I’m able to work with a variety of subjects, styles, and mediums to help bring your unique project to life. Minimum portrait size is 8″x10″ up to 16″x20″
Below are some samples of previous client’s commission artwork.

PRICING STARTS AT $500 CAD*
*Prices may vary according to the supplied image quality, size, number of subjects and level of detail in the subject or background.

Commission Artwork Samples

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A vintage red Chevrolet truck on a dirt road surrounded by green grass and trees under a partly cloudy sky.
Close-up portrait of a black Labrador Retriever with a green background.
Two calico cats, one larger and one smaller, sitting on a gray couch next to a blue pillow.
Three dogs with bandanas sit outdoors in front of mountain scenery.
Photograph of a smiling Shiba Inu dog with a black collar and a dog tag that says 'Fuji' on it.
A group of four young people and two dogs posing in a hair salon, with mirrors and salon tools visible in the background.
Three small dogs sitting on a gray background, facing forward. All have fluffy, light-colored fur and are wearing collars with tags.
A young girl with red hair and a boy with brown hair smiling together, embracing each other against a colorful backdrop.
A young girl with curly hair, smiling and running on a sidewalk in front of a building, wearing a white top with colorful dots, a dark blue skirt with white palm trees, and sandals.
Illustration of a smiling couple with glasses, surrounded by a wreath of green leaves and small golden dots, with a yellow ribbon banner below that reads "Caroline & Jeremy, Engaged November 24th, 2022."
Black and white sketch of a smiling dog, likely a husky or similar breed, with one ear up and the other slightly down.
A colorful, detailed illustration of the Boy Scouts of America emblem featuring a shield with a turtle, a tree, a fleur-de-lis, and a snake, surrounded by a golden ornate border with a horned figure at the top, and two animals (a rhinoceros and a gor
Painting of three sea turtles swimming above colorful coral reef in the ocean
Three snowy owls perched on snow-covered tree branches in a foggy, winter forest.
A pair of white Vans slip-on shoes with pink floral artwork and green leaves painted on them, displayed next to their Vans 'Off The Wall' branded shoebox.

Kind Words From Clients.

  • Two children, a girl with long red hair and a boy with short light brown hair, smiling and posing closely together.

    “Working with Barb on this commission was flawless. She does everything possible to ensure that she creates your vision and maintains an open dialogue throughout the process. The portrait she created for us is special for many reasons. It puts a huge smile on our faces every day. We have it displayed prominently in our living room for everyone to see. We cannot say enough good things about working with Barb. Truly a pleasure!”

    JENNIFER & GARY S.– CLARK, NJ, USA

  • A painted portrait of a black dog with brown eyes, tongue out, and a silver chain collar, set against a green and blue background.

    "Barb was great to work with. She was professional, timely and helpful. The finished pet portrait commission is everything I hoped it would be. I highly recommend her to anyone considering a commission.”

    LYDEN P. – CALGARY, AB, CANADA

  • Two calico cats, one larger and one smaller, sitting close together on a gray surface, with a blue pillow in the background.

    "This talented beauty has created 6 pieces of art for me over the years. Yes, they have a cost, but they are absolutely priceless to me because every time I see them, they put a smile on my face and bring back such happy memories.💜”

    CARIN R. – CALGARY, AB, CANADA

  • Colorful cross-stitch embroidery of a hummingbird in mid-flight with vibrant green, blue, red, and orange feathers, set against a background of green and yellow abstract patterns.

    “Barb’s portfolio of art is so happy, vibrant and detailed. I knew that she was the best artist to commission for a special piece after loosing our home in the McDougall Creek Wildfire. My husband enjoyed setting up hummingbird feeders in our yard and admiring their vibrant colours when they came to feed. Barb captured the colors and life with this piece and it made my husband so happy. The whole process was simple, efficient and Barb was very professional. The art was packed with care and delivered on time.”

    JENNIFER P. – KELOWNA, BC, CANADA

  • Close-up of a happy Shiba Inu dog smiling, showing its teeth and tongue, with a gray background.

    “I commissioned Barb to draw a portrait of my dog Fuji. She was professional, communicated exactly how the process works and the timeline. When I received my portrait I was completely blown away. I am in love. The drawing is so detailed, and looks exactly like him. She captured everything perfectly, from all the different colors in his fur, to the sparkle in his eyes. Every time I look at it I see the pure joy in my dog’s face. It makes me smile. This photo will forever be in my home.”

    NADIA C. – CALGARY, AB, CANADA

  • Front view of an old Chevrolet truck with a red hood, black grille, and Chevy emblem, parked outdoors among grass and trees.

    “I commissioned Barb to do a drawing of my grandfather’s old ’68 Chevy from a photo I took of it when it was still back home in Manitoba. The detail is ridiculous and it looks even better in person. The truck has been in my family for three generations and this is now a lovely memory of what it was before taking it all apart to rebuild into a truck for myself. Barb is extremely talented! Thank you for making this awesome memory that means so much to me and my family.”

    MATT S. – CALGARY, AB, CANADA

  • Three dogs wearing colorful bandanas inside a circular frame, with a background resembling a mural or painting.

    “We were incredibly honoured to have been gifted a hand-drawn portrait of our three dogs from Barb. It would be an understatement to say how beautiful it is. Barb was able to work from multiple photos to include our newest rescue pup in a favourite mountain scene. She did an amazing job immortalizing them. The attention to detail is unreal especially given the sheer size of the piece. They look absolutely true to life. We are beyond moved to have this in our home and it will be something we treasure forever. ”

    COURTNEY M. – CALGARY, AB, CANADA

  • A digital illustration of a smiling woman and man wearing glasses, surrounded by a decorative border of green leaves and small orange berries on a white circular background.

    “I commissioned a picture of my brother and sister in law for their engagement gift with Barb. Not only did it turn out amazing, but the process working with her was great. She is very responsive and will work with you on any little thing you want. They loved it also! ”

    JODI B. – HOWARD BEACH, NY, USA

  • A circular depiction of four symbols inside a Celtic knot border: a lion's head, a tree, a gold fleur-de-lis, and a red snake, with a warrior mask above and animal figures on each side.

    “We were very happy to have been referred to Barb by a close friend. She showed professionalism, passion and genuine excitement when we proposed our vision of a modern day Coat of Arms to her. She laid out her process and at no point did she fail to uphold the timeline that we agreed on for this project. Barb has amazing talent and it shines brightly in the art she created for our family! Just as she was referred to us in the beginning, I will not hesitate to recommend her to anyone that is in need of amazing commissioned art work! Well done Barb and thank you for this beautiful creation!”

    THE WOODS FAMILY – SPRUCE GROVE, AB, CANADA

  • A group of four people, three women and one girl, in a hair salon. One woman is styling the girl's hair while another woman stands nearby, smiling. The girl is sitting on a chair, smiling. A young man is sitting in front, also smiling, and two dogs are at their feet.

    “We are so pleased with the family portrait that Barb recreated for us. It will definitely have a special place in our home. She was great to deal with and her communication throughout the process was excellent. She always ensured I was happy before moving forward and made all deadlines as promised. Barb, your talents are amazing! Thank you so much!”

    DEAN H. – SPRUCE GROVE, AB, CANADA

  • Illustration of three sea turtles swimming among colorful coral and small fish underwater.

    “I reached out to Barb in the early part of 2016 asking if she would be interested in creating a turtle painting for me. I was expecting my first son that year and I really wanted something to commemorate this special time. I have a soft spot for sea turtles and she took my idea and blew me away! I absolutely loved and still love the painting. When I look at it I can still feel all the excitement leading up to becoming a first-time mom and expanding my family. I will definitely be reaching out to her again very soon for another creation. Barb, thank you for your talent, your kindness, and your beauty! You have given me something I will treasure forever.”

    BRIANNE G. – EDMONTON, AB, CANADA

  • Painting of the ocean with waves and rocky cliffs under a partly cloudy sky.

    “Before my husband and I got married I commissioned a charcoal drawing for him. Barb was extremely professional and kept me up to date on the process, layout, and options for framing. The piece was incredibly well done, and her talent shone through. My husband was in awe and absolutely blown away by the attention to detail and description card she included with the piece. She also painted a piece in celebration of our wedding. It beautifully depicts the location where we got married and the colours Barb used would make anyone swoon. Whether you commission Barb for a fun drawing, memorable painting, or custom piece you will not be disappointed. She will take your ideas and make them come to life!”

    JAMIE T. – CALGARY, AB, CANADA

  • Colorful sugar skull mask with pink, blue, and black designs and a red star on the chin

    “I have commissioned 3 sugar skulls from Barb. All have been amazing. I gave her a general colour palette and theme and let her imagination run away with an idea. She knocked it out every time! I highly recommend art by Barb. She is unbelievably talented and professional. My skull’s name is Valentina and is music themed. I have it in my entranceway. Love it! ❤”

    AMANDA M. – EDMONTON, AB, CANADA

  • Drawing of a person wearing striped socks and sneakers with black toes, standing on a flat surface.

    “Barb has done three custom pieces for me and they both completely exceeded my expectations. She’s incredibly talented and beautifully captured exactly what I was looking for with amazing attention to detail. I look forward to more Barb Sotiropoulos pieces in our home.”

    FAYELYNN B. – ABBOTSFORD, AB, CANADA

  • Decorative black skull with blue, gold, and white patterns, including an octopus, stars, and swirls, with gold teeth and the phrase "CharloScratching on my Skull" written on the chin.

    “A few years back Barb was doing these custom sugar skulls and I thought that they looked amazing and I had to have one. I reached out to her on Facebook and asked if I could have her make me one. I am a big Tragically Hip fan and love the song “Nautical Disaster”. She wanted to give me what I wanted and asked all the right questions. The final product could not be more perfect. Her care and attention to detail shows her love for art. I love the skull and it is on display in my living room.”

    MIKE P. – SPRUCE GROVE, AB, CANADA