Foreword

 

 

 

I have been making custom paintings since 2016.  It all started when I made a portrait painting of my own dog, and thought this was something I could do for others as well.  Giving someone a painted portrait of their beloved animals was something that I felt could really add meaning to my art career.  I really enjoyed painting dogs and cats and I was learning the ins and outs of working with clients, receiving payments, and shipping artwork.  There was a lot that I had to learn and do and it felt a bit overwhelming at first.

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I lacked boundaries and confidence in my first years of working on commissions, and because of that I was stressed.  I was putting excessive pressure on myself, and I soon became burnt out and the joy I had originally felt for painting was nearly gone.  Nonetheless, I persevered and slowly moved forward.  Little by little, I felt more confident and I started setting healthy boundaries with clients.  I was taking my time to finish paintings and learning to enjoy the process again.  Now I'm back on track and happier than ever to do commission work!   

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I always strive to do my best work when making a commission painting.  I pay attention to important details whilst also keeping the painting fresh and with a painterly feel.  My goal is to capture the unique essence of the subject and bring the painting to "life"!

 

 

When you commission me, I will ask about the colours you'd like me to use, the format (portrait or landscape), and if there's any other details that you want me to incorporate.

 

I tend to be a "slow" artist.  I take my time to navigate the painting process and discover the best course of action.  If you have a set date that you need the painting by, please commission me at least two months in advance.

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I only make commissions with watercolour or graphite.  In the future I do plan to broaden the mediums that I work in.  

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I most commonly paint pet portraits (and other types of paintings that involve animals), but I'd gladly accept other types of commissions as well, such as human portraits and landscapes.  

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Reference photos are absolutely necessary for commissions. Please be sure to send me the highest quality picture(s) that you have of who, or what you want me to paint.

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Specifications 

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Sizes Available:

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8.5"x 11" | 9" x 12" | 11" x 15" | 15" x 18"

I prefer to work with the sizes listed above, however, sizing is flexible and definitely customizable. 

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Pricing and shipping:

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*Note: I live in Canada, so the prices shown here are in Canadian Dollars.  If you live in a different country, the cost to you will be relevant to the difference in the currency value.  Also, shipping outside of Canada may be pricier than shipping within Canadian borders.

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 Pricing will vary accordingly to size and subject matter.  Landscapes are (usually) on the lower end, pet portraits/animal paintings in the middle, and human portraits on the higher end.  My commission starting rate is $100, and can go up to $300+ depending on the factors previously mentioned.

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Before I can give you a definitive price for the painting, I will need to see the subject and know what size that you want the painting to be.  I'll also need to know where I will be shipping the painting to.  I usually use the most basic shipping from Canada Post, but you can ask for a tracking number on the parcel which will be an addition cost.  I include the shipping and handling costs in the final price that I give you.  

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Payment methods:  

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I accept payment by cheque, PayPal, E-transfer, and cash if I meet you in person.  I'll also accept smaller consecutive payments if you are unable to pay the full amount up front.  

*Note: the painting will only be shipped once the total payment has been made.

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If you have questions, please email me at artbycheyc@gmail.com

 

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Thank you for reading!

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