Original Oil Paintings
Portrait
Commissions
A unique original oil portrait of you, a loved one, or a cherished subject — painted by hand, no sitting required.
Ramsay Allan paints portraits from reference photographs — meaning you don't need to sit for hours in a studio. Simply provide clear reference photographs of your subject and Ramsay will create a hand-painted original oil painting that truly captures their character and spirit.
Previous Commissions
Stan
Oil on canvas · Private commission
Mona
Oil on canvas · Private commission
Portrait Study of Eva
Oil on canvas · Private commission
Clara
Oil on canvas, 60 × 50 cm · 2026
"I'm absolutely delighted with the portraits Ramsay painted for me. He's done three for me so far, and each one has been stunning. His work is not only exceptional quality, but also fantastic value for money."
— Astrid McKendrick
How it Works
The Commission Process
01
Get in Touch
Use the Contact form below to discuss your commission enquiry — describing who or what you'd like painted, the size, and any special requirements.
02
Reference Photos
No sitting required. Ramsay works entirely from high-quality reference photographs — simply send clear photos of your subject in good lighting.
03
Painted in Oil
Using traditional oil painting techniques, Ramsay creates an original work on canvas, capturing the character and essence of your subject.
04
Delivered to You
Your finished original oil painting is carefully packaged and shipped to you with a certificate of authenticity and full documentation.
Commission Details
Medium
Original oil on canvas
Turnaround
Agreed at time of commission
Pricing
From £1,200
Portrait commissions typically begin from £1,200. Larger or more complex commissions are quoted individually.
Use the Contact form below to discuss your commission enquiry. Ramsay is happy to talk through your vision and provide a personalised quote.