Cartooning & illustration Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

• Can I use your art on my blog/website/class project?
• I've never hired an illustrator before. What does the process involve?
• How much does this cost?
• How long will it take to complete my project?
• What types of payment do you accept?
• How is the artwork created?
• What do I receive with my final file package?
• Who owns the final artwork?
• Do you work for free?
• Will you work for a percentage of the profits from this awesome business venture I'm starting?
• Can I get some sample sketches to see if I like your ideas before we get started?

The bulk of the art you see on my site was created for other clients and is therefore not available for any sort of usage unless otherwise specified. However, feel free to contact me to discuss. Some images may be available for licensed use for a small fee.

For startes, check out my cartooning & illustration process overview page for a full overview of what's involved.

In general, I will send over some questions to help me understand your project, and based on your answers I will provide a quote. After payment of your 50% deposit, I'll start on the initial sketches and send them to you via email.

Revised sketches will be created as needed from your feedback. Once the sketch has been approved, I will create the final color artwork in vector format. Working versions will be sent via email for feedback and final approval.

Once the final art has been approved, the final file package is sent over via email upon receipt of your payment of the balance due.

In general, it's best to discuss your particular project, but you can get an overview of costs on my Rates page.

While this varies per-project, in general I ask clients to allow for 2 business weeks to complete a project if possible.

If that doesn't fit your timeframe, please contact me to discuss. It's always possible that I can work things in for your timeframe or deadline.

I prefer PayPal or Google Checkout, both of which accept credit or debit card payments without needing an account with either service.

Personal or business checks are fine as well, however this will delay the start time of your project until the check clears.

I work exclusively in vector art, which is a great format as it allows the final art to be sized as small as a postage stamp or as large as a billboard using the same file, with no loss in quality.

The artwork will need to be exported in other formats for certain uses such as the web, and I provide a full file package as well. See the next question for details.

I provide a full file package that includes your final art in the following formats: EPS vector art, high-resolution PNG file, and both small and large JPEG and GIF files for web usage.

If you need any other format, I am glad to export them for you upon request. However, the formats mentioned above should cover almost every print or web usage out there.

If you're interested in what exactly you'll receive as part of the final files package, you can download a ZIP file with some sample art.

Typically for logo and character mascot projects, the price quoted will include the copyright transfer. It's your responsibility to optionally register the copyright with the U.S. Copyright office if you prefer.

Sorry, no.

I don't do any work for percentages of profits only.

Sorry, no. My website portfolio should give you a full understanding of the kind of artwork I create.

I am more than glad to discuss your project via phone or email prior to starting the process, but no sketches or artwork will be created without some sort of payment for my efforts.

You can also read what satisfied clients have to say about working with me on the Testimonials page.

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