Question 1

Are you open for commissions?

Accepted Answer

After years of being unable to work on any custom orders, my commission status is now open! Visit Commissions page to find out more and feel free to contact me about your custom artwork.

Question 2

What kind of work can I commission from you?

Accepted Answer

I paint mostly traditional landscapes as well as fantasy illustration and characters (including DnD) and this is what I would be most happy to work on. I am less keen on painting family portraits, babies, wedding photographs etc. however I can sometimes paint some of those in an illustrated fantasy style and if I have less work on my plate.

To see the commissioned work I've done so far, visit Commissions Gallery.

Question 3

What are your rates?

Accepted Answer

Price depends a lot on the individual piece - amount of characters, subjects, complexity, background, copyright, similarity etc. The pricing starts from 200€ for a single portrait to 2000€ and more for a more complex piece. To get a more specific quote on what could be the possible price of your commission, please fill out the Commission Form.

Question 4

What is the process of commissioning a piece?

Accepted Answer

Here is the process of a digital illustration/character work. For traditional landscape sketches, there are no feedback rounds during the process.

Please fill out the Commission Form about the basic information of what you would like to order. Based on that, I will then decide if that is something I am available to do.

Now we are in direct contact to discuss the details, conditions, copyrights, time frame and the final price.

Before I start working, I ask for the upfront payment:         
- 33% of the price if it’s an illustration
- 50% if it’s a character design commission or a traditional painting        
- 100% for commissions below 400€

It’s fully returnable if for any reason I couldn’t start/finish the commission. If the deadline is very short, I might ask for the whole sum upfront, regardless the amount, to avoid waiting times for transfers. You can also decide to pay whole sum upfront if you prefer.

After receiving the first payment, I start working on sketches and send the progress. There are possible maximum up to 2 iterations at every feedback stage.

After receiving feedback/approval, I continue with rough base colors and send for feedback again. No major changes (in a sketch) should be made at this point. If it’s an illustration, second 1/3 of the amount should be transferred.

After getting an approval, I will work on render and details until the work is done. If requested, I can send the progress shots. No major changes (in sketch or colors) should be made at this point, yet if we both agree on something that will significantly improve the work, it is possible.

After I’m done, I send a low resolution image for an approval and wait for the rest of the payment to be transferred. This step is skipped if you chose to pay whole sum upfront.

After receiving the full payment, I send the following files:         
- Full size TIFF/PDF image for self printing in CMYK format (brightened 10-15% for better printing results)
- 1080width .PNG file for web screening/social media posting in sRGB format
- full resolution .JPG file in sRGB
-1920x1080 HD wallpaper (if the format allows)

Question 5

Can I hire you for other things like a live workshop or an online/in-person lecture or interview?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely! I am open for collaborations and would love to bring my artistic expertise to your events. Whether it's a live workshop, an online lecture, or an in-person interview, I am available to share my knowledge and skills with anyone interested. I live on the move, so if you are additionally able to provide transportation and accommodation, I am more than happy to discuss the possible options.

For online or in-person lectures and interviews, I am passionate about discussing various aspects of art, illustration, and painting, as well as sharing my personal experiences and insights. Feel free to reach out to me to discuss potential collaborations and how we can work together.

Frequently asked questions

Are you open for commissions?

What kind of work can I commission from you?

What are your rates?

What is the process of commissioning a piece?

Can I hire you for other things like a live workshop or an online/in-person lecture or interview?