Generally I work from photographs.  If you have a photo you would like turned into a work of art, please email it to me at mybirds2c@mchsi.com.  Also, let me know about your ideas and expectations for the commission.  Who or what is it for?  What medium and what size do you have in mind? 

I will reply with a no-obligation quote.  If you are in the Des Moines area, we may also meet in person to further discuss your desires for the commission.  The cost is determined by size and number of subjects.

If you decide to commission my artwork, a nonrefundable deposit of one-third of the quote is required.  Payment may be made by PayPal or cash.

I will then create the drawing or painting, emailing to you (if you wish) photographs of the piece in stages until completion.

Balance is due upon completion.  Upon receipt of payment, I will ship via UPS or will meet with you.

PHOTOS

If you have a photograph you would like me to use, it must be in sharp focus, in color, and a true likeness of the subject.  Photos must be free of copyright (i.e., not taken at a studio and not another person’s photos).  Good quality reference photos will allow me to give you the best realistic piece of artwork.

If more then one subject is involved, they should be in a photograph together (if at all possible but not absolute), for size comparison.  There is an additional charge for more then one subject.

Depending on your location, I can arrange to take the photographs for you for a small additional fee.


TIME

Most commissions will be completed in 2 months from initial contact but may be finished sooner depending on my workload at the time of ordering.  Please allow plenty of time for me to do the piece especially if it is a holiday gift.  I will try to work with you if there is a deadline you want to meet.

LIMITED EDITION PRINTS
 
By restricting the number of reproductions I have made , each print will  retains its value with the prospect of appreciating with time.  All of my limited edition prints have an edition size of 200  , unless I decide a large edition,  and are on archival paper of the highest quality.  I hand-sign and number each print myself.