Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes. I accept a limited number of commissions for collectors, interior designers and organizations looking for original work created for a particular space.
We’ll start with a conversation about the space: the scale, palette and, most importantly, how you want it to feel. From there, I’ll develop the work in response to those parameters while leaving room for the painting to evolve as I work.
Because my process is intuitive, commissions are not exact reproductions of an existing painting or a predetermined design. If there is a particular piece or body of work you’re drawn to, however, that can be a useful starting point.
I also welcome inquiries from interior designers and organizations seeking multiple works for a single space or larger project. These projects can include a group of original works developed in conversation with the architecture, palette and feeling of the space, while allowing each painting to stand on its own.
Commission pricing is based on size, with a 20% premium for commissioned work. A 50% deposit is required to begin, with the balance due upon completion.
If you’re considering a commission or larger project, please get in touch to start a conversation.
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Absolutely. Choosing art is personal, but scale, placement and the surrounding space matter too.
Send me a photograph of the space along with approximate wall dimensions and tell me which works you’re considering. I can help you think through scale and placement and, when useful, create a simple visualization so you can see how a piece might look in your space.
If you’re starting with the space rather than a particular painting, that’s fine too. Tell me a little about what you’re looking for and how you want the space to feel.
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I welcome inquiries from interior designers, art consultants and other design professionals for residential, workplace and commercial projects.
This might involve selecting an existing original, commissioning a work for a particular space or developing multiple related works for a larger project.
If you’re sourcing artwork for a project, please contact me to discuss what you’re looking for, timing and scope.
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Framing varies by piece and is noted on each artwork page. Some works are offered framed or matted, while others are sold unframed.
If you’re interested in an unframed work, I’m happy to help with framing recommendations, including frame style, matting and scale.
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Watercolor works should be protected behind glass or acrylic and displayed away from prolonged direct sunlight. UV-protective glazing is recommended to help protect the pigments over time.
Works on paper should be framed using archival, acid-free materials. Some of my paintings are created on unstretched watercolor canvas; framing recommendations for those pieces may differ and will be noted on the individual artwork page.
If you have questions about framing a particular work, please contact me. I’m happy to help.
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Please reach out. I keep unavailable works on the site because they are part of my broader body of work, not simply an inventory of paintings currently for sale.
If you’re particularly drawn to one, I may be able to point you toward an available work with some of the qualities you responded to, or we can discuss whether a commission might be appropriate.
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Botanical works are created from preserved mosses, lichens and other natural materials. They are no longer living and require no watering or other ongoing maintenance.
For the longest life, keep your artwork indoors and away from direct sunlight, excessive moisture and areas where it may be bumped or handled frequently. Direct sun can cause the natural and preserved materials to fade over time.
A small amount of shedding or subtle change in color and texture can occur naturally over the years. If dust accumulates, gently remove it with a soft feather duster or low-pressure air from a distance.
With basic care, preserved botanical artwork can remain beautiful for many years.
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With proper care, preserved botanical artwork can last for many years.
The mosses, lichens and other materials have been preserved so they no longer require water or ongoing maintenance. Over time, some natural fading or subtle changes in texture may occur, particularly if the work is exposed to direct sunlight.
To help preserve the piece, keep it indoors, out of direct sun and away from areas where it may be bumped or handled frequently.
Because these are natural materials, they may continue to change slightly over time. I consider that part of the character of the work rather than a flaw.
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Many of the mosses, lichens and other botanical materials in my work are personally foraged, then preserved by hand before they ever become part of a piece.
I’m selective about what I gather and how much I take. Part of working with natural materials is respecting the places they come from and leaving plenty behind.
The materials themselves also influence the work. I’m not ordering identical components and assembling a predetermined design; I’m working with what I find—the differences in color, texture, shape and growth that make each piece impossible to reproduce exactly.
If you’re curious about the foraging or preservation process, I’m always happy to share more.
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Shipping is arranged based on the size, materials and destination of each artwork.
Most paintings and smaller botanical works can be shipped via UPS, FedEx or USPS and are packed carefully for safe transport. Larger or more delicate pieces may require special handling or professional art shipping.
Shipping costs are calculated separately and will be confirmed before the work is sent.
Local pickup or delivery may also be available in the Boston area and Southern Minnesota.
For larger commissions, multiple works or projects involving installation, shipping and delivery arrangements can be discussed as part of the project planning.
If you have questions about shipping a particular piece, please contact me.
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Any applicable sales tax is included in the listed purchase price.

