How to Commission Custom Artwork with Heart and Confidence – A Guide from Artist Jennifer Rae Ochs
I’m honored to share my latest published piece with Purgula: How to Commission Custom Artwork with Heart and Confidence. This guide offers a thoughtful look at the process of creating custom artwork—from discovering the personal stories behind each piece to the beauty of true creative collaboration. It’s filled with real-world examples and grounded insight into how meaningful art can elevate a space and honor life’s most significant moments.
Writing this article gave me time to reflect on what truly matters in my work: the quiet conversations, the emotional depth, and the trust required to bring someone’s vision into form. Custom commissions are deeply personal. They ask for vulnerability, clarity, and a willingness to explore something profound— and that’s where the real beauty unfolds.
Every collaboration begins with listening. Whether a client is celebrating a milestone, healing through a personal journey, or simply looking to surround themselves with intentional beauty, my role is to translate that into something lasting and tangible. These pieces become more than visual elements—they carry memory, meaning, and presence. That’s what I wanted this article to express.
I also wanted to make the process feel approachable. Many people are curious about commissioning art but aren’t sure where to start. This guide walks you through the essential steps, from our first conversation to installation, and sheds light on the power of creating something that is entirely and uniquely yours.
If this speaks to you—if you feel that quiet nudge to mark a chapter in your life with something meaningful—I’d love to hear your story. My practice is built on collaboration, and there’s nothing more fulfilling than bringing a shared vision to life.
👉 Read the full article here: How to Commission Custom Artwork with Heart and Confidence
If it stirs something in you and you’re ready to explore a custom piece, I’d be honored to begin that journey with you. Feel free to reach out directly — I’m always open to inspired conversation.
For more art, behind-the-scenes stories, and upcoming events, subscribe to our VIP Newsletter or connect with me on Instagram @jenniferraeochs
Featured in this post:
Bellevue Arts Museum Art Fair (BAM)
