Artistic baby portrait painting, head and shoulders, in soft pastel tones.

Custom  Portrait Paintings That Capture Your Heart

Discover how easy it is to commission a meaningful work of art.

Current Events & Exhibits

Artists Gallery Talk this Thursday!

Thursday June 4, 7-8pm

at Salem Arts Association

Show runs through June 13

Friday, Saturday, Sunday, 12-6pm

Salem Arts Association

88 Wharf Street, Salem MA

 

Detail of a pet portrait painting of a black lab.

Pet Paintings

Your Pet as a Work of Art

Memorial portrait painting of Frank Murphy, of Murphy Funeral Home, Salem MA.

Memorial Paintings

Honoring Someone Special

 

JUST IMAGINE... having a piece of art so deeply personal that it honors the beauty of someone special and evokes your love for them every day.

 

There are so many reasons to commission a painting...

Black and white photo showing artist Bobbie Bush working at an easel in her studio.

❤️  Celebrate a child's milestone birthday

❤️  Recognize a person's contribution to their community

❤️  Commemorate a life event or anniversary

❤️  Preserve a special vacation or beloved place

❤️  Memorialize a life well lived

❤️  Honor a loved one for who they are right now

Paintings from your Photographs. Transformed.

Your work of art can be transformed into a painting from most any camera photo or image regardless of the background. In addition, you may also be able to use a digital file you had someone else photograph as long as we have permission.

Send me a photo, or we can schedule a sitting.

Before and after of a painting commission of a little boy catching his first fish.

Your Memory Reimagined


Transform your favorite photograph into a heartfelt painted portrait.
A bridal portrait painting in gold frame, created from a snapshot in her gown. The original source photo also shown.

Your Wedding Photo Transformed


Transform your beloved wedding photo into a stunning painting.

A Modern Approach to Timeless Art


Unlike traditional artists who start from a blank canvas, my process begins with your photograph, reimagined and elevated through a blend of modern and traditional artistry.
Each painting commission begins with one or more reference photographs and is transformed into a work of art by blending photography and painting together through the use of digital painting software as the chosen medium.

This mixed-media approach combines a variety of tools — from modern electronic brushes to traditional oils and glazes on canvas. The collaboration takes place over a series of progress meetings, ensuring that every stage of the artwork aligns with your vision and feels true to the person you love. During this design phase, composition, lighting, and mood are refined until everything feels right.

Once approved, the artwork is printed on fine art canvas and finished by hand with oils and glazes, adding warmth, depth, and texture. The result is a portrait that looks unmistakably like the person you love — yet feels even more alive, and rivals the look and feel of an original oil painting.

⬇️  Watch the video of how your photos can be transformed into paintings!  ⬇️

 

What clients have to say...

 

"Magnificent."

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The private unveiling of the Grand Master's official portrait.

"Your paintings are more realistic than most other artists I had looked at. Working together was a great experience, as you communicated every step of the way. Seeing the finished product is really very exciting. It's magnificent."

-Grand Master, Masons of Massachusetts

"So Full of Life!"

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A very happy client proudly holding a pair of framed pet portrait paintings.

"Bobbie Bush is amazing. Professional, personal and her work is amazing. She did portraits of my two dogs and they are so beautiful and full of life!  I love having them hang in my dog training area. She was easy to work with and kept in touch throughout the whole process."

-Sarah

"A Million Thanks."

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Before and after portrait painting commission of a couple placed in front of a favorite location and colorful evening sunset sky.

"A million thanks for working with my sons on your extraordinary painting of Larry and I. A birthday surprise of the highest magnitude."

-Sandy

 

"Worth Every Penny."

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A delighted young boy holding his portrait painting proudly with a big smile on his face.

"I have thousands of photographs on my phone and yet none that were quite special enough to say "this is my James". I came across Bobbie and the paintings that she creates from snapshots and fell in love!  Worth every penny spent! Thank you for melting my heart."

-Jeanine

"Absolutely Perfect."

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A memorial pet portrait commission of a black and white dog, next to the original low resolution source photo.

"I cried when I saw it. It's like Lily is right here. I realize how perfect it is. Absolutely perfect. I can't thank you enough."

-Marybeth

 

It's easier than you think to Commission a Painting.

Professional black and white portrait of artist Bobbie Bush against a dark background.

"When we work together, you'll be guided through each step of the process, know what to expect, and there will be no surprises about a person's likeness. In the end, you'll have the custom painting you have always envisioned."  - Bobbie

 

A Guided Process That Makes It Easy


From our first discovery call to your finished painting, you’ll know exactly what to expect.

 

Simple gold graphic of an old school telephone..

1. Discover

Share your story and photos. Together we’ll talk through your vision, the subject’s personality, and what makes the image special.

Simple gold graphic of a painters palette and artist brush.

2. Create

Through a series of progress meetings, we work interactively together to transform your vision into a beautiful work of art.

Simple gold graphic of a heart inside a frame.

3. Love!

Just imagine enjoying your  custom art, remembering the heartfelt stories that are told through the painting every day.

⬇️   Listen to one man's heartfelt experience.   ⬇️

 

A fine art painting is a testament to who you love and what they mean to you.

 

Only 5 commissions accepted a month.

Will yours be one of them?