Please read the following policy carefully before requesting a commission. Placing a commission means you agree to these terms.
1. Payment
- Full payment (or a [50% non-refundable deposit]) is required before I begin work.
- Payments are accepted via [your payment methods].
- Work will not start until payment is received.
2. Process
- I will provide [sketches / drafts / WIPs] for approval before finalizing the artwork.
- Once a stage is approved, major changes may incur an additional fee.
- I reserve the right to decline a commission if it falls outside my skill set or comfort zone.
3. Revisions
- [X] minor revisions are included in the price.
- Additional revisions or major changes (e.g., pose, composition, concept changes after approval) may be subject to extra charges.
- Revisions requested after the final delivery are not guaranteed.
4. Timeline
- Estimated turnaround time is [time range], depending on complexity and current workload.
- Deadlines must be discussed before payment.
- I will communicate any delays as soon as possible.
5. Usage & Rights
- By default, commissions are for personal use only.
- Commercial use (e.g., merchandise, branding, resale) requires an additional fee and must be discussed in advance.
- I retain the right to display the artwork in my portfolio and on social media unless otherwise agreed upon.
- The artwork may not be altered, traced, or claimed as your own.
6. Refunds & Cancellations
- Deposits are non-refundable once work has started.
- If the commission is canceled mid-process, no refund will be given for completed work.
- If I am unable to complete your commission, you will receive a refund for any unfinished portion.
7. Communication
- Please provide clear references and respond in a timely manner.
- Extended inactivity ([e.g., 14–30 days]) may result in the commission being considered abandoned, with no refund.
If you have any questions, feel free to ask before commissioning. I’m happy to clarify anything!