How do commissions work?

Commissions are pretty straight forward. You have an idea in mind and I make it happen for you in my artistic style. Treat each commission piece as a collaboration between you and the artist (me). The more you tell me about your vision and how you feel about the piece, the more I can infuse it into the work.

Here are the basics:

• Come with an idea in mind. Include photographs and examples. The clearer your vision, the better.

• Ask questions! If something is unclear to you, it is okay to ask questions.

• Let the artist know how much creative freedom he has with your piece. The more creative freedom, the better a piece usually becomes.

• Have fun and be open to surprises. The beauty with pottery is that pieces change after each firing. Sometimes things go as planned, sometimes properties change unexpectedly. Find beauty in the unpredicted outcomes. It’s what makes your piece unique to you!

How long will each commission take?

Each piece can take up to 4-6 weeks to create from start to finish. The process of each piece includes coming up with an idea, throwing the form on a wheel, illustrating the designs, painting, bisque firing, waxing (optional), glazing, and finally glaze firing. Patience is crucial throughout the process. You will have weekly updates from me to stay in-touch with your piece’s transformation every step of the way.

How much will it cost?

Pricing will vary depending on the difficulty of each piece’s form, illustration, materials used, and time spent.

Below are the base price for each piece I’m currently offering.

• 4” Planters - $70

• 8-10 oz. Tumblers - $50

• 10-12 oz. Mugs - $75

Larger sizes are available upon request with price adjustments.

New illustrations will also experience a price adjustment to account for the extra time it will take me to draw and paint.

Keep in mind that the final price will vary depending on our collaborative creative vision. The costs listed above is a starting point.

Pro tip: Let the artist know your budget so they can work within your limits. It’s super helpful and saves a lot of time.

A 50% non-refundable deposit is required when a commission request is accepted by both parties.

How do I order a commission?

I accept a very limited number of commissions at a time. When available, you can visit my Order Commissions page and send a form request.

Openings for commissions are announced on Instagram. There will also be a note on the order page when commissions are open and closed.

Didn’t find an answer to your question?

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