Commissions

Where do I start?
The commissioning process begins with an e-mail to me.   I will endeavour to return your e-mail within 2 days. 
Once the conversation begins we can talk about your painting in more detail. When people approach me to paint for them they sometimes have something particular in mind. It could be something sentimental like a beach they grew up near, or something simple from their imagination or something similar to what they see on this website.  If you see something here you would like I will do my best to paint it again, but realistically no two paintings ever come out the same. We will discuss the size of your painting and detail involved and agree on a completion time up front. A down payment of 30% is required before painting commences.


How much can I expect to pay?
This will depend on how large or small you want the painting to be and the extent of the detail required. If you email me I can give you a rough guide to pricing to the sizes of paintings.

Can you work from a photograph? 
Yes. I prefer to work from a clear image, preferable digital and in Jpeg format. Please note:- the photograph must be your own, and not one  uploaded from the internet (Photographic websites, Google images/Flikr etc) without the owner's permission as this is illegal a breach of copyright.   I prefer my work to be original and not based on anyone's artistic photographic compositions. No photographer would want to visit this site and see a painting of his photographic work.                   

How long will my painting take to paint?
If I already have a commission in progress I will let you know when your painting can begin. Duration will depend on the size of your painting and the amount of detail involved. Please allow up to 10 weeks for completion once the painting has been started. Small pieces may only take up to 5-6 weeks. Once completed I will e-mail you an image of the finished painting for your final approval.  

What if I am not happy with my painting or change my mind?
I want you to be completely happy with your painting and think it is important that you can see how the work is progessing on a regular basis. However, if you are really not happy with the completed painting before shipping, then you are not obliged to make the balance of the payment. If, on the other hand, you just decide to change your mind about the commissions then please be aware that you will lose your deposit.  In the unlikely event that you are not completely satisfied with the painting when you receive it just return it to me within 30 days and a refund of the balance, plus shipping, will be given. Prints can be fully refunded if returned undamaged.  
 
How do I pay for my painting?
For paying on-line I can provide a Paypal account. Alternatively, from Ireland, you can send me a personal cheque. From abroad, you would 
need to send an international bankers draft, made out in Euro to the required amount and cashable in an Irish bank.

How will you send it to me?
The work will be bubble-wrapped, re-enforced, boxed and sent using registered postage or if necessary the work can be couriered. Please be aware that the shipping cost, and insurance, is in addition to the cost of the commission itself. I will be able to provide an indicative cost of the shipping/insurance before any work gets started. All work comes with a certificate of authenticity. 

Will you publish or make prints and cards of my painting afterwards?
As the artist I retain the copyright to all work produced and therefore the right to make copies of my work in print or greeting card form, but if you do not wish for this to be the case with your commission I will respect your wishes.  I do like to add all work done to this site for the benefit of others viewing my work. However, if you prefer me not to then the image will not appear on this site or anywhere else.   I do not publish work until the recipient of the painting has received the work.