This session is exclusively about information over illustrations for personal use. If you intend to use my illustrations commercially, please let me know so that we can talk about proper values and contracts (at least 30% more will be charged).
Please bear with me, once English isn't my mother language. <3
WHAT TO INFORM AT FIRST?
• Feel free to provide me any details you think are useful about your idea. Describe the characters, scenery, vegetation, context etc. I love big texts, so if you feel comfortable, you can even tell me stories that are related to your idea, what touches and motivates you, your reasons for this commission.
• In case you’re ordering a traditional painting, if you have a size in mind among those described below or not, you can let me know too. It’s important to mention that in our conversation it will always be possible to decide some details together. Count on my opinion whenever you need it!
• References are welcome - pictures, songs, movies, memories, landscapes, colors, environments, elements, everything you may have at hand or find on internet and that you believe will add a lot to the development of our work together.
PRICES X SIZES
A6 (10x15cm / 4x6") - starting at $150 + shipping
A5 (15x21cm / 6x8.2") - starting at $220 + shipping
A4 (21x30cm / 8.2x11.8") - starting at $350 + shipping
A3 (30x40cm / 11.8x15.7") - starting at $470 + shipping
Square/rhombus (20x20cm / 7.8x7.8") - starting at $300 + shipping
Square/rhombus (29,7x29,7cm / 11.7x11.7") - starting at $430 + shipping
• Prices available in USD;
• The final price will be stipulated according to the level of complexity of the painting, materials and amount of time to be used. In your budget, I will detail everything with great attention and care!
• Sizes shown are some of the most common frames on the market, if you want to frame your art. It is always possible for me to make custom sizes though, such as cards formats, bookmarks or any measure according to the frame you already have in your home or the type of artwork you want!
HOW ARE PRICES CALCULATED?
• Production time (between creation and execution)
• Complexity
• Materials to be used
• Size of the art
• Search time (if necessary)
• Value, what means that:
⠀⠀- you will acquire an artwork with the highest quality and durability (I explain in the topic "main techniques I use";
⠀⠀- your feelings, memories, what makes you happy, will be eternalized;
⠀⠀- I guarantee a real transformation in your life and a gentle but impactful presence in your home or wherever my work is placed;
⠀⠀- your feelings will be treated with all due respect ♡
DIGITIZATION AND PRINTING
Let me know if you intend to print your art! I’ll turn it into a digital file and make the proper configurations for 10% more.
WHAT I DO?
Basically whatever your imagination is willing to create! But here's a list of some formats I've already worked with:
• Standard illustrations. These include general realistic portraits, pet portraits, landscapes, places, memories, character, geek stuff, setting development, and so on;
• Art for tattoos, stamps, fabrics, mugs and crafted products in general;
• Invitations and postcards or festive cards;
• Covers for books or any other written work;
• Illustrations for books with provision for all subjects and genres;
• Bookmarks;
• Art for labels and packaging.
MAIN TECHNIQUES I USE
• Watercolor;
• Digital watercolor;
In my work I’m very adept to mixed techniques, which consists of mixing materials aiming at the greatest possible level of detail. In this case I use touches of gouache and colored pencils too.
Please notice: If it is important for you to have a purist work (using only watercolor), just let me know.
MATERIALS
All my materials are bought in Europe and made by renowned brands with properties that fight against mildew and fading by sunlight, for example. They are still delicate pieces, but it all this gives my works a century-old or longer durability. Would you like to know how this is possible? I'll love talking to you about this technical part!
PAYMENT
Payment methods include PayPal only.
Upfront payment with 50% in advance must be made in order to schedule your art. The final 50% must be paid before I ship your parcel. As soon as I can confirm in my account that payments are ok we are going to make the respective next steps.
The the PayPal 5% transaction fee is going to be included in your invoice.
SHIPMENT
• Standard via Brazilian postal service with tracking number provided;
• Shipping fees will be calculated individually for your region through the Brazilian postal service website;
• Shipping fee will be calculated on the Brazilian post office website and the amount will be converted to USD. It usually stands between $20 and $30 depending on your location in this world. Tracking number is always provided;
PACKAGE
I usually ship my artworks wrapped in delicate tissue paper adorned with my personal touch. A hard paper plate is added to the parcel in order to maintain its stiffness. Final envelope is crafted by me with kraft paper, a rustic, versatile and resistant element. All the envelope fixing elements are made from ecological and non-toxic materials, such as liquid ecological glue and washi tapes (biodegradable paper adhesive tapes originating from plants). Every element of your package is recyclable, biodegradable or reusable, nothing has animal origin and I really value this matter! I still use some typical crochet cords to give more security to all elements inside the parcel, but these are not recyclable and my recommendation is that they may be reused in your future gifts for someone, decorations or wherever your imagination takes you: there are several purposes and even tutorials for crafts about it!
IMPORTANT CONSIDERATIONS
• I don’t make copies of other artists works and you would never ask for something like that;
• I don’t do NSFW or violence;
• I don’t draw/painting in different style than mine, please carefully navigate on my portfolio;
• The average time to produce an illustration is 1 to 2 weeks from the scheduled date;
• You will receive update images of every step of the process as long as you want, so we can create everything together;
• At the end you'll receive your art via e-mail in high resolution file, in addition to some other formats you need (JPEG, PNG, TIFF);
• You are allowed up to 3 free modifications in the final sketch and 3 more free modifications in the painting process, such as colors. New modifications after these will be charged according to complexity;
• Please consider ordering at least ONE MONTH in advance if you need your artwork ready for a specific date;
• Any delay or damage in delivery after posting is postal services' responsibility, but I will help you with whatever it is possible to solve with them;
• Any problem coming from incorrect address provided is customer's responsibility;
• In case of withdrawal at any stage of the process, THERE IS NO REFUND of the paid amount, so I ask you to think carefully and clear all your doubts before we agree, ok?
• You have no permission to sell my art or earn any kind of profit from it;
• Even if you haven't made all the decisions to order your art, please consider contacting me anyway so we can think together. I will love to create with you! ♡
• You can NEVER re-distribute, reproduce or resell my work, this is for personal use only. Sharing on the internet is up to your choice, but please always credit me!
• I have the right to turn down any commission that makes me feel uncomfortable or contains offensive materials;
• Thank you very much for your attention, understanding and support to my work!
E-MAIL: kmilirien@gmail.com
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