tjota

HELLOOOOOO !!

I'm writing this for the people who ask for commissions, maybe it will clear up some things, My current rates are:

• $ 400 - 650 ~ bust to half-body with minimal background. Examples:

• $650 - 950 ~ 3/4 or full body + background

• $950 - 1,150 For couples. Or frenemies!

• $1,000 - $1,500 For extra-complex work; wrap covers, extra detailed, or 3+ characters.

*All currencies are in USD

Contact

You can reach me at: jacksontjota@gmail.com

Alternatively, you may look at what I'm up to on Instagram or Facebook:

http://www.facebook.com/jacksontjota

http://www.instagram.com/tjota_art

If you find it hard to contact me via e-mail, social media is the next best thing :giggle:

Items required

I'm going to need your description, preferably compact, could be in bullet points. I don't need a whole page of texts unless you think it's relevant. Otherwise, I prefer visual references or mood board. You can sketch it yourself (I promise I won't laugh!), or photos, other people's artwork. Also, let me know the size of the canvas. It's better for me to determine the composition early and avoid a headache later on. Even better if you have a template.

Payment

Usually I will ask a down-payment of 20-50%, but I will only provide you with my Paypal e-mail once I started working! I don't really want to feel like I owe people; receiving money but no work! lol~ So I will kick-start our relationship with a sketch. I will keep the final file hostage until you pay the rest of the ransom. Recurring clients don't need to do this, however. That means, if you ever come back for a second time, you can pay at the end. Why do I do this? Let's just say that sometimes people like to trick artists into doing free art. Fake commissions? I require a gesture of goodwill.

Time frame

On average; 1-2 months for big drawings. On average, I do 2-4 paintings per month depending on how big each of them are. If you have a tight deadline, do let me know in advance so I don't miss it !! When we have a deal, even if it takes a while, I will do it, I promise!

F.A.Q.

• Can I use your art on my personal blog / website / avatar / game etc.

Mostly, yes. Most of my works are copyrighted for books and games, but it should be okay as long as you're not making money from them. The most I would ask for is an artist's credit, so if anyone asks, point them to my direction. I don't like to use watermarks because I think it destroys the beauty of (any) artwork, so please don't sell my stuff because that would make me really sad.

• Do you charge extra if I use it for commercial purposes?

No. As far as I'm concerned, you pay for my time and skills, and that product is yours. Where appropriate, simply crediting me as the creator will do. Usually inside a book too! Some people give tips, which I highly appreciate. Others send a copy of the final product to me. It's super! I take pride of my work, so showing me what you do with the result brings me pleasure.

• Do you charge less if we're friends?

No. Us being friends doesn't make the work easier, I'm afraid. I'm not a factory robot, lol~ but with that said, just communicate. I do give discounts/fixed rates from time to time.

• What genre of paintings do you accept?

- fantasy and sci-fi, obviously. Original and fanart.

- I don't mind exploring exotic, spicy fetish, lol~

- I don't mind trying my hands on whimsical, light-hearted pieces.

- Or dark, disturbing art, oh I love those!

• And what do you refuse?

- Things I'm not good at; technical drawings, graphic design, etc.

- Putting someone's face on a certain character. Ugh, I tried this a few times, it never worked. I do reference from photos, but the end result is often different.

- Caricature. It reminds me of my early, desperate days, so no, thank you.

• Do you accept requests or trade?

So far, no. I have a lot in my hands lately, and most are published works. And there is only one person on earth that I'm willing to do free art for.

• Your work is great, but it's outside my budget! Anything else I could do?

You could ease up the description so I could do a painting that is more suitable to your budget. Alternatively, I could refer you some artists that (I think) are closer to your budget. I assure you, I'll pick artists who are professional, with good personality.

Thank you, and do let me know if there are any more unclear things !!