commission information
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Do you have a character that you want to see brought to life by a professional illustrator?
Please take a look below to see what services are on offer!
Please take a look below to see what services are on offer!
Rates are listed in GBP currency but PayPal does handle all currency conversion automatically.
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sketch
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Monochrome or limited colour sketches are perfect for concept art, testing new designs, and expressing lively scenes.
Feel free to pick a base colour or a couple of spot colours for the important bits. Lines will be rough!! |
★ £50 - Bust shot
(+£40 per extra character) ★ £75 - Half body (+£60 per extra character) ★ £100 - Full body (+£75 per extra character) |
soft & flat colour
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Rough lines in full colour can really breathe life into your subject. The tones can be vibrant and saturated or pastel and soft, the choice is yours.
I usually add a simple gradient background by default, but you can also opt for plain white, patterned, or even transparent! |
★ £75 - Bust shot
(+£60 per extra character) ★ £120 - Half body (+£90 per extra character) ★ £160 - Full body (+£120 per extra character) |
1) soft Using CSP's airy colorize filter as a base
2) flat flat colours, gradients, and limited shading
Painted Colour
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I use a more detailed painterly method with cleaner, minimal lineart for this style, which is well suited for bigger, more illustrative pieces.
I usually add a simple gradient background by default, but you can also opt for plain white, patterned, or even transparent! |
★ £200 - Bust shot
(+£150 per extra character) ★ £400 - Half body (+£300 per extra character) ★ £600 - Full body (+£450 per extra character) |
reference sheets
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At last, the clear and accurate character ref sheets you've always dreamed of!
Flat colour + gradient style. Fully customisable with angled turnarounds, colour palettes, expression heads, detail highlights, a fashion/weapon/item showcase, and all the explanatory text you could want~ 75% discounted cost for each additional figure that uses the same base, for multiple outfits for example :) |
★ £150 - Half body base
half body back and front ★ £200 - Full body base full body back and front +£75 per extra half body +£100 per extra full body +£30 per detail highlight +£50 per base head shot |
will draw
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f.a.q. section1. ordering // 2. payment // 3. completion // 4. problems
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1. ordering
How do your slots work, and can I get on the waiting list?
My slots are not first-come-first-serve, nor are they hand-picked by me.
Because in the past I've become overwhelmed with emails the moment I opened commissions, public slots now have a lottery system in the interest of fairness. I will post a link to a google form where you can input your contact details, which will enter you in the lottery. Then I will do a random name drawing a few days later to fill up the waiting list. I'll always post status updates on when more public waiting list places are likely to become available on my [twitter] and [tumblr], although I certainly won't be opening up public slots until next year due to my current workload!
I am in the process of creating an automatic mailing list for those who might like to be notified personally when the slot lottery goes live. Stay tuned :)
If you're desperate for artwork sooner, I'm aiming to do another little sketch commission art event for patrons over on [patreon] around the end of summer/autumn 2021, and will certainly be posting about it everywhere when I do.
I've never ordered art before and have no idea what to do...
No problem at all, I've drawn for countless first time commissioners, you're in good hands! Check out the [ordering guide] to see what information you're going to need, then read through this FAQ, and ask me all the questions you need to ♥
I want something that isn't listed as an option, would it be okay to ask you about it?
So long as it isn't in my "won't draw" list, feel free to enquire about it.
I don't know exactly what I want... can you help me decide?
Sure! We can discuss ideas and will work it out together. I encourage you to rely on my experience :D
My character has a pretty complicated design, can you still draw them?
I can, but there would be an extra charge for heavily detailed characters and outfits as they take much more time to draw. The more visual references you can get me the better.
Is it okay to ask you for progress sketches along the way so I can request edits?
Of course, I make it standard policy to send them at specific stages! For sketch type, I will send a rough WIP (work-in-progress image) when working out the pose. For coloured works, I will send you a WIP at both the sketch and lineart stages. I can even send additional WIPs when we're trying to work out the desired colouring too.
If we're already into the drawing process and you have a large number of things you want me to change that would alter your piece quite drastically, it's customary to send a tip to cover additional time spent--but make sure you ask if I can do it first!
I don't have a set design for my character/their outfit/their weapon, can you design it for me?
Yeah I'm happy to do that, although designing things from scratch usually incurs an additional cost dependant on what exactly you'd like me to create. If you can collect reference and inspiration images of the kind of result you're looking for, and even scribble it out for me, this will help me a lot, rather than just a description.
What's the limit on the number of characters I can have in any one drawing?
No limit, go nuts! I'll also discount the price for a high number of subjects.
What file size do I get? Can I get multiple sizes for different purposes?
Sure, just ask. The final dimensions vary greatly depending on the piece itself. For half body shots and up, I'll usually try to send you a version that's 1000 px (on its longest side) at the minimum, and at 300dpi suitable for printing. I may be able to provide a larger size image if you request it. If you need your artwork to be a certain size, please let me know before I make a start.
Can you add things like text to the artwork?
Sure thing!
I want a drawing that includes a licensed character from a film/TV show/game/novel. Is that allowed?
Absolutely! So long as you send me image references of said characters, anything is possible, baby.
How can I trust you...?
I've drawn literally about a thousand commissions for people over a span of a decade and built up a sizeable supportive client base across various social media. Check out some of [these testimonials] my customers have written to give you an idea of what to expect from me. I'm on the level, I promise!
I'm not sure if the price will be too high for me... is it okay if I ask for a quote anyway?
Of course. If it turns out the commission you want is not in your price range I will completely understand if you want to back out before we start, please don't feel as though it's impolite to do so. Maybe I can draw for you another time :)
2. payment
What payment methods do you accept?
PayPal. I can also send you an invoice for a bank transfer via PayPal even if you haven't registered an account yourself. I do not accept any other methods of payment at this time.
How do I use PayPal?
Check out my handy little [invoicing guide] to help you through the payment process!
Is it okay if I send you a tip along with payment, or afterwards?
Aw absolutely! You can include it along with your invoice payment, or you can tip via [ko-fi] or [paypal]. Though of course not necessary, even the smallest tip is appreciated. Thank you so much for supporting what I do!!
Can I pay you half now and half later?
For returning clients, I'm more than happy for 50% of the total cost to be paid first, and the remaining 50% after a work-in-progress (WIP) has been sent to you. Know that the artwork will be heavily watermarked until payment is complete though.
For new clients, the total cost of the commission must be paid up front. I'm happy for the invoice to be paid off in instalments comfortable to you, just know that work will not begin until full payment has been received.
Can I get a discount?
If you're one of my patrons from [patreon] then sure, it's one of the perks ♥
How do you calculate your prices?
The base prices you see above were calculated by time + effort. The total cost of a commission is the base cost + any extras. It really depends on what you'd like and what your budget is.
Your prices are too high.
Well there's the back button!
3. completion
How long will it take to finish my commission?
The turnaround can differ from a week to two months, depending on artwork complexity, the number of other active orders, and real-life obligations. I will give you a personalised completion estimate (the ETA) when you place your order and update you if things are looking any different. I will always try to keep you in the loop! Feel free to contact me if the ETA has passed to ask for a status update on your order. You are not a bother and I would be happy to speak to you.
Can I get it by Thursday? I need a rush order!!
Please please please order any time-sensitive commissions well in advance. However, if you really do need it quickly, I'll usually be able to offer a rush service at an additional cost suitable to the size of the piece.
I noticed that you livestream when drawing. Can I watch you draw my commission?
Since I tend to stream very sporadically I wouldn't be able to schedule it for you specifically, no sorry.
May I post my commission online? Is it okay to crop it or edit it?
Go ahead and post the completed artwork all you want! (not the WIPs though thanks) Credit given to me is not required but definitely appreciated, especially if you have chosen to crop/resize the image down to a desired focus. Using it in graphic design or website themes is fine too. Please don't edit the artwork directly though. If you would like something changing do just ask me, it's not a bother!
Can I use my new artwork for anything? Can I sell it at cons/online/in stores? Can I use it for my project?? Can I --
Absolutely not. You are NOT buying a commercial license to your artwork. Please make no attempt to sell it or include it in projects that will be sold. If you are interested in buying a commercial license, you'll need to ask me about that specifically.
Can I get a high resolution image of my artwork so I can print and frame it? Can I get it printed onto personal apparel?
Of course, I will always give you the 300 dpi version suitable for printing at a clear resolution. Feel free to use your commissioned artwork as a design to print on personal apparel or items, so long as you make no attempt to sell them for profit (but do send photos of printed works to me, I would just love to see them!) If you know for a fact that you'll need a specific size, to fit a frame for example, be sure to let me know when you place the order. It's a little tougher to edit it afterwards!
Can I have my piece shipped to me?
It's possible that I may be able to print your artwork and ship it to you for an additional fee relevant to the size of the print and what country I would be shipping to. Please ask well in advance as it depends on where I'm working at the time and what printers I have access to.
My piece is not quite right... can I ask for edits?
I'm always happy to make small edits along the way, of course, that's what the back-and-forth WIP process is for. Even after the final version has been completed, I'm fine making little adjustments so don't be afraid to ask! If you have a large number of things you want me to change that would alter your piece quite drastically, it's customary to send a tip to cover additional time spent--but make sure you ask if I can do it first!
4. problems
Where's my artwork? It's later than the ETA you gave me!
I do apologise for any lateness, it happens. Feel free to contact me if the completion estimate (the ETA) has passed to ask for a status update on your order. You are not a bother and I would be happy to speak to you.
Um, I changed my mind about what I want.
If I have accepted your commission very recently, requesting minor changes is usually totally fine! But if you're looking to get a drastically different piece, it may not be possible if work on your original order has already begun, or else incur an additional charge for the time spent. Please get in touch ASAP if you're looking to amend your order in any way.
I'm not happy with the finished result... can I get a refund?
I'm sorry if that's the case, but I'm afraid I cannot offer you a refund if you have already received the finished piece as my service has already been completed; this is the nature of commissioned artwork. The WIP process is there for just this purpose, though I'm more than happy to make small changes for you though, just ask. I aim to please!
Question not answered?
Shoot me an email and I'll get back to you within the next few days ✌️
For all enquiries, or to get quotes please email me at:
Shoot me an email and I'll get back to you within the next few days ✌️
For all enquiries, or to get quotes please email me at: