I have a QandA “template” that I send to people who are thinking of getting a sketch.

I’ve pasted it below. Hope it answers all your questions. 

Do you take commissions?

Yes

What are your prices?

The sketches come in three sizes A5, A4 and A3. They can be purchased “framed” or “unframed”.

Framed A5 – $115 (rectangle or square frame)

Framed A4 – $150

Framed A3 – $220

Take $20 off each price for “unframed”. 

What are the (approx) sizes?

A5 sketch measures about 14cm x 15cm

A5 frames are 25cm x 25cm for a square frame or 23cm x 32cm for a rectangular frame

A4 sketch measures 21cm x 30cm

A4 frame measures 32cm x 42cm

A3 sketch measures 30cm x 42cm

A3 frame measures 52cm x 42cm

How long do I have to wait?

Normally a sketch can be completed in 4 weeks however when there are backlogs, a sketch can take 8-10 weeks

Can any house be sketched?

I sketch houses from photos. A house photo needs to clearly show the front and one full side of a house please. Houses hidden behind a lot of shrubs and tall trees don’t lend themselves to my style. 

What about if I want something added to the sketch; like a dog or a car?

Usually these additions would be an extra cost. 

What’s the process?

You advise a sketch size and frame size and send a reference photo

I sketch the house and message you when finished. At this time I also send you my bank details for a bank transfer. I also accept cash.

After payment I advise you of a sketch pick up address in Shorncliffe. 

What are the materials I use?

All sketches are done on FABRIANO Bristol smooth design illustration paper 250g/m2

Frames are brand new IKEA frames

Sketch pens are Micron Pigma 005 and 04 archival ink pens and COPIC pens for colour

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