Perfect
for
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Buyer closing gifts
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Seller thank-you gifts
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First-time homebuyers
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Luxury client gifting
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Relocation and farewell gifts
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Clients leaving a beloved home
Why realtors choose
house portraits
Whether it’s a first home, a family home, or a house filled with years of memories, a custom portrait turns a closing gift into a keepsake clients can display and enjoy for years.
A thoughtful gift helps a relationship continue beyond the transaction. Unlike consumables or generic gifts, a house portrait becomes part of the client’s home — a lasting reminder of a place, a milestone, and the experience of getting there.
From a Realtor
“I commissioned a custom watercolor house portrait from Sara of Swil Arts as a closing gift because I wanted to give my client something meaningful, original, and very personal. Sara was responsive, collaborative, and professional. She took the time to understand my why and capture the best angle of the home. The final artwork was better than I anticipated—rich in color, full of depth, and something I was genuinely excited to give. I would certainly recommend Sara to fellow real estate colleagues looking for a beautiful closing gift for buyers, sellers, or anyone wanting a lasting piece of art.”
— Ben Crosby, Real Estate Agent, Compass
What’s
included
Every house portrait commission includes:
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Original watercolor artwork created by hand
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Collaborative concept consultation
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Matting and framing selected to complement the artwork
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Certificate of authenticity
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High-resolution digital reproduction
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Coloring line artwork version of the artwork
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Personal delivery within San Diego County
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Art care guide
Optional
upgrades
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Handwritten note from the realtor
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Direct delivery to the recipient
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Rush turnaround (subject to availability)
Pricing
House portrait commissions begin at $750 for a matted and framed 8×10 original watercolor, ready for gifting and display.
Larger sizes and custom formats are available.
Timeline
Most commissions are completed within 1–3 weeks, depending on size, complexity, and current availability.
If you’re working toward a specific closing date, please reach out and we’ll do our best to accommodate your timeline.
Looking for additional
client gifts?
Looking for gifts at different price points? Swil Arts also offers a curated collection of artist-designed San Diego keepsakes that work well for client appreciation, holiday gifting, relocation gifts, welcome baskets, and event giveaways.
Available products include:
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San Diego coloring book
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Art prints
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Greeting cards
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Ceramic coasters
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Artisan chocolates
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Seasonal and custom gifts
About
swil arts
We are a San Diego-based watercolor studio creating small-batch illustrations of local life, meaningful places, and moments worth remembering. The studio is women-owned and LGBTQ-owned, with a commitment to local production, eco-conscious practices, carbon-neutral shipping, and charitable giving.
ready to create a meaningful
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