Private Commissions
Extending your polaroid’s story with non-toxic chalk pastels. Each artwork is accompanied by custom prose.
I draw the things I cannot fully express with words. Moments when I look at my dog and hope he would live forever; moments when I have to drink on a Whatsapp call because I moved to London and my friends are still in New York; and moments when I appreciate the whimsy of something I saw in London. Perhaps my artworks can help give form to the indescribable moments that move you.
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Stop and Smell the Flowers Kind of Boy
My dog little Freddy loves to take his sweet time. I bring him to Regent’s Park every now and then. These are the flowers from our recent visit.
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Squirrel!
Little Freddy loves squirrels. He chases after them and barks at them. He also has a cat nemesis. This was a rarer red squirrel I saw before I got Little Freddy.
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A Shot of Whiskey
I don’t drink much nowadays. But every now and then, I toast to new beginnings, amazing friendships, and reaching the big milestones in life.
Sample Milestones
Milestone 1: Confirm Composition
2 rounds of 3 thumbnail sketches by pen or pencil
Milestone 2: Confirm Colour Palette
3 colour study sketches
Note: do bear in mind that colours can look different under different lighting in your home
Milestone 3: Confirm Image to be Sent to Printers
Colour correct the scanned polaroid
Milestone 4: Confirm Printed Image
Size and place the polaroid according to the agreed composition and send the image to the printers for 2 copies (takes around 5 days)
Note: Sometimes minor colour shifts can happen because of screen / printer calibration
Milestone 5: Final Approval and Full Payment
Complete drawing as per agreed composition and colour palette
Due to the nature of chalk pastels, revisions are not possible but I am happy to complete a second drawing if desired, based on feedback, but only 1 of the 2 will be delivered upon full payment
Milestone 6: Dispatch via FedEx
Commission Fees
The standard size is 6 x 8 inch (15.2 x 20.2 cm) which will fit comfortably in a 11 x 14 inch (27.9 x 35.6 cm) frame. Experience starts at 3,500 GBP with free FedEx delivery and full coverage of import taxes as well as customs duties for eligible locations. This includes US, UK, Canada, Japan, Switzerland, and countries within the EU.
Sample Commission Terms
In addition to the general terms in the Terms and Conditions, which includes but is not limited to the Delivery Policy, Return Policy, and Copyright Policy, there are additional terms for art commissions which can be tailored to your needs. Below are some of the template terms.
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After the Artist receive all necessary information and the 50% non-refundable deposit, the Artist aims to deliver the artwork within 2 months. However, this may not be possible because the commission is subject to external factors, such as your timely response and the timely delivery of any intermediary services (e.g. art supplies or printing companies).
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Chalk Copenhagen chalk pastels: non-toxic, and lightfast, handmade with local chalk from the Stevns Cliffs in Denmark
St Cuthberts Mill Somerset Enhanced Velvet: 255gsm, 100% cotton, acid-free, archival, made with traditional cylinder moulds
Spectrafix FinalFinal Fix Advanced Fixative: archival quality non-toxic formula inspired by Degas recipe
Image giclée printed with archival quality Epson Ultrachrome K3 inks by Metro Imaging: Metro holds a royal warrant as a photographic printer and supplier
* While unlikely, materials, suppliers, packaging, and delivery may be subject to change due to availability. Any changes will be communicated with the Collector.
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All orders to eligible locations include free deliveries via Fedex, and we cover customs duties and import taxes for peace of mind. Eligible locations include United Kingdom, United States, Canada, Japan, Switzerland, and countries within the European Union. A signature is necessary to acknowledge receipt of the artworks. You may request delivery via a bespoke fine art courier service at an additional cost.
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This quotation is valid for 30 days only. The Artist reserves the right to alter or refuse the quotation after the quotation expires.
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Any out of scope work (work not stated in the Project Description) agreed by both parties may be charged separately.
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A non-refundable deposit is required to confirm a commission slot. The Artist will not begin working on the commission until the deposit is received in full.
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Until full payment is received, the Artist retains all rights to the artwork. If the Collector is not satisfied with the commissioned artwork, the Artist will keep the artwork and the non-refundable deposit.
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The Artist agrees not to sell the commissioned artwork as a limited edition print, if full payment is received. The Artist retains the copyright and moral rights on the commissioned artwork. The Artist may include the artwork online (e.g. on the Artist’s websites and social media), and offline (e.g. in publications and books).
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The Collector grants the Artist a perpetual, non-exclusive, transferable, irrevocable, sub-licensable, royalty-free license to use materials (e.g. polaroids and reference images) submitted to the Artist as part of the commission. The Collector confirms they hold the copyright to the materials and indemnify the Artist against copyright claims related to the materials supplied. The Collector is responsible for any associated costs associated with delivering the supplied materials.
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The Collector may display the artwork online (e.g. on websites or social media). Commercial and other reproductions (e.g. on merchandise, in print) are not permitted without the express written permission from the Artist.
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The Collector wishes to remain anonymous. The Artist shall not include the name of the Collector in websites or documents intended for the general public.
“[Y]our artworks are gems”
Marguerite Van Cook Ph.D., Musician who opened for The Clash and gallerist who exhibited Sol LeWitt and David Wojnarowicz