commission information
Do you have an idea for a picture that you'd like to see drawn? Got a character that needs a look? Searching for a personalised gift for a loved one? Do you quite fancy my drawing style? awh, thanks! Take a look below to see what services are on offer :D
This is the page detailing standard character illustrations. If you'd like to enquire about anything else, such as graphic design work, commercial, or contract work, my business email is muffin.illustration@gmail.com
All prices listed below are in USD and GBP currency but PayPal does handle all currency conversion automatically!
This is the page detailing standard character illustrations. If you'd like to enquire about anything else, such as graphic design work, commercial, or contract work, my business email is muffin.illustration@gmail.com
All prices listed below are in USD and GBP currency but PayPal does handle all currency conversion automatically!
sketch
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Monochrome or limited colour sketches are perfect for concept art, testing new designs, or expressing lively action scenes.
Feel free to pick a base colour palette or a couple of spot colours for the important bits! Lines will be rough around the edges. |
★ $40 - Bust shot
(+$20 per extra character) ★ $60 - Half body (+$30 per extra character) ★ $80 - Full body (+$40 per extra character) |
★ £35 - Bust shot
(+£15 per extra character) ★ £50 - Half body (+£25 per extra character) ★ £65 - Full body (+£35 per extra character) |
soft colour & flat colour
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Rough lineart 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! |
★ $50 - Bust shot
(+$20 per extra character) ★ $75 - Half body (+$25 per extra character) ★ $100 - Full body (+$50 per extra character) |
★ £40 - Bust shot
(+£15 per extra character) ★ £60 - Half body (+£20 per extra character) ★ £80 - Full body (+£40 per extra character) |
soft colour - using CSP's airy colorize filter as a base
flat colour - flat filling colours with limited cel shading
Painted Colour
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I use a more detailed painterly method with cleaner lineart for this style, perfect for bigger pieces.
I usually add a simple gradient background by default, but you can also opt for plain white, patterned, or even transparent! |
★ $75 - Bust shot
(+$40 per extra character) ★ $125 - Half body (+$75 per extra character) ★ $200 - Full body (+$100 per extra character) |
★ £60 - Bust shot
(+£35 per extra character) ★ £100 - Half body (+£60 per extra character) ★ £165 - Full body (+£80 per extra character) |
full illustration
These babies are large, background-inclusive one-offs and are usually saved for clients wanting specialised book covers or concept illustration, but feel free to ask if I have a slot open for them.
$150/£125+
(price fully dependant on content)
$150/£125+
(price fully dependant on content)
will draw
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please email me at:
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This is what the order form looks like!
PayPal email: (the email address I will send the invoice to)
Commission type and size: (sketch/colour + bust shot/half body/full body)
Number of characters: (the number of subjects you want drawn)
Character details: (a short summary of the most important details of the visual references, and a few words to describe your character's personality is usually enough!)
How would you like them drawn?: (a short description of what you had in mind for this piece. If you can't quite decide, it's okay to list off some ideas for me to choose from!)
Please remember that visual references are very important. Even if you don't have any art drawn of your character already, I'm happy to design them for a small fee. Images of the clothing you'd like them to wear, IRL face claims, even photos of how you would like them posed will really help me to capture them for you! Google Images is your friend :D
If you have successfully gotten a place on the waiting list, please take note of the form above and gather all relevant information ready for when I can take your order! You may use the attach files button to send as many visual references as necessary, or if your images are already hosted elsewhere on the internet, you can paste links to them in the email.
I'll try always try to respond to you ASAP, but if I haven't replied in a few days, hit me up!
I'll try always try to respond to you ASAP, but if I haven't replied in a few days, hit me up!
f.a.q.
1. ordering // 2. payment // 3. completion // 4. problems
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1. ordering
How can I get on the waiting list?
If all the places on the waiting list are full, I'm afraid you're out of luck. I'll always post status updates on when more waiting list places are likely to become available on my twitter and tumblr! How it works is: I post a link to a form where you can enter your contact details, and then I will do a random name drawing a few days later to fill up the list again.
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 send me a message.
I don't know exactly what I want... can you help me decide?
Sure! Just send me an email with your ideas and we can work it out together :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. Also with armour specifically, the more 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 anyway! 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.
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, this will help me a lot, rather than just a description on its own!
What's the limit on the number of characters I can have in any one drawing?
No limit, go nuts :D
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, at 300dpi. I may be able to provide a larger image more suitable to printing 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'm trained as a graphic designer so that wouldn't be an issue.
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 hundreds of 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 don't have an account.
How do I use PayPal?
Check out this handy little guide I made 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 click the Ko-fi link below for a link to my donation page. Even the smallest tip is hugely appreciated, thank you so much!!
Can I pay you half now and half later? Can I pay afterwards?
I would really prefer to be paid in full before work on your piece begins, but I understand this is not always possible when waiting on a pay cheque etc. I'm 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.
Can I get a discount?
Have you ordered a whole bunch of commissions from me previously? Then yeah buddy! I can give you a loyalty discount ♥
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 a month, depending on the number of other customers in the queue and real life obligations. I will give you a personalised 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 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.
Can I get it by Thursday? I need a rush order!!
Please please please order any time-sensitive commissions at least a month 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, 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 directly!
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. However, 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 (Feel free to send photos of printed works to me, I would 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! 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. I'm more than happy to make small changes for you though, just ask. I aim to please!