Commissions

The Process:

  1. Fill out the form I created with the details of what you would like to commission. (The form is linked under these process steps). This form will help me understand what it is you want, and decide how much I would be charging for the custom piece. 
  2. After looking over the form you filled out, I will reach out and explain whether I can or cannot do the art piece and also let you know how much it will cost.
  3. If you consider the price and decide to commission an art piece, I will need 60% of the price payed before I begin the commission. I accept payments via Venmo or Paypal.
  4. When the 60% payment is secure, I will begin the art piece. During the process, I will send you updates and ask if you want changes made.
  5. When the art piece is completed and confirmed by the commissioner, it will be shipped with insurance. 

    *If the commissioner refuses the art piece, it will not be shipped to them, and they will not receive a refund of the paid 60%.
    *The price of the commission will depend on materials, time, shipping and date it you would like it finished by.

    Commission Form

    Commission Status: CLOSED

    *You are welcome to submit a form while commissions are closed, but you will be put on a waiting list and your custom piece may not be finished in a long while.

Custom Art Options

Gouache Paintings

Gouache is my most used medium. The paint is very similar to watercolor, in that it can be reactivated by water and thinned out to give a light, simple look. But without the use of much water, Gouache paint is much thicker than watercolor. I love how vibrant this medium can make paintings; it really brings out dramatic highlights and shadows.

Watercolor Paintings

Watercolor can give off a very soft, dreamy look. My favorite aspect of this medium is its ability to show beauty in simplicity. When it comes to painting with watercolor, it takes some practice to figure out how to layer the paint to bring out its best values.

Graphite Pencil Drawings

Graphite Pencils are my current medium for drawing people portraits. I have not yet ventured into painting people, but it should come soon! I really love the grayscale look graphite pencils give portraits. There are features of this medium that make it easier than painting, but also harder in some ways.

Custom Bookmarks

This is something I offer in any of my mediums! The bookmarks in the example picture were done with watercolor. Custom bookmarks could be a great option for a bookclub, group of bookworm friends, or just as a gift for anyone who likes reading!

If you are interested in ordering bookmarks, please reach out to me via email at mercedes.crouse@artbymercy.com