How to Commission Art: A Creative Debuts Guide
Commissioning art isn’t just for collectors or brands with big budgets. Whether you’re curating a mural for your office, personalising your home with an original piece, or looking to celebrate a key moment with something meaningful, commissioning an artist is one of the bestl ways to bring your vision to life.
At Creative Debuts, we make the process simple, collaborative, and accessible. Here’s everything you need to know to get started.
What Does It Mean to Commission Artwork?
To commission art is to collaborate with an artist to create something completely bespoke - a piece designed specifically for you or your space. Unlike buying off the shelf, commissioning allows you to influence the medium, concept, scale, and tone - while still giving the artist creative freedom to bring your idea to life.
Whether it’s a large-scale installation, a canvas for your home, a statement piece for a store opening, the possibilities are endless.
Why Commission Art Through Creative Debuts?
We work with a global community of emerging and underrepresented artists, people who are redefining what the art world looks and feels like. When you commission through us,, you’re not just getting unique work. You’re:
● Supporting living artists at pivotal moments in their careers
● Investing in creativity with purpose and meaning
● Championing inclusion, diversity, and fair pay in the creative industries
● Turning a wall, product, or event into a culturally relevant, visually stunning experience
We’ve delivered standout commissions for Disney, adidas, Hugo Boss, Brookfield. We approach each one with the same care, whether it’s for a global brand or an individual collector.
The Commissioning Process: Step by Step
Here’s how we turn your idea into reality:
Step 1: Get in Touch
Start with an idea, a theme, or even just a feeling you want to convey. We’ll help shape the brief and match you with the right artist.
Step 2: Choosing the artist
We dive into our community of talent and suggest artists whose style, story, and approach align with your project. We prioritise collaboration and representation at every step.
Step 3: Proposal
Once you’re happy with the artist and direction, we share a proposal including timeline, budget, and visual references, making sure it’s all clear before we move forward.
Step 4: Creation
The artist gets to work. Throughout the process, we’ll keep you in the loop and ensure everything’s running smoothly.
Step 5: Final Delivery
From shipping to hanging to launch events, we’ll manage as much or as little as you need, ensuring the final piece lands exactly where it should.
How Much Does It Cost to Commission Art?
There’s no one-size-fits-all when it comes to commissioning art, but that’s part of the beauty. We’ll work within your budget and brief, while ensuring artists are paid fairly and transparently.
We’ve delivered impactful commissions on a wide range of budgets, from under £1,000 to multi-brand campaigns. The key is clarity, collaboration, and respecting the work that is being created..
Not sure where to start? Just reach out - no pressure. We’ll help you figure out what’s possible.
What Makes a Good Art Commission?
A successful commission is built on mutual trust and creative alignment. The best projects give artists room to interpret your vision in their own style - and result in something truly one-of-a-kind.
We always recommend:
● Being open to different interpretations
● Trusting the artist’s expertise
● Giving clear context
● Keeping communication open throughout
When it works, it’s magic.
Commissioned Work That Creates Real Impact
From celebrating International Women’s Day with a mural at adidas Oxford Street, to working with Disney to reimagine Mickey Mouse through a modern lens - our commissions are more than just visual.
If you’re ready to collaborate with one of the most exciting creative communities around, we’re ready to hear your idea - no matter how big, small, or unconventional.
