Every commission is a little different, of course, but here is a general overview of the design process:
- At the beginning of the project, an invoice is sent, usually via Paypal, to the client for half the estimated price of the design/illustration as a deposit. A formal estimate can also be sent at the client’s request, showing the breakdown in hours/price, based on their design requirements.
- When the initial deposit is received, I create up to 3-4 different idea sketches for the client to review. Once the client picks a sketch or idea that they like, I begin refining the design. This part of the process often involves sending a few different in-progress versions to the client for approval and/or any necessary changes.
- Once the design is finished, a final invoice is sent for the remainder of the project payment. When that final payment is received, the final, high-resolution files and/or finished prints for the design are sent to the client. For tattoo designs, two different versions are usually sent: one outlined pattern for use by the tattoo artist, and a full art version for the client. Logos and tattoo designs also can be resized as large or as small as needed at the client’s request.
For any other questions, please feel free to contact me–I promise a prompt response!