Commissions — Hillary Manalo Lockerman

Are you thinking about commissioning a painting?

It’s a fun collaborative experience!

Let’s get started!

By answering these questions, it will help me figure out your expectations.

Your Email Address

1. Is this your first time commissioning artwork? What is it about my work that attracts you? Are there certain elements or certain pieces of mine that you really like?

What is the subject matter?

When does the painting need to be completed?

Questions and Comments:

Comparison of photo reference next to final painting

Things you may need to know too…

1. I primarily work in acrylic on wood panels. I can also do drawings.

2. I will let you know of any concerns that I may have before any agreements have been made (and please let me know of any concerns you may have too!).

3. Should we decide that we’re a good match for a collaboration, I’ll provide you with a contract and/or invoice. Then I’ll ask for a 50% upfront non-refundable deposit, and the final payment will be due upon delivery.

4. Check-ins. Feel free to ask me periodically how things are going. I’m not usually comfortable sharing progress photos, but I can let you know where I am in the process. I might reach out to you in case I need more feedback about the direction of the painting. I value and appreciate your honesty. If there’s something that you’re not 100% satisfied with or the direction that I’m going, please tell me immediately so I can correct the trajectory.

5. Any work that I create, commissioned or otherwise, is copyrighted—I maintain all rights to the image of the commissioned painting. No reproductions can be made without my authorization, and I can go over details in the contract. I will share with you a photo of the final piece. I may use the image of the painting to advertise online and on social media. When sharing photos of my work online or on social media, I ask that you please credit me (@hemlocker_studio). Thank you!

Questions? Contact me!