Commissions offer a unique opportunity to create a one-of-a-kind work of art tailored specifically to you. Through a thoughtful and collaborative process, meaningful ideas and special moments are transformed into refined works of art designed to be cherished for generations. Whether you arrive with a fully formed concept or wish to explore the creative possibilities, Shaw Gallery works closely with each collector to thoughtfully bring their vision to life.
Andre Kohn Commission
For this commission, the client envisioned a painting capturing three generations of boys spending a day together on the golf course. Using a reference photograph provided by the family, Andre developed an initial compositional sketch that ultimately evolved into the finished painting, thoughtfully balancing narrative, movement, and personal history.
Several bespoke details elevate this work and make it uniquely meaningful. A quote featured at the top of the painting—selected by the client—comes from Arnold Palmer, a figure with personal significance to the family, as the client’s father shared a friendship with Palmer. The inclusion of this quote serves as a tribute to both family heritage and enduring relationships.
An especially distinctive element is the incorporation of an actual golf ball. Custom-made with the first three letters of the client’s last name and his favorite number, the ball holds added significance as it was used during the round in which the client achieved the first hole-in-one of his life. In keeping with Andre’s practice of integrating sculptural badges into his work, the ball was sent to the studio, carefully cut in half, and permanently affixed to the painting.
The piece is completed using custom aluminum stretcher bars fabricated by DK Studio in Miami. This system ensures long-term structural integrity, preventing warping, while the canvas is secured with rivets rather than traditional staples—reinforcing both the durability and the contemporary craftsmanship of the work.
Andre Kohn Commission
Andre Kohn is deeply passionate about collaborating with collectors on custom projects and bringing meaningful visions to life. This commission is a compelling example, created as a milestone birthday surprise for the client’s wife and designed to be both personal and unforgettable. Drawing inspiration from the couple’s visit to Positano, Italy, the artwork captures the essence and emotion of a cherished shared experience.
The process began with Andre developing a detailed preliminary drawing to establish the composition and overall direction of the piece. Once the concept was reviewed and approved by the client, he proceeded to create the final original painting. Through this thoughtful and collaborative approach, the finished work becomes not only a visual representation of a place, but a lasting reflection of memory, celebration, and personal connection.
Oleg Trofimov Commission
For this commission, the client sought to create a deeply personal work of art inspired by one of their favorite pastimes—sailing. A reference image of a similar vessel served as the foundation for the composition, with several thoughtful modifications made to ensure the painting accurately reflected the client’s own boat and experience on the water.
Key details were carefully refined, including the removal of a radar system and the transformation of the boat’s central wood handles into metal, aligning the depiction with the client’s vessel. The figures were also customized, with the clients portrayed wearing white shirts, true to how they typically dress while sailing. Through these considered adjustments, the final work captures not only the spirit of sailing but also the authenticity and personal connection that define a meaningful commission.
The second images is a digital rendering that was created by the artist based on the clients notes. This is to give a rough visual on how the image would look prior to the artist beginning the process of creating the painting.
The last image is a photo of the completed original oil painting.
Custom Commission
This project is an exemplary large-scale corporate commission, created to capture the natural beauty of the client’s vineyards and integrate it seamlessly into their corporate environment. The vision was to depict the surrounding landscape and install the painting on an office wall oriented in the same direction as the actual view—creating the illusion of a window opening onto the vineyards beyond. Measuring an impressive 12 feet wide by 6 feet high, the work transforms the space and reinforces a strong connection between the workplace and its surroundings.
For this project, our team traveled to the property alongside artist Oleg Trofimov to complete the commission on site. This immersive approach was essential to fully realize the client’s vision of capturing the true atmosphere and emotional experience of visiting the winery. While reference photography is often useful, landscape images can distort scale and perspective—particularly with distant features such as mountain ranges, which frequently appear smaller in photographs than to the human eye.
By experiencing the property firsthand, the artist was able to accurately interpret the landscape and adjust the scale of the mountains in the final painting to reflect their true presence and impact. This direct engagement with the site ensured a more authentic, visually compelling work that mirrors the experience of standing on the property itself.
Custom Commission
This customer was looking for a large sculpture that would bring a modern flair to their entry. This sculpture and stands 9 feet tall.
This commission was completed by Craig French.
Final Installation