Custom Painted Stories
Capturing your memories in a custom painting
I simply love painting personal stories. The spaces in which we live, work, and play are deeply personal and filled with unique and cherished memories…
Our spaces are part of our history and are filled with rich experiences of light, sound, weather, and memories of moments shared and people loved. Experiencing these places recreated in a painting not only captures a moment in time, it brings back a flood of associated feelings.
Perhaps a life event has brought back a meaningful memory – a home, a room, a place that is dear to you or that no longer exists. Or, you have come across a family story that you wish to honour and celebrate.
I can help you capture these stories in a hand-crafted custom painting.
“My hope is that you will look at your painted story and feel a sense of peace and wholeness. It is a way of honouring your story and bringing it with you. Your memories are unique to you and tell the story of your place in this world. They should be cherished, shared, and passed along.”
Custom Painting Options
Custom House, Garden, or Location Portrait
A custom painting based on a specific photo
This is the perfect option if you have a specific photo you’d like made into a custom painting. I’m happy to change the season or weather, or make small additions/removals from the scene, as you wish.
Fully Custom Painted Scene
A custom painting created from stories and/or multiple photos
This is perfect if you have a subject in mind, but need to research or imagine missing pieces and combine various elements into a scene. Sometimes there are no photographs – for example of an historic building or place. I can work with you to capture your story in a custom painting.
Learn more about getting a custom painting
For a more detailed look at the process of crafting a custom painting, I walk through a project start-to-finish – from photos, through sketches, to shipping the finished artwork.
Gallery of Paintings
Having Your Very Own Painted Story
It can be so fulfilling to celebrate and cherish the unique experiences that make up your personal history and story. Having a painted story allows you to carry them with you, feeling grateful and filled with the good that came of these things. It also makes a heartfelt gift for someone special.
Learn more about getting your very own custom painting in the free PDF guide, below. I walk you through the process so that you know exactly what to expect. The guide also includes pricing and other helpful details!
Words From Clients
“The first time I saw the painting, I cried because part of my youth was captured in the artwork. I had a flood full of memories, it was as if I was rewinding time that had slipped away. Every time I look at it I can picture myself living and working there with my parents. I cherish it very much. Thank you.”
“When we saw the painting on display at our wedding, we were ecstatic at the fine detailing and workmanship… We were so proud to have it displayed at our wedding knowing that it would be framed and placed in our home as a beautiful reminder of our wedding day. Thank you for creating something so beautiful and meaningful to us that we will cherish for a lifetime. ”
“You are creating both meaningful and cherished pieces of artwork that not only bring comfort and conjure up warm memories, but also an opportunity for one to grieve and hopefully mourn a personal loss… No question, you are making a difference. ”
“From start to finish, it was great working with Michelle at Painted Stories. She provided insight in to her process as an artist and I really relied on her fantastic advice and guidance as to how best the design would come to life. My family and I were thrilled to gift Michelle’s beautiful artwork as a wedding gift.”
Own an Original Artwork that was Created Just For You
You’re most welcome to get in touch with me directly by email, anytime to share your story, ask questions, or set up an introduction in whatever way is most comfortable for you (phone, text, email, zoom/skype).
I offer a very limited number of custom paintings per year, don’t wait to get in touch about yours! Commissioning a custom painting for yourself – or as an unforgettable gift for a loved one – is a truly unique and wonderful way to celebrate your life story and re-experience the spaces and places that are special to you, forever.
GET STARTED ON YOUR CUSTOM PAINTED STORY
