Dreaming of a fish? Me too!

Let’s make it happen! Review my commissions FAQ and then fill out the form below. Each fish is handmade with love in my studio in Portland, Oregon. Commissions take roughly 1-2 months to be ready depending on the size of the work.

Four carved wooden fish plaques with painted patterns, arranged vertically on a white background.

    1. You fill out the interest form and tell me about your vision.

    2. I’ll review the form and let you know if it’s feasible, and I’ll ask a few clarifying questions before offering a price estimate. I can provide photo examples of fish and glazes.

    3. If you accept, you pay 50% of the estimate up front.

    4. I create the fish, slowly dry it until it’s bone-dry, fire it for the first time, wax and glaze it, fire it for the second time, and sand the bottom before packing it up securely.

    5. I’ll notify you in 4-8 weeks when the piece is ready to be shipped or picked up.

    6. You’ll pay the next 50%, and I’ll ship the fish and provide a tracking number.

  • Production times vary based on the size and complexity of your piece. I’ll provide an estimate based on our initial conversations, but most pieces take 4-8 weeks from start to finish.

  • Yes! I can ship fish within the United States or make them available for pick-up in Portland, Oregon. Customers cover the price of shipping & handling, and I provide a cost estimate in advance.

  • I require 50% of the cost of the piece up front, and 50% upon completion along with shipping & handling. This allows me to cover the cost of materials before beginning the work.

  • Fill out the commission form below and I’ll follow up. For general questions you can message me on Instagram @the.fish.dish or use my website contact form.

  • I price my works based on the complexity, materials and time required. I’ll provide a cost estimate up front for the fish and shipping & handling.

  • To ensure I can delight you and bring your vision to life, I’m selective about which commissions I accept and when. I’m a one-woman show, so during particularly busy times of year, I may close commissions temporarily.

    I also don’t work with rude people, so please be kind, or else things might get a little awkward.

  • I offer coral wall hangings for local pick-up in Portland, Oregon but do not ship them at this time.

  • All commissions are final purchase- I do not offer returns & exchanges unless your fish was damaged in transport. Please contact me if this is the case.

  • It brings me so much joy to collaborate on a fish with a complete stranger. Something about it is hilarious, and I love knowing that we’re creating something one-of-a-kind that you, your family or friends will cherish for years to come.

Commissions FAQ