Hand-Painted Custom Guitar Body Artwork

I have an electric guitar that means a lot to me, and instead of buying another sticker or a stock finish, I want a real artist to hand-paint an original design straight onto the body. The idea I keep coming back to is a mix of a portrait and some abstract swirling color around it — think a face emerging from smoke or ink, with a band logo worked subtly into one corner near the lower bout. I am open to other directions too: a nature scene with mountains and a night sky, or a fully abstract splash-and-drip piece, as long as the final look feels intentional and not like random doodles.

The main condition is that this has to be done with paint and technique that will not change how the instrument plays or sounds — no heavy layers of resin, nothing that adds weight unevenly to the top versus the back, and nothing that will crack once the wood breathes with the seasons. I would like to see a sketch or digital mockup on a photo of my actual guitar before any paint touches the body, so I can approve the composition and colors first. The guitar will need to travel to me afterward, so packing it properly for shipping matters as much as the artwork itself.

What I am looking for from the artist:
— Portfolio of previous guitar or instrument painting work, not just canvas art
— Experience with paints and sealants that are safe for wood and will not affect resonance
— A concept sketch or mockup for approval before starting the actual painting
— Careful masking or removal of hardware, pickups and electronics before painting begins
— Clear photos at each stage so I can follow progress remotely
— Secure, guitar-appropriate packaging for the return shipment