terms of service

Terms of Service



General Terms

  • By commissioning me, you agree to the terms listed below.
  • I reserve the right to decline any commission for any reason.

Payment

  • Payment is due after commission is completed and approved by the client
  • I reserve the right to decline any commission for any reason.
  • Before payment, a watermarked version of the final product will be delivered via email or other means of communication for review. Once payment is received, the watermark will be removed, and the high-resolution file will be sent to you.
  • Payments will be made via PayPal.
  • Please note that a paypal tax will be added to the commission prices listed below so that I can get fully paid for my commission. (.349 % tax + 0.49¢) I will caculate taxes and provide you with the actual price of your commission before work starts, for complete clarity.
  • Prices are in USD and are non-negotiable unless stated otherwise.

Process and Revisions

  • I will provide updates during the creation process, including rough sketches and final drafts.
  • Minor revisions are allowed at the sketch stage. Additional revisions may incur extra costs.
  • Major revisions requested after the final product is completed will be subject to additional charges.
  • More details about Revisions Policy and examples of minor and major revisions below.

Revisions Policy

Included Revisions

  • Each commission includes one free revision per stage of the artwork. For each stage, the client gets one change for free. Revisions can be requested during the following stages:
  • Sketch Stage: Adjustments to the initial sketch, including pose changes and minor design tweaks.
  • Lineart Stage: Changes to the finalized lineart, such as refining details or correcting line placement.
  • Coloring Stage: Adjustments to colors, shading, or minor details in the colored version.
  • Final Touches: Final adjustments to shading, highlights, or small details before delivery.

Additional Revisions

  • If further revisions are needed beyond the free revision for each stage, additional revisions will be charged at 10$ USD for minor revisions and 25$ USD for major revisions.

Revision Request

  • Revisions should be clearly communicated and compiled in a single message for each stage to ensure efficient handling. If you are unsure about every revision you would like, please take your time.
  • Once the final stage is approved, additional changes requested afterward will be subject to extra revision fees.

Minor and Major Revision Examples

  • Minor Revisions include but are not limited to: changing the color of certain small areas, thickening areas of line work, adding more shines or highlights, etc.
  • Major Revisions include but are not limited to: pose change after sketch phase, complete recoloring, changing species mid draw, etc. .
  • Reminders after every art stage will be given to the client to put their revisions in.

Art Stages

  • Sketch Stage
  • Lineart Stage
  • Base Color Stage
  • Full Render Coloring Stage (may or may not apply depending on what you order)
  • Final Touches

Usage Rights

  • I retain full rights to the artwork, including the right to post it on social media and use it in portfolios.
  • Clients may use commissioned artwork for personal use only.
  • Commercial use is not allowed unless a separate agreement is made.
  • Clients may not resell, trade, or transfer the commissioned artwork.
  • The artwork may not be used for AI training, AI generation, or added to AI datasets.
  • Clients may not trace, recolor, redraw, or alter the artwork. Cropping for icons is allowed with credit.
  • Clients may not remove or edit my signature or watermark.

Client Behavior and Communication

  • I expect professional and respectful communication at all times. Any harassment, threats, or inappropriate behavior will result in immediate termination of the commission.
  • Timely communication is essential for the commission process. I will provide updates during creation and expect responses within a reasonable timeframe (e.g., 3–5 business days).
  • If a client fails to respond within this timeframe, I reserve the right to:
    • Pause work or place the commission on hold until communication is reestablished.
    • Cancel the commission after multiple unsuccessful attempts to reach the client.
  • If you anticipate delays (e.g., vacation or personal reasons), please inform me in advance to avoid issues. I will do the same if I need extra time.
  • Delays on the client’s end may affect the completion timeline of the commission.

Confidentiality

  • Personal information shared during the commission process will remain confidential and will not be shared with third parties.
  • Please note that I reserve the right to post completed artwork in my portfolio and on social media. I do not offer private or non-postable commissions.



Cancellation Policy



Cancellation Fee

  • If you wish to cancel a commission after work has begun, a cancellation fee will be applied. The fee is calculated based on the amount of work completed and is typically between 20% and 60% of the original commission price.
  • Commissions from a client that hasn't paid a previous cancellation fee will not be accepted.
  • Work completed prior to cancellation may be retained by the artist and may not be used by the client until the cancellation fee is paid.

Cancellation Fee Breakdown

  • Before Work Begins: No cancellation fee if the commission has not yet started.
  • During Sketch Stage: 20% of the original commission price.
  • Lineart Stage:30% of the original commission price.
  • Base Color Stage: 50% of the original commission price.
  • Full Render Coloring Stage or Final Touches Stage: 60% of the original commission price.