More info is needed about your Commission Request...
More info is needed about your Commission Request...
Great! You are interested in contacting me for a commission, thank you! But there are a few things I need to know BEFORE, or at least when you contact me. The FAQs may also help you to know more about what I do, too.
Size of the Painting?
Size of the Painting?
The size of the desired painting is a major factor in a Commission. Click the button below to see common Canvas Sizes to help in your decision.
- I can suggest a best fit size, if desired, especially after seeing a photo.
- Artistic license is defined as "an artist is accorded leeway in his or her interpretation of something and is not held strictly accountable for accuracy." Artists are fond of this.
Commissions are Open!
Artist Statement: I do not at this time paint portraits of people. As you can tell from my Gallery pages, my preferences are to paint animals, nature, houses, landscapes, water, etc. Pet portraits are welcome.
When do you need the Painting?
When do you need the Painting?
Many artists will post when they are taking Commissions with "Commissions Open" or "Commissions Closed" which I will do as needed too. Realize that although painting in acrylics - which dry fairly quickly, there is still a curing period at various steps and varnishing when it is completed. If a holiday or gifting is pending and a commission is needed by a specific date, I'll let you know if it can be completed in time. Also, time would need to be considered if shipping!
Are you considering a Pet Portrait?
Please have several good quality, clear images of your furry friend so that I can clearly see why he, she, or it is the apple luv-bug of your eye. Let me know if there is a specific setting, position, background color, a favorite toy or any other information that you wish to include or exclude from the photo(s). And I definitely need to know your pet's name!
What are the basics for a commission?
We will discuss the subject and timeframe and expectations between both of us. A pricing structure will be prepared, a contract agreement signed, and a 1/2 non-refundable payment will be made before work begins. This is standard art world procedure. According to the agreement made, the final payment will be made before the artwork is handed over to the client.
Do you have Photographs of your Subject to be Painted?
Do you have Photographs of your Subject to be Painted?
Having good quality reference photos help both the artist and the client's expectations when communicating the subject of the Commission.
Where are you located?
This is something I must know in order to know how the painting is getting to you, whether you are picking it up or we are shipping it. With the costs of shipping these days...that cost must be considered.