commissioning artwork
I am currently accepting commissions and can create artwork in a variety of subjects and several mediums. I work from photographs provided by the client or from photos that I have taken. Each piece of artwork is hand-drawn with artist-grade materials.
Content of this page:
-Art mediums with sizes and prices
-How to commission artwork
-Commissioned artwork photos
graphite pencil artwork
SIZES & PRICES
8x10 inches $184
10x13 inches $299
I use Staedtler Mars Lumograph graphite pencils or Caran d'Ache Grafwood graphite pencils on Strathmore 500 series Bristol plate paper. I apply matte finish Grumbacher Final Fixative once the artwork is completed.
colored pencil artwork
SIZES & PRICES
8x10 inches $272
10x13 inches $442
I use Prismacolor Premier (only the lightfast colors), Caran d'Ache Luminance, & or Faber-Castell Polychromos colored pencils on Strathmore 500 series Bristol vellum paper. I apply matte finish Grumbacher Final Fixative once the artwork is completed.
acrylic paintings
I use Liquitex acrylic paints on gallery wrapped heavy duty canvas primed with Liquitex Gesso. I apply Liquitex matte or high gloss varnish in several layers once the painting is completed. I wire the back of the paintings so these are ready to display right away.
pet portrait sketches
SIZE & PRICE
5X7 inches $35 1 subject only
Sketches are quick drawings with less detail than my regular drawings.
I use Caran d'Ache Luminance, Prismacolor Premier (only the light-fast colors), & or Faber Castell Polychromos colored pencils on Strathmore paper. I apply matte finish Grumbacher Final Fixative.
HOW TO COMMISSION ARTWORK
DEPOSIT
I require a 25% non-refundable deposit prior to starting commissioned artwork. Deposits are non refundable except in the unfortunate event where I would be unable to finish your artwork, whereby I will refund your deposit in full.
REFERENCE PHOTOS
I will need a high-resolution clear photo or two of the subject(s). If there are any unique details that you would like included in the artwork please be sure to include them in the photos if possible or let me know about them. If you need help picking out photos, I would be happy to help. Keep in mind, I can combine items from several of your photos to create one drawing or painting (notice the image showing the drawing created from two separate photos of cars). For automotive artwork, I may already have photos that can be used for the artwork. Just let me know what year, make, and model vehicle you want drawn.
TIME FRAME & APPROVAL
If the artwork is needed by a specific time, please let me know in advance and I will do what I can to accommodate your request. Please allow 2-3 weeks for the completion of most artwork and additional time for shipping. Larger artwork or artwork with full backgrounds may take longer to complete depending on the size and complexity of the piece. Acrylic paintings may require extra time for varnishing. Sketches will only take a day or two to complete. I can send progress photos via email or social media throughout the creative process.
Prior to starting a commission I can, upon request, create a preliminary sketch. If you approve of this preliminary sketch, I will start the artwork. This is helpful when there are several subjects in one piece of artwork. This will show the composition of the work. A watermarked image of the finished artwork will be emailed or texted to you for your approval. The watermark will not be on the finished artwork, it is only for web viewing. After your approval of the finished artwork, the remainder of the balance due is to be paid in full prior to shipping the artwork or delivering if local.
FRAMING & MATTING
Matting and framing can be provided for graphite and colored pencil artwork depending on the size. I will provide the framing and matting materials. The price for matting and framing depends upon the size of the artwork and it will affect the shipping price.
FINAL PAYMENT
Payment types accepted: MasterCard, Visa, and Discover through PayPal (no PayPal account is necessary to do this), PayPal, postal money orders, and personal checks. All payments must clear before I ship or deliver the artwork.
SHIPPING
I ship USPS mail. All artwork will be shipped within 3-5 business days after your approval and the final payment clears. The shipping prices are not included in my prices and may vary depending on the size of the artwork and the shipping location. If you need alternative shipping, please let me know.