An oil painting can be a major investment in a valuable object of art which may become a family heirloom, a gift to a loved-one or even for re-selling.

Here is the process I use:

1. Most of my commissioned work is referenced from supplied photographs.
2. Initial contact is made via my email: enquiries@davidmannersart.co.uk or via the message facility on this site or Facebook or Instagram.
3. Once the size, image and price are agreed, the painting will take up to 3 months to delivery.
4. The agreed price includes my time, varnishing, framing and courier delivery.
5. As a guide to price, an oil painting on either linen canvas or birch panel (preferred) measuring 60cm x 46cm (24″ x 18″) is £720. This price can vary greatly according to the subject, size and any specific requirements.
6. I offer a 0% instalment monthly payment option should it be required, but I do request a 25% deposit on commissioning. The balance is due on completion and prior to delivery.
7. The painting you will receive will be unique and something to treasure for a lifetime and for generations to come.

What a delight it’s been to paint Anna, organist and Director of Music at Pembroke College, Cambridge and also Deputy Organist at the Royal Albert Hall.

Anna has brought a breath of fresh air to the world of classical music and is currently undertaking a tour of the USA.

Really looking forward to working with Richa Srivastava in Pleasanton, near San Jose CA, in her new venture with hairdressing chain Bishops in furnishing her new salon with my work.

With the co-operation of “Wowz on Canvas, ALL of my paintings are now available as prints on canvas, prints on Bloc Board and prints on Aluminium sheet. Most sizes are available on request. As an example a 40cm x 30cm print on any surface is £72 (US$100) . Please contact me for further information and size options.

Work in progress on two “identical” paintings for two lovely sisters in Chicago. It’s certainly a challenge, but nevertheless great  fun.

The print of “Somewhere beyond the Sea” has been delivered to its new owners in Chicago, sisters Jacqueline Taylor Ondras and Maria Ellis after a year of trying to identify me as the artist. They saw the print online, but couldn’t remember my name until now.

The print has huge sentimental importance as Maria’s late fiance adored the song of the same name . It’s lovely to be able to help out and we’re hoping to meet up in Chicago on my next visit.

One week in on the portrait for Alex Polizzi, The Hotel Inspector. There’s a huge amount left to do on this fascinating lady. Watch this space!

I was honoured to be able to paint Nadiya and her husband Abdal last year. She is a remarkable lady and I wish her well in her new series on the BBC.