02/09/2026
In this video shares the process of working with a client on a commissioned surfboard painting for a live event.
This video is shot inside Drew’s art gallery in San Clemente CA California, February 2026.
This particular surfboard painting commission was painted at a live event of one of the world‘s largest accounting firms.
The painting itself captured the theme of the event, which was the southern California beach 🏝️ and surfing lifestyle.
Drew shares his process for a commission like this, which includes a creative talk with the client to drill down what’s important to them and the theme they want in the painting, the sketch ✍️ process, and then how he paints part of the surfboard before the event and leaves the center portion unpainted so they can watch it come to life before their eyes 👀 .
He also adds an experiential element during the live event, where he will invite the guests to add a little color.
This surfboard painting turned out really good, don’t you think? 😎 Now it’s on its way to its final resting place in Denver, Colorado. ⚡️
