painting commissions
I am currently taking submissions for model horse painting commissions. I paint in high-quality airbrushed and handpainted acrylics, pastels, and pencils. I am comfortable working with resin, pewter, or resin 3D printed models. I plan on taking around 3-5 commissions at a time and will maintain a waitlist if necessary.
pricing
Prices vary depending on the type of color/pattern, size of model, and work required to make it ready to paint.
Prepping
Basic prep (no breaks/rough casts) - $15+ (size/condition depending)
Prep w/ small repairs (such as fixing an ear tip break) - $case-by-case
Please note, I will not take overly rough casts or prints that are unprepped. This includes casts from Brigitte Eberl or Seunta. I am happy to take those on WITH professional prep already completed. I also do not take potentially hazardous 3D prints from irreputable businesses. Most resin 3D prints (no filament) I am happy to work on otherwise. I also do not have the skills to feel comfortable taking on models with severe damage/breaks or require stripping.
Paintwork
See below for paintwork prices per size category. Simple solid includes a solid color + simple white markings (such as a bay with a couple of socks and a stripe), and the price will vary for anything more complex. I am happy to give you an exact quote with reference images or detailed descriptions. Right now I do not feel comfortable doing fantasy colors or exact portraits. I prefer to work with a bit of wiggle room for artistic license, but I will do my best to make your vision come to life in my own style.
Mini Scale (micro to curi0)
Simple solid - $100
Complex solid (roan, dapple gray, etc.) - $120+
Low/Medium pinto/appaloosa - $150
Extensive pinto/appaloosa - $175+
Medium Scale (venti to classic)
Simple solid - $150
Complex solid (roan, dapple gray, etc.) - $170+
Low/Medium pinto/appaloosa - $200
Extensive pinto/appaloosa - $250+
Large Scale (traditional)
Simple solid - $250
Complex solid (roan, dapple gray, etc.) - $300+
Low/Medium pinto/appaloosa - $400
Extensive pinto/appaloosa - $475+
commission process & policies
While I will do my utmost best to provide you with a horse painted to your satisfaction, I cannot guarantee a perfection. I prep and paint horses with quality materials and strive for as close to perfection as I can get but I cannot with absolute certainty guarantee perfectly smooth and flawless work.
The process will work as follows: you submit your commission request, I review the request and return to you with a quote or further questions to iron out your exact desires. As soon as everything is agreed upon, I will give you shipping information on getting your model to me. IMPORTANT: I am located in the Netherlands, all shipping costs are your responsibility, so please keep that in mind if you are outside of the EU.
Once I have received the model, I will confirm with you that I have it and at that point request a 20% down payment to start. As soon as that is paid, I will begin work on the model and will do my best to keep you updated. I do not have an exact time frame for completion of models but I will generally contact once prep is done, once a base coat is down (to make sure you are happy with the color), and then once near completion for final approval before sealing.
Final payment + return shipping will be requested upon completion of the model. I am happy to work out time payments, if needed, at the beginning of a commission so that you may pay it off while the model is in progress. This MUST be discussed at the start, not at the end.