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COMMISSIONS
Have a unique masterpiece made just for you.
The content for commission work is usually inspired by previous paintings and studies by Richard or the client's own photographs.
Richard J Oliver begins the commission process by discussing with the client their needs and concepts and often looking at the space the commission will eventually be located. Richard and his wife Michelle, who has had decades of experience as an interior designer, will discuss and offer recommendations for the space, taking into consideration sizing, color, and subject. Mock ups and mood boards are routinely used to virtually stage ideas for clients considering commissions and a digital representation of the painting may be drafted before attempting the final piece.
WHAT IS A COMMISSION?
A commission is a custom work of art created specifically for the client.
WHAT SUBJECTS CAN BE COMMISSIONED?
Richard J Oliver makes both Landscape and figurative Portrait commissions. The commission can be inspired by one of Richards existing studies, reference photographs or a photograph provided by the client.
WHAT MEDIUM DOES RICHARD USE FOR COMMISSIONS?
All commissions will be painted in oil on either canvas or gessoed board.
ARE COMMISSIONS FRAMED?
Commission prices do not include the cost of framing however since Richard J Oliver does all framing in-house, custom frames may be designed and created for an additional agreed fee between the artist and client. Frames typically add between 2 and 8 inches to the canvas size.
WHAT IS THE PRICE FOR A CUSTOM COMMISSION?
Prices are approximately $5.00 per square inch. There is a commission price minimum of $1000, regardless of desired size.
HOW MUCH WILL SHIPPING/DELIVERY COST?
Shipping costs vary depending on the size of the painting. For smaller painting, shipping is included. For medium sized paintings (720 to 1,296 sq. in.) a shipping quote will be provided. Richard J Oliver Gallery offers delivery and pick up options for collectors in the Southern California area.
IS THERE A DEPOSIT?
There is a 50% refundable deposit. The deposit is refundable at any point of the commission process, and can either be canceled by Richard J Oliver or the client. The remaining half shall be paid upon completion of the painting. Richard J Oliver accepts credit card, check, and/or cash. Paypal and Venmo are also accepted forms of payment.
WHAT IS THE TIMELINE?
After the 50% deposit is received, the client is added to the commission wait list. Richard J Oliver works on commissions in the order they are received. Currently, the commission turnaround time is 6 months.
5 hr
500 US dollars
10 hr
2,500 US dollars
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