Commissions
Here are some things you should know before approaching me for a commission!
Timeline
An average A5 painting takes around 2 weeks from start to finish, including the conceptualisation stage.
If you would like a standard painting*, please contact me at least 10 working days before any deadline, if not I might not be able to take up the commission or will have to impose additional charges.
*Multiple paintings or large artworks will probably need a longer time.
Quotation
When approaching me for a quotation, I would appreciate it if you could prepare the following information:
Would you like the artwork to be softcopy or hardcopy?
What size do you want the artwork to be? (For softcopy, maybe what size do you want it to be printed on/projected on?)
What do you want to be painted? (eg. florals, animals...)
Any reference images, if relevant
When do you need this by?
The quotation does not include excessive changes. Please see "Revisions & Changes".
Deposit
Once we confirm the artwork, I will require a deposit of 50% of the base price (before surcharges - see "Revisions & Changes" and "Completion & Collection"). Only after that will I start the digital sketch.
Revisions & Changes
For all commissions, there will be markups in final cost based on the number of revisions made (in sketches and final artworks):
Up to 10 minor revisions: No additional cost
11-20 minor revisions: 115% of original cost
21-30 minor revisions: 130% of original cost
more than 30 minor revisions: 150% of original cost
Minor revisions include changes in the digital sketch, digital calligraphy, or digital colourations. Please note that only digitised artworks can be edited post-painting. Major changes have various charges depending on the type of change and commission, I will inform you if it is applicable to you.
Completion & Collection
Once the artwork is complete:
Softcopies can be shared in PNG, PDF, JPG, TIFF, PSD, Procreate files
Hardcopies can be mailed or collected.
For mailing
This is applicable for artworks A4 or smaller.
Artworks will be put on a hard backing and mailed in a bubble wrap envelope.
I strongly recommend using Registered mail in order for the artwork to reach you.
Payment is made before the artwork is mailed out (remaining 50% base price + any revision charges + mailing charge).
For collection
You or a courier can come to collect the artwork from me at my house, based on my availability. In this case, confirm the time of collection at least a day before and let me know if you will be running late or early.
I can also meet you at a MRT at my availability. In this case, confirm the time of collection at least a day before. Also, I require another confirmation on the day itself, around 15-30 minutes before meeting me. Should you be unable to make it at the last minute at my inconvenience, I may impose a surcharge.
Payment
I am based in Singapore so I accept PayLah! and PayNow. I also accept bank transfer or Paypal. Otherwise, I can set up an Etsy listing at a surcharge of 1 SGD for the commission and this will support Etsy payment methods.
Commercial/Marketing Surcharge
If you are using this artwork for promotional purposes, I am likely to add a surcharge. Promotional purposes mainly include using the artwork design for a product release.
Contact/Responsiveness
You can make the commission via email or DM. I am also contactable on Telegram or Whatsapp for faster replies. I will usually reply within 1-2 working days.
Sample Prices (Personal Use)
Ranges are given according to the photos provided here, the quote I provide might be different, owing to various factors.
Please note that I may add additional charges based on time constraints. I can paint other things too, but not all prices can be listed here!
Prices for commercial use will have a markup.
Loose Florals
Characterised by negative space and watercolour bleeds in place of details, loose florals showcase the finer elements of watercolour. Ideal for floral arrangements.
Other sizes are available too, but in the standard sizes and for illustrations similar to the samples shown (not including cost of calligraphy):
A5: 40 - 80 SGD
A4: 60 - 150 SGD
A3: 80 - 200 SGD
Do prepare reference photographs of the flowers you would like me to paint, and what positions you would want them in (perhaps in a floral arrangement, facing up etc.)
Detailed Florals
These botanicals are lifelike while still possessing the beauty of watercolour. Perfect for spotlighting a few select flowers, fruits, or leaves. Painting might take a longer time.
Other sizes are available too, but in the standard sizes and for sample illustrations above (not including cost of calligraphy):
A5: 120 - 200 SGD
A4: 150 - 300 SGD
A3: 200 - 400 SGD
Do prepare reference photographs of the flowers you would like me to paint, and what positions you would want them in (perhaps in a floral arrangement, facing up etc.)
Food
The variety of foods I paint has been steadily increasing so as long as what you want looks similar to something I've painted before, I can paint it.
For 3 isolated pieces of food (like the tart painting), in the standard sizes (not including cost of calligraphy):
A5: 60 - 100 SGD
A4: 80 - 150 SGD
A5: 100 - 200 SGD
Prepare reference photographs of the food as well as the positioning and arrangement.
Landscapes
If you'd like me to paint a scene in nature, or a scene in general, this is your option. Landscapes need not be circular, but it just so happens to be my favoured style of painting them!
Other sizes are available too but in these standard sizes, the following price ranges* are given (not including cost of calligraphy):
A5: 60 - 100 SGD
A4: 80 - 150 SGD
A3: 100- 200 SGD
*Do note that the more elements present in the landscape, the higher the cost. For example, whether the background is plain or cloudy and elaborate. This price chart is not applicable for extremely detailed artworks (eg. my mountain painting where each ridge is detailed)
Animals
If you want me to paint an animal, be it by itself, or with elements like florals, we can work out a design. In terms of art, not animals are equal, some have more intricate colours/patterns, so the price range is huge!
Using the bird as an example, the following prices are given for standard sizes (not including any elements or calligraphy):
A5: 50 - 100 SGD
A4: 75 - 150 SGD
A3: 100 - 200 SGD
Do note that the deer would cost more than the rabbit and the bird (not including floral elements) due to the complexity of anatomical position + spots on its back. Reach out to me with your concept (eg animals, ideas for elements) for a clearer quote!
Digital Calligraphy
Digital calligraphy is only an available option if you want a softcopy artwork. But personally, I think it's better because I can adjust colours, placement, spacing.
The pricing is according to the number of words instead of size:
< 20 words: 30 SGD
21 - 40 words: 45 SGD
41 - 60 words: 60 SGD
61 - 80 words: 75 SGD
81 - 100 words: 90 SGD
This pricing is applicable for changing the colour of words (but please specify!), but not the colour of individual letters.
Monocolour Watercolour Calligraphy
This can be done by itself or with watercolour illustrations. This option is for having one colour per word, there will be a slight markup based on the total number of colours in the artwork.
The following prices are proposed for 20 words, for the various sizes:
A5: 40 - 55 SGD
A4: 50 - 70 SGD
A3: 60 - 80 SGD
This pricing is applicable for changing the colour of words (but please specify which words are in X colours), but not the colour of individual letters.
Multicolour Watercolour Calligraphy
This can be done by itself or with watercolour illustrations. This option is for having one colour per letter, there will be a slight markup based on the total number of colours in the artwork.
The following prices are proposed for 20 words, for the various sizes:
A5: 60 - 80 SGD
A4: 80 - 100 SGD
A3: 100 - 120 SGD
This pricing is applicable for changing the colour of individual letters. You can choose if you want the colours to be in a specific sequence or randomised.
Pointed Pen Calligraphy
This can be done by itself or with watercolour illustrations. This option is for having one colour per word, there will be a slight markup based on the total number of colours in the artwork.
The following prices are proposed for 20 words, for the various sizes:
A5: 40 - 60 SGD
A4: 50 -70 SGD
This pricing is applicable for changing the colour of words (but please specify which words are in X colours), but not the colour of individual letters.