What is a commissioned work and what exactly do I get?
A commission is a unique interpretation of your reference photograph. Often, it may have a "realistic" character but not always, especially when working in watercolour. Your basic options include:
Medium - Watercolour paint or pencil
Subject - Portrait (eg - person or pet), or image/scene (eg - landscape). If you have something else in mind, use the Contact & Order Form to inquire. The completed, client-approved work is carefully packaged and shipped unframed.
What sizes are available?
Realistic Drawing portraits are currently available in 4 standard sizes (6" x 8", 8" x 10", 11" x 14" and 16" x 20") while Watercolour Painting portraits/images are also currently available in 4 standard sizes (11" x 14", 16" x 20", 20" x 30" and 24" x 36"). Custom sizes for your specific needs are available upon request. Please use the Contact & Order Form below to enquire about availability.
Typically how long will it take to complete my piece?
Commissions are done on a first come, first serve basis. On occasions, multiple projects are being worked on, at different stages of development. Typically, a commissioned piece will require 2-8 weeks of (elapsed) time between commencement and completion.
Do you use reference photos or in-studio sittings to create portrait commissions?
What materials do you use?
How is my piece packaged?
Every reasonable effort is made to ensure that your commissioned drawing/painting is delivered and received without damage. Your piece will be packaged in either a clear sleeve with rigid cardboard inserts front and back of your artwork or, in a sturdy cardboard box. I have safely delivered several commissions already, with zero incidents of in-transit damage which is typically undertaken by a professional courier company.
How is my piece shipped and do you ship worldwide?
What is the cost of a commissioned artwork?
Prices for my most popular standard sizes are:
6" x 8" - US $155
8" x 10" - US $255
11" x 14" - US $500
20" x 30" - US $1,950
24" x 36" - US $2,750
Custom sizes available upon request, up to 16" x 20" for pencil and up to 24" x 36" for watercolour.
*Prices subject to change without prior notice*
How do I pay?
Payment may be done online using either of the following methods:
- Credit and Debit Card payments through Paypal
- Direct bank transfers (bank information provided upon request)