Commission Work
Items Specially Built Uniquely for You
How it Works
Commissioned artwork begins with a conversation. As you submit an inquiry, you’ll discuss the building, its special connection to you, and the details that matter most to you. Reference images and context help guide the drawing, which is then created slowly by hand using traditional tools.
Each piece develops over time—resulting in a thoughtful, enduring architectural artwork rooted in place, memory, and craft.
Commission Timeline & Orders
Step 01. Place Your Inquiry
Submit a commission request through the website with details about the building and what you’re hoping to create. This includes:
Reference photos of the building
Any known history, stories, or details that feel important
Timeline considerations (if any)
Your preferred size, format, and whether in color or black and white
Color drawings will be a $30.00 fee compared to black and white.
Step 02. Hand-Drawn Creation
The artwork is carefully hand drawn using traditional tools, allowing the piece to develop slowly and thoughtfully
Step 03. Completion & Delivery
When finished, the original artwork is carefully packaged and shipped to you, with print options available if requested.
Our Commission Services
A custom, hand-drawn architectural artwork created to honor a meaningful place. Each piece is drawn using traditional tools, capturing the character and story of a building through thoughtful linework. Fill out the form to choose your desired subject. Select from a variety of sizes.
Build and gift your piece here
A custom, hand-drawn map artwork that captures the character and structure of a meaningful urban place. Each commission focuses on streets, blocks, and patterns of movement—drawn slowly by hand using traditional tools.
Guided by context and personal significance, each map highlights the relationships between place, memory, and design. The result is an original architectural map drawing—thoughtful, precise, and made to be lived with or gifted.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Commissions begin with a submission form. Once the subject and scope are agreed upon, reference photos and details are collected to inform the drawing. From there, the artwork is hand-drawn using traditional tools, allowing the piece to develop slowly and thoughtfully. When complete, the final drawing is delivered as an original artwork, with print options available upon request.
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Draft Horse Studio offers:
Hand-drawn, personalized architectural focused work
Architectural prints for events
Select home goods inspired by architectural drawing and place
Each piece is created with intention, patience, and respect for traditional craft.
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To begin, you’ll typically provide:
Reference photos of the building
Any known history, stories, or details that feel important
Your preferred size, format, and if in color
Timeline considerations (if any)
Draft Horse Studio will guide you through the process to ensure the final piece feels both accurate and meaningful. Information will be required in the commission form upon purchasing.
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Because each piece is hand-drawn, commissions require time. Typical timelines range from two weeks to a month, depending on complexity and current studio schedule. The pace is intentional—allowing the work to reflect care, accuracy, and craft.
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Commissioned drawings are available in a range of sizes and can be created as:
Original hand-drawn works
Archival-quality prints
Select framed or presentation options
Details are discussed during the commission process.
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Framing is not included by default but can be discussed depending on the project. All artwork is carefully packaged to ensure safe delivery.