Commissions & Portraits

Bring Your Story Into the Work

Through gilded adornment portraits, pet portraits, and custom paintings, I translate personal narratives into layered works of art. Whether honoring a beloved animal or creating a piece inspired by your own environment and memories, each commission is crafted in my signature style and built to live with you for years to come.

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Colorful artwork of a woman with braided hair wearing round sunglasses, jewelry, and a headscarf, set against a vibrant abstract background.

A portrait of a woman with light skin and red hair, wearing jewelry, against a vibrant, colorful, abstract background with swirling patterns.

A colorful artistic portrait of a woman with blonde hair styled in a bun. She is winking with one eye and puckering her lips. She is wearing large earrings and layered necklaces. The background features abstract, swirling shades of pink, blue, and pu

Illustration of a smiling woman with short hair, wearing earrings and necklaces, with a background of pink, purple, and blue watercolor-like stripes.

An artistic portrait of an older woman with long white hair, wearing earrings and layered necklaces, dressed in a patterned top, against a colorful abstract background.

A mixed media artwork of a woman with closed eyes, wearing jewelry, with a stylized background of water in shades of blue and a cream-colored surface.

Commission Portrait

from $125.00

A Gilded Adornment Portrait is a custom metal leaf portrait with acrylic painting and built-in openings that allow you to add your own jewelry directly onto the canvas. Each piece is hand-drawn, painted, and gilded to create a glowing, personalized portrait and the jewelry you choose brings it to life.

Use your own pieces, family heirlooms, meaningful accessories, or items that represent your style. The artwork includes clean, discreet holes designed for earrings, necklaces, or pendants, making the portrait interactive and completely unique to you.

Give it as a gift or memorialize someone. It’s a modern heirloom that honors someone you love with art, memory, and personal adornment. All in one unforgettable piece.

Color:

Option for a pet portrait in gilded metal leaf, rendered in the luminous colors of your favorite pet’s fur and subtle complementary tones.

Upload Your Inspiration Images

Please be sure to upload your files below. They will be sent to the Zen Earth email address for use in creating your portrait. Both the upload and checkout must be completed for your order to begin.

Before you upload:
• Choose your favorite reference photos
• Make sure your face and jewelry are clearly visible
• Include any additional images showing color scheme. Example could be your favorite outfit colors, tones that match your personality or your favorite landscape.
• Maximum file size: 20MB per file.

Package Options

Metal Mini Adornment Portrait — $125
Standard metal leaf (Composition gold, silver, aluminum, or copper alloy) 8”x 8”

Genuine Mini Adornment Portrait — $175
23K gold leaf, Sterling Silver and Genuine Copper 8” x 8”

Metal Adornment Portrait — $500
Standard metal leaf (Composition gold, silver, aluminum, or copper alloy) 16” x 16”

Genuine Adornment Portrait — $700
23K gold leaf, Sterling Silver and Genuine Copper 16” x 16”

Standard size 16” x 16”. Mini 8” x8”. An additional size can be requested. Standard and Mini size comes with an easel arm attached to the back for tabletop display and standard wall attachment.

How It Works

1. Add to Cart
Once you pick your package option, Add to cart and you will be prompted for next step

2. Select Gilding Details
Dropdown menu will be provided after adding item to cart. Choose where metal leaf will be applied and in what tone (gold, silver, copper, or varigated). Gilded areas may include: Skin, hair, clothing, and hat. Please select metals that are part of your package. If different metals are chosen, the correct ones for your package will be used instead.

3. Choose Background Colors
Share your color palette or mood for the acrylic painted background. Option to add a reference image of colors with next step.

4. Share Your Photos
Send 2–5 clear reference images of the person being portrayed. Earlobes must both be visible.

5. Provide Jewelry Inspiration
Show jewelry you plan to use (or the style you like). This helps place openings correctly. Or opt for no jewelry and a simple portrait.

6. Review & Approve Design Direction
We finalize opening placement, colors, and gilding accents.

7. Creation Process
Your portrait is illustrated, painted, gilded, and built with discreet openings for earring hooks, chains, or pendants.

Who, What and Why

Who This Is For

This portrait is gender-inclusive and ideal for:
Men, women, non-binary individuals, and Couples
Beloved Pets
Memorial or heirloom pieces
Gift-giving and celebrations
Anyone wanting a one-of-a-kind, personalized artwork
What’s Included

Custom portrait
Acrylic painted background
Metal leaf detailing (varies by package)
Built-in holes for adding your own jewelry
Archival varnish + protective finish
Certificate of authenticity
Why It’s Unique

Add your own jewelry to the canvas
Glowing metal leaf accents
Rich acrylic color depth
Personalized and one-of-a-kind
Designed to be a modern heirloom

Custom Order Process

Traced paper cut-outs and the thick paper reference drawing.

Positioned the portrait off-center for different composition

Examples of Image Alteration

A woman with blonde hair styled in a top knot, wearing a light cardigan with pink floral patterns, holding a coffee cup, standing indoors with a decorated Christmas tree in the background.

A woman with blonde hair styled in a half-up bun, wearing large hoop earrings, a septum ring, a layered necklace, and a pink tank top with a floral pattern, holding a coffee cup, smiling at the camera in a living room decorated for Christmas with a lit Christmas tree in the background.

A woman with blonde hair styled in a top knot, wearing large hoop earrings, a septum piercing, and bright red lipstick, holding a coffee cup while taking a selfie. She is dressed in a cream cardigan with pink floral embroidery, standing in a room with a Christmas tree in the background.

Changed facial expression per request

Removed cardigan for shoulder study.

Submitted image

To ensure your portrait integrates seamlessly with the chosen jewelry and design, I can make light adjustments to your reference image. This may include:

Removing or reshaping clothing (such as a cardigan) to reveal the neckline and allow jewelry to hang correctly
Adjusting the head or body angle for better placement
Changing or refining facial expressions—including smiles, winks, or more neutral looks
Enhancing clarity or reconstructing areas of the photo that are obscured

These edits are always done thoughtfully, keeping the final artwork natural and true to the person.
This service is especially valuable for memorial portraits, where only a few cherished images may be available. I can work from limited photos to create a respectful, accurate, and beautifully composed portrait.

Process & Color Scheme Selection

Hand Sketched on tracing paper from photo.

Portrait on paper is positioned on canvas for composition analysis

Featured Article

A Family Portrait Commission

This custom Art Nouveau family portrait features an ornate gold leaf frame and heavy florals in deep reds, soft pinks, and white peonies. Painted in oil with copper leaf on the cats and gold leaf for the figures and edges, it evolved through sketches, revisions, and a critique that added dimension to the faces and refined hair details. The process was collaborative and rewarding. The painting is finished and ready for pickup. Read the full step-by-step journey.

Let’s make art together.

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