Commission FAQs
How do I get a commission from you?
You can contact me about a commission through Instagram @emily_ttch, or by email: mail4emmelie@gmail.com
I’ll get in touch with you as soon as possible to discuss the details of what you’d like me to draw, the time frame, and the pricing.
How much does it cost?
The cost depends on the project. Less detailed work in graphite pencil is roughly in the range of $45, more complex work such as portraits, or spot illustrations ranges from $50 - $200 depending on the size, medium, subject, background details, and ownership. All of this is part of getting in touch to discuss pricing and find something that works for both of us!
My pricing is based on the amount of time it takes me to make the artwork and the creative property of the final piece. Making art includes sketching, research, fine-tuning, and the process of making the artwork itself. Costs also depend on the creative freedom provided and the final ownership of the piece. Meaning that my rates are based on compensating myself for the time spend and aimed to respect my work as an artist.
Do I have to print the piece myself?
Currently, yes. Whilst living in Namibia I am unable to do any printing or shipping. You will receive a high-resolution file through email in CMYK. This is a color profile optimized for printing. This email also includes details and suggestions for paper choices. From there you can take it to a professional printer or print it at home.
How long will it take you?
This depends on the size of the project. Roughly it takes me around one to two weeks. This is because I work on multiple projects at once, and it takes several hours for me to complete each one.
What does the process look like?
After reaching out to me I will ask you more about the details of the project. During that time you can tell me exactly what you had in mind. For instance: “I want a full-body portrait of my dog with a party hat on. I’d like the hat to be yellow and have his name on the tag of his collar.”
It’s okay if you don’t yet know exactly what you want, or rather leave it up to me. A general idea is okay too. I can take it from there.
After telling me your idea I would need some reference pictures. Once I have those, I will start sketching. Once I finish the first concept I will send you the draft and you will give me all the edits your heart desires.
After I make the edits I will work on the colors (if applicable), and send the second version to you for another round of edits. This is also the last opportunity for you to make changes before the final piece. After the feedback, I’ll send you the final commission file through email to ensure good quality.
How do I pay you?
I take payments through Paypal. For larger projects, you can pay 1/2 or 1/3 of the cost upfront, and then pay the rest upon completion. This establishes a bond of trust between client and artist. If you’d prefer to pay the whole cost upfront, that is also okay. For commissions < $40, I will ask you to make the payment in full upfront.