Commission Process
What is so unique about the commission process is that each client gets to be a part of the work … they are a part of each step, as much or as little as they want.
Here is an example of how the reference photo(s) will be created into a sketch, and how the sketch develops into the final painting.
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Rockface Triptych Sketch
Reference Photo used
for the Rockface Triptych
Final Painting of
Rockface Triptych
Installed at 57 x 113
Installation, Toronto ON
Private Commission for this unique space
20 foot ceiling entrance
57 x 113
I have a special interest in architectural design. I started my University Studies at Carleton in Architecture, so my passion is to work closely with the client and their architectural features, to create a work specifically for their space.
In fact, 70% of the work I create is developed in this niche market I have established for my clients. If I can’t go onsite myself, I request my clients to provide me with photos of their spaces with wall measurements. We then discuss what style painting the client likes based on my catalogue of pieces, and then I create a sketch, with size and price options. If it’s possible, I will superimpose the sketch onto the photographed wall so the client can view what the final piece will resemble.
As for the business side …
To start the commission process, a 25% retainer to secure queue. The remaining payments are scheduled as follows:
25% upon confirmation of the sketch,
25% upon commencing the painting,
25% upon completion, prior to shipping/delivery.
I also welcome a monthly installment plan for those who prefer to expand their completion date to a chosen period of months, to ease payments. I provide a photo of the piece prior to shipping for confirmation, or if it is possible, the client is more than welcome to visit the studio. You are under no obligation to purchase the piece upon completion of the work. I only create pieces that I am confident will reflect my style. The obvious advantage to commissioning artwork, is that you achieve the exact size, style and price range of piece that you want in a timely manner, rather than waiting for me to create that ‘perfect’ piece, in what may be years to come.
If you are interested in pursuing this wonderful exchange of artist/client relationship, you can contact me at claustro@claustro.ca or 705-527-4632. As soon as I receive your first deposit, I can let you know an approximate date of completion. Currently, I am booking into March 2010, although I like to get started on the idea/sketching component as soon as discussions are underway.