| COMMISSIONS |
| About the Artwork All original drawings are rendered in quality graphite and charcoal pencils on acid free, heavy weight, archival quality Bristol smooth paper, drawn from a photograph. Quality workable fixative is applied during the drawing process and after completion, to protect the drawing from damage. All works are done completely by hand without using any graphic technology. Time Taken Patience and attention to detail are my strengths to achieve realistic, yet artistic results. Hence, time taken to draw a portrait depends on the complexity of the subject. Once I receive the photo, I�ll usually take, not more than, 3 � 5 weeks from the start date (which will be notified by email) depending upon my workload. I will make every attempt to finish the work by the given time limit, although I reserve the right to exceed the time frame. If you do have a target date, please mention while ordering, and I�ll do my best to fit in Tips to pick the right photograph More detailed the photo(s), more realistic the drawing will be. In case you don�t want to send photos, for fear of losing, you can send high-resolution scanned images. Be it a photo or a scanned image, following are the requirements to get better results. - A photo taken in a studio is perfect, or something very similar. - Photograph that is clearly focused and shows the details of the subject with proper lighting. - The head of the subject should be at least 2 inches tall in the photo. All photos will be returned, in the same condition as it was received, along with the original artwork. How to arrange a commissioned portrait - Please send an email to [email protected] with your name and contact information and your specific request (e.g.: number of subject(s), background, size, expected date and other preferences, if any.) - Provide a detailed photo(s) by post or email - Upon receipt of the photo, a quote will be furnished to you that best fits your request. You may get an idea about the rates in the Pricing page. - 50% deposit by certified cheque, money order or cash (in Canadian dollars) is required before commencing the work. - Upon receipt of the deposit, the work is commenced and the final version is scanned and sent to you by email for your viewing and acceptance. - Once I receive the final payment (balance 50%) plus shipping and handling, the artwork and the reference photos will be sent in a non-bendable mailer to you. The artist has the ownership of the portrait until the complete payment is received. The copyright of the artwork remains with the artist and the work may possibly be displayed in this gallery. |