Contrary to popular belief, it is quite possible to commission your own personal piece at an affordable price.

Paintings, sculptures and applied artworks are wonderful to help finish off a space in the home or garden, celebrate a special day, or commemorate something you want to remember for ever - and we can't imagine a more special wedding or birthday present.

Ideas to consider include

• a portrait of a relative, both adults and children, painted or drawn or cast as a bronze bust
• a portrait of a special animal such as a family dog or horse
• a statement piece in bronze or wood for your garden
• one-off designer applied artworks ranging from vases to awards to items of jewellery