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Andreia Melo

Custom paintings

Your memory, painted.

Custom paintings made from a story that matters to you: a memory, a pet, a moment you want to keep.

Christmas commissions are open until 6 December

Tell me your story How it works
A custom pet portrait of a Pomeranian hanging on the wall of a sunny artist's studio

What I paint for you

The memory, and the feeling around it.

Yours to keep, or to give

I paint special moments, pets and the things that have left a mark on someone's life. I don't copy your photos. I use them as a starting point to paint the memory and the feeling around it, and nature is often a character in the picture rather than a backdrop.

You can choose watercolour or gouache on paper, or oil on canvas or wood panel. If you have an idea that isn't listed here, write to me and we'll see if it's possible.

Paintings made from other people's stories

Some of the memories I've painted.

Finding Together, a commissioned painting of a mouse on red mushrooms, framed on a wall A commissioned painting of piano keys and a cello among daisies, above a wooden sideboard A commissioned portrait of a man and his dog on a dark wall above a sofa A commissioned painting of lotus flowers and butterflies above a bed

How a commission works

From your story to your wall.

1 Tell me your story Describe the memory, pet or moment, who it is for, and send me reference photos.
2 Get your quote I reply with a personal quote for your painting.
3 Approve and start A 50% deposit starts the work.
4 Painting It takes from 2 days to 1 week. I send you photos of the finished painting for your approval.
5 Delivery After the final payment I wrap the painting and send it tracked and signed for.

Sizes and prices

Choose a size that fits your wall.

  • Paper, A5€150
  • Paper, A3€600
  • Canvas, 20 × 20 cm€250
  • Canvas, 50 × 75 cm€800

Prices are in euros. Other sizes are available: ask me for a price.

Timing, shipping and payment

Timing Each painting takes about 2 days to 1 week. Christmas commissions are open until 6 December.
Payment You pay 50% to start. The balance is due after you approve the photos of the finished painting, and I then send the final invoice.
Shipping Shipping is extra, usually between €30 and €60, tracked and signed for. I ship worldwide, and customs fees may apply. The painting leaves only after full payment.

Questions you may have

Before you write to me.

Can I order a painting as a gift?

Yes. Tell me who it is for. Surprise orders are never shown on social media.

What do I need to send?

Your story and a few reference photos.

Can I have a different size?

Yes. Ask me for a price for the size you have in mind.

Can I get a refund?

No. Each painting is made specially for you, so all sales are final.

Who owns the copyright?

I keep the copyright and may share photos of the commissioned work on social media and in my portfolio, unless you ask me not to.

Ready to tell me your story?

Tell me the subject, the memory, who the painting is for, the size you have in mind and where it will be delivered.

Tell me your story

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