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I am very happy to discuss ideas you may have for commissioning a new piece of original work. Everyone has a favourite verse, poem or quotation which I can make into a beautiful piece of art. I have been approached by a wide range of people wanting to give a special gift to someone and groups who have collected to mark an occasion such as a birthday, wedding, anniversary, retirement or ordination or any other special occasion.

There are five stages in the commissioning of a new piece of work. These are outlined below:

Stage 1 - Client Request

Initial discussion between client and artist Tess about objective of the commission, deadline, choice of words, illustration, size, colours and style of required work.

Stage 2 - Research and Sketch of Idea

Undertaking  initial research into significance of words, illustrations and symbols; initial sketches to ensure the piece has beauty, meaning and depth; liaising with customer to agree outline of work. Preparing quotation for customer . Once this has been accepted, further development of artwork commences.

Stage 3 - Design and Artwork

Further research and development of ideas. Finalising the design. Execution of the artwork;  laying out, drawing and painting of lettering and illustrations.

Stage 4 - Completion of Work

Embossing and hand finishing with gold, silver or copper leaf; discussing preference for style of   frame and mount, order framing through specialist picture framer.

Stage 5 - Delivery of Commission

Arranging handover of work to customer preferably in person or by courier; confirm that customer has received work and is satisfied.

Payment

Commissions start around £450 plus framing costs, but depend on the number of days involved to create your piece. A deposit of 30% is payable on agreement of the commission and the balance is payable on completion.

Ideas for Inspiration

If you’d like some inspiration, please take a look at my Journal here for some initial ideas.

The picture is just fantastic – just what we wanted for our special day
Marilyn

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