Commissioning artwork... 1st step

I work in most mediums and also undertake some figure, technical, illustrative and some specific architectural work. I would be very happy to discuss any aspect of my work, together with your needs and requirements.

Also, I would really appreciate your constructive comments about my work, together with any suggestions for improvements. It's always good to hear what other people think, and improve through constructive criticism.

I have set out the following form to ease this process. I have found the workflow of this form to work very well.  However, if you do not wish to take this initial approach, please click here

I really look forward to working with you...

Regards,

Please provide your name, your company, contact details, and the background to the project. Are you the actual client, or a commissioning agent? What will be the final usage: magazine, posters, website, mixed media, etc.? Will you have final sign-off, or someone else?  May I contact them directly?  Who is actually paying for the artwork, and how?

NB. The shortest and most direct decision path between myself (the artist) and the actual decision maker (the client), will result in the most accurate, timely and complete artwork that will meet the end-users requirements.

For technical illustrations, prices reflect the subject, complexity, deadline, required format, and also any research or travel expenses that my be incurred - we always supply full expense breakdowns and time sheets.

Prices usually start at approximately £500 and upwards, although this depends on the amount of work involved, the illustration style, level of detail, materials, level of research and the anticipated deadline. Please call +44 (0) 7797 755705 if you need clarification.

As a client you will able to view work progress, download previews and data relative to your projects from a private, secure individual client area on this web site. Changes may be viewed (be agreement) as soon as they are completed or on demand. This form of communication allows for rapid approval of adjustments and concept updates. The final digital artwork will then be delivered to you by: CD, DVD, email, FTP, PDF, or proof print.

Please state the type of work you may be interested in, together with the requested medium (whether digital or traditional mediums - gold leaf, acrylic, oil, pastel, water-colour, pen & ink etc.).

Thinking about commissioning artwork?  I have been through this process many many times, and one of the most critical phases in commissioning artwork is setting out the initial specification and expectations so there are no surprises to either party.