4) FROM R3800 (Add a Frame FROM R650)
30x40cm (A3) FROM R5500 (Add a Frame FROM R850)
40x60cm (A2) FROM R6200 (Add a Frame FROM R1050)
**MINI PORTRAITS COMING SOON! PASTEL PET PORTRAITS AVAILABLE ON REQUEST**
UPGRADE OPTIONS:
Add additional persons or pets – please get in touch with me for a quote.
Plain, Soft Coloured Background (Soft Grey, Cream, Beige) – that will compliment the subject best – add 10% to base price
Upgrade to half-length – add 15% to base price
Upgrade to full-length – add 25% to base price
Add a detailed background – please get in touch for a quote
For payment terms, lead times, etc. please view the Coloured Pencil FAQ’s
Please note: that the minimum size for multi-portrait drawing starts at A4 size for 2 people/pets and A3 size for 3 people/pets. A5 can only accommodate ONE subject. Pastel pet portraits are available on request.

Due to my current watercolour, coloured pencil workload and photographic studio bookings, I am not taking on any oil paintings at present. My apologies for any inconvenience caused.
If you are a return client, who commissioned a painting from me in the past – you are still welcome to get in touch for an oil painting commission by special arrangement. Kindly note that the lead time varies between 4 to 8 months on all oil paintings with a starting price of R9500 for a single portrait, 40x50cm.
My apologies for any inconvenience caused.

Base Price, Single Head & Shoulder Portrait. No Background. Unframed
15x20cm (A5) FROM R1750 (Add a Frame FROM R550)
20x30cm (A4) FROM R2500 (Add a Frame FROM R650)
30x40cm (A3) FROM R3500 (Add a Frame FROM R850)
40x60cm (A2) FROM R4500 (Add a Frame FROM R1050)
UPGRADE OPTIONS:
Add additional persons or pets – please get in touch with me for a quote.
Upgrade to half-length – add 20% to base price
Upgrade to full-length – add 30% to base price
Add a background – please get in touch for a quote
For payment terms, lead times, etc. please view the Graphite Pencil FAQ’s
Please note: that the minimum size for multi-portrait drawings starts at A4 size for 2 people/pets and A3 size for 3 people/pets. A5 can only accommodate ONE subject. Pastel pet portraits are available on request.

Classic Frame
Deep frame, light OR dark wooden veneer finish, framed behind glass with a 50mm matting board to finish off the painting. Hanging frame ONLY. Add an engraved plaque with a name or a date.
Art Glass (Gallery Glass: UV Protective, Non-Reflective) can be added at an additional fee – to be quoted.

* Lead time on framing – 2 weeks
15x20cm (A5) @ R550
20x30cm (A4) @ R650
30x40cm (A3) @ R850
40x60cm (A2) @ R1050
Full Sheet (50x70cm) @ R1350
Additional Engraved Plaque @ R200

Floating Frame
Deep wooden floating frame. Framed between glass. Hanging frame ONLY. Real wood, available in Red Oak, Brown Kiaat or Rose Wood. ***NOT suitable for coloured pencil portraits.
* Lead time on framing – 48 hours
15x20cm (A5) @ R710
20x30cm (A4) @ R1050
30x40cm (A3) @ R1440
40x60cm (A2) @ R1950
84x119cm (A1) @ R3125

PLEASE NOTE: Delivery charges will ultimately depend on the size and weight of the package, as well as the delivery destination.
Average packaging and delivery charges, to your door, within the borders of South Africa:
Collection in Nigel, East Rand @ FREE (Monday to Friday during office hours, by appointment). You are welcome to collect in person or send your own courier company/Uber.
Unframed Artwork (Watercolour & Pet Portraits) @ R150
Framed Artwork (A5 & A4 sizes) @ R200
Framed Artwork (A3 to A1 size) & Oil Paintings (up to A1) @ R200 to R350
Framed Artwork (A0 and larger) & Oil Paintings (A0 and larger) @ to be quoted
International Shipping @ to be quoted
Important Commission Info
Commission FAQs
Framing Options
Size Comparison
PLEASE COMPLETE THE FORM BELOW TO REQUEST A DRAWING OR PAINTING QUOTE:
Kindly allow me 2-3 workdays to respond.
If you have any trouble requesting a quote, uploading a photo, etc. please email or WhatsApp me the below-mentioned details and requirements, together with your photo(s).
If you have any trouble requesting a quote, uploading a photo, etc. please email or WhatsApp the above-mentioned details and requirements, together with your photo to the contact detail below.
Do not hesitate to contact me if you need any additional information.
+27 (0)83 235 6818
info@celiavanniekerk.com
Address
Nigel, East Rand, Gauteng, South Africa