General Information

• I reserve the right to display commissioned works in my portfolio. I also reserve the right to decline a commission request for any reason, and the right to adjust the price of a commission (before invoicing) if I deem it necessary.


• If for any reason I cannot complete your commission after you've paid, you will receive a full refund, regardless of how much work I've already done. I will also honor any requests for a full refund of your deposit/payment at any time during the commission waiting period, as long as I have not begun any work beyond a basic sketch.


• I prefer to be paid by Paypal. I can also potentially take credit card payments through my website if we discuss it beforehand. There may be a small amount added to the invoice to help cover any transaction fees.


• My commissions are DIGITAL PAINTINGS unless specifically noted otherwise. This means you'll receive a high-resolution (300 DPI) .TIFF file via e-mail or Dropbox when I'm done, NOT a hard copy or a print in any form. Please don't labor under the delusion that I am doing a traditional piece for you or sending you a print unless I specifically say so.


• Typically, I will NOT do art of a series or fandom that I dislike or am completely unfamiliar with. This is because I have learned from previous commission experience that it is very difficult for me to create art for a series I don't know, because I can't connect with the subject. I do make exceptions and I don't mind doing some research for your commission, just keep it in mind.


• Reference images, especially for portraits, are required, unless it is art for characters that I am already familiar with and you don't mind me choosing my own. There is a surcharge if I am to be working only from description, because I will have to spend extra time designing your character.


• Commissions that I take here are usually for personal use only unless otherwise negotiated. Please discuss with me if you need your commission for commercial reasons.

Current Examples and Pricing

• I. Standard Portrait – $250 – CLOSED

  
  This is my standard flat-fee portrait category. Typically 2-3 hours of work from me, full color (unless otherwise preferred), portrait or square layout, semi-realistic style, simple background. Headshot format only and reference image is required. This is the best category for straightforward portraits of family members, friends, favorite characters, pets, etc. Discount can be negotiated for a large series. Examples:
  
  
  
  
  I do not allow additional characters in the same piece for this type of commission - this is meant to be a focused, single portrait. I am completely open to doing "sets" of similar/themed portraits, though.

• II. Stylized Portrait – $350 & up – CLOSED

  
  This is my more flexible and detailed portrait category and prices vary accordingly. Full color (unless otherwise preferred), headshot/bust or waist-up; simple or abstracted background; any layout (landscape, portrait, or square); additional detailing, stylization and motifs can be incorporated. Up to two characters. Examples:
  
  
  
  
  You may specify a preferred "style" here, based on my previous works - for example, if you want that particular "geometric" look; etc. Extra fees may apply depending on number of characters.

• III. Scene – $500 & up – CLOSED

  
  My general illustration category. This includes concept art and all portrait commissions that involve more complex background elements and/or a high level of detailing. Any layout; full color, waist-up/full-body, multiple characters/interactions, etc. Price varies on complexity. Examples:
  
  
  
  
  

If you would like to commission a piece that doesn't quite fit into any of these categories, e-mail me explaining it and I will consider it. I am usually willing to draw anything if reference images are provided (your pet, your house, a landscape, an album cover.) However, I'm by and large a portrait artist, and it goes without saying that my artistic strength and preference lies in painting people and faces. So, keep this in mind before you request concept art of a robot dinosaur.

How to Order

• When you're ready, send me a dA note or e-mail me (alicexz@gmail.com) with this form filled out:
  
  YOUR NAME & E-MAIL:  
  PAYPAL ADDRESS:  
  COMMISSION TYPE: (I, II, or III)
  SUBJECT(S):  
  REFERENCE IMAGE(S): (provide links or attach images to e-mail)  
  ADDITIONAL INFO:  
  


• Example of a properly filled out form:
  
  YOUR NAME & E-MAIL: Melanie, melanie@whatever.com
  PAYPAL ADDRESS: melanie@whatever.com
  COMMISSION TYPE: I want Type II - Stylized Portrait
  SUBJECT(S): Character, The Doctor as played by Matt Smith
  REFERENCE IMAGE(S): i.telegraph.co.uk/multimedia/archive/01215/matt_smith_doctor__1215943c.jpg
  ADDITIONAL INFO: Doctor Who fandom. I want Matt Smith in a bowtie, with a starry background, preferably a blue color scheme, in a geometric style
  


• I will invoice your Paypal address with the total amount, after confirming your request. Please let me know if you need to pay some other way. Your commission slot is will be reserved as soon as you contact me, but forfeited if you cannot pay within a week. I accept 50% deposits to secure slots for larger commissions. Again, if for any reason I can't finish your commission and you've already paid, you WILL receive a full refund from me.

Commission Slots and Status (updated 06/09/13)

• Type I: Digital Standard Portrait – CLOSED
  1. *MaeDreaM – PAID – SKETCHING
  2. *MaeDreaM – PAID – 0%
  3. ~cwkitten – PAID – 100% FINISHED 05/31
  4. Shawna – PAID – 100% FINISHED 03/20
  5. Brian – PAID – 100% FINISHED 12/20
  6. *KittytheSheGeek – PAID – 100% FINISHED 08/11
  7. Alexa – PAID – 100% FINISHED 11/08 [link]
  8. ~seesoccer – PAID – 100% FINISHED 01/26
  9. ~Fire-Chan9490 – PAID – 100% FINISHED 02/15
  10. *Cassi-Walsh – PAID – 80% IN PROGRESS
  11. ~seesoccer – PAID – 100% FINISHED 03/19
  12. Arturo – PAID – 100% FINISHED 06/23
  


• Type II: Digital Stylized Portrait – CLOSED
  1. ~latiass – PAID (2 char bust) – 100% FINISHED 10/20 [link]
  2. ~KLCx – PAID (1 char bust) – 100% FINISHED 03/24
  3. ~DefineLove – PAID (2 char waist-up) – SKETCHING
  4. Sarah – PAID – 100% FINISHED 01/07
  5. Stephie – PAID (1 char) – 100% FINISHED 02/10 [link]
  6. =SashaWren – PAID (1 char waist-up) – 100% FINISHED 03/31
  7. James – PAID –100% FINISHED 05/10
  8. Previsha – PAID (2 char) – 100% FINISHED 10/17
  9. CK – PAID –100% FINISHED 05/17
  10. Chayla – PAID (1 char) – 100% FINISHED
  11. Deirdre – reserved (1 char) – 0%
  12. Jessica – PAID – 100% FINISHED 02/27
  


• Type III: Digital Scene – CLOSED
  1. ~AstridJane – refunded (5 char scene)
  2. Sam – refunded (1 char scene)
  3. ~AnderLouis – refunded (1 char scene)
  4. Espedito – DEPOSIT PAID (1 char scene)
  5. Alex – reserved (1 char scene x2)
  6. Rasmus – DEPOSIT PAID (1 char) – 0%
  7. Mary Jo – DEPOSIT PAID (1 char) – 0%
  


• Type IV: Traditional – CLOSED
  1. Dan – PAID TO CHARITY (1 char) – 0%
  


• Type V: Misc – N/A
  1. ~NightTattooWolf – PAID (2 char scene) – PAINTING 50%
  2. ~nzz1 – PAID (1 char bust) – PAINTING 25%
  3. ~gracie-is-a-pie – SPECIAL (1 char bust) – 0%
  4. ~WingsofSmoke – SPECIAL  (1 char scene) – 100% FINISHED 10/25 [link]
  5. *Raziely8 – SPECIAL (1 char scene) – SKETCHING
  6. ~stephastated – SPECIAL (2 char scene) – 0%
  7. !Niimurakorin-kun – SPECIAL (2 char waist-up)
  8. ~spattergroits – SPECIAL (1 char bust) – SKETCHING
  9. ~Akaiyuue – SPECIAL (2 char scene) – 0%
  10. JonCozart – reserved (2 char scene)
  11. Cham – SPECIAL (1 char)
  12. ~reapersun – SPECIAL (1 char)
  13. ~megatruh – SPECIAL (1 char) – 100% FINISHED 02/06
  14. ~Katherdante – SPECIAL (1 char) – 0%
  15. *euclase – SPECIAL (1 char) – 0%
  16. Xue – SPECIAL (1 char) – 0%
  17. =LexyEevee – SPECIAL (1 char) – 0%