Frequently asked questions

Getting a commissioned drawing or painting of something special to you is easy! Please see the process below and if you have any further questions please don't hesitate to send me an email to discuss your artwork requirements.
The payment process is really simple too...

Step 1: Discuss the idea for the drawing that you would like commissioned. Agree on a price and a time frame.

Step 2: I will send you a payment invoice via email for a 50% deposit.

Step 3: Click on the Verified safe PayPal link and follow the prompts to purchase and pay via
             Visa or Mastercard.

Step 4: I start your commission and send you progress pictures through out the whole process and once complete (normally 9-               30 working days) I will send an invoice for the balance to be payed once you are happy with you new art piece.

Step 5: I carefully wrap and post your art to your preferred address.

How do I commission a painting?
Send a message on my contact page.
Supply your contact details (your name, email address and/or a telephone number).
I will contact you within a day or two to discuss exactly what you have in mind.

How do I specify the subject-matter?
I have a large image library, but if you have your own photographs of any specific subject, you can send copies to me for reference purposes. 

Can I specify the style?
Please note that any painting commissioned will reflect the ballpoint pen style of artwork on this website or my acrylic technique where I mix the paint on the canvas as I paint.

How does payment for a commissioned painting work?
A price will be agreed upon and 50% deposit is payable before the drawing has begun. I will provide payment options. When you approve of the completed painting, the balance of your payment is payable.

What methods of payment can I use?
PayPal (Credit card, Debit card, Visa, Master card). No account with paypal is needed to pay using this form of payment or electronic funds transfer. I will provide you with my banking details.

Do I approve the painting as it progresses?
Yes. You and I will communicate throughout the process. I begin by drawing the subject and half way I send you a progress photo for your approval. I will then send you a photo of the completed drawing.

How long does shipping take?
Your carefully wrapped art will be posted DHL Express and takes from 5 to 7 working days, depending upon your location.

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