Frequently Asked Questions

Commissions & Process

Do you accept art commissions?

Yes, I accept commissions for automotive art drawings, paintings and portraits. With automotive art drawings I offer a variety of commissioned packages; Premium, Premium Plus and Prestige – each with its own features. For more detail on the pricing, as well as what each package entails, please visit my drawings page. For more information on automotive pop realism paintings please visit my paintings page. For more information on automotive portrait artwork visit my portraits page.

How long in advance should I order a commission?

In order to ensure timeous delivery of an artwork, please allow for a lead time of of at least 4 weeks (drawings and portraits) and 8 weeks (paintings). During my busier times of the year, which are June-August and November-December, please allow for a lead time of 6 weeks (drawings and portraits) and 10 weeks (paintings). Where possible, please contact me well in advance to ensure you get a slot in my schedule and to avoid disappointment.

Do you need reference photographs to render the artwork?

Yes, I do. Almost all of my commissioned artworks are based on reference photographs. Clients should forward 3 to 5 photographs of the views and angles they would like. I will then review the photos and recommend which ones will work best for the artwork.

In which format should I send reference photos to you?

Good reference photographs form the basis for almost every artwork I create - the more detail I can see, the better the artwork will be. Images should be clear, in focus and captured in high-resolution in JPEG format.

Do I receive a proof before the artwork starts?

Yes, using the reference photographs you’ve sent, I first create and send you a quick digital mockup/layout to show what the final artwork will look like. After you approve the layout, the commissions process can commence. I will continue to keep you updated throughout the process.

Can you make custom changes for the artwork?

Reference photos should be 99% ready to be rendered as is. However, small tweaks and changes i.e. colour, removal of certain unwanted reflections or items, blemishes, adding of personal plates (automotive art), etc. can be made before the commission process begins.

What artwork paper/canvas sizes do you offer?

All my drawings are done on high quality ultra smooth Strathmore Bristol 300gsm board size: 33 x 51cm (13 x 20 inches). All my paintings are done on premium grade 100% cotton 380gsm fine weave stretched canvas in various sizes starting at 24 x 33 inches and larger.

What kind of mediums do you use for your art?

I only use high quality materials to produce all of my artworks. For drawings, these include Copic markers, Copic multi-liners, Prismacolor, Faber Castell and Derwent pencils, amongst others. For paintings, these include Winsor Newton and Daler Rowney professional grade acrylic paints.

Pricing & Payment

How much does a commissioned artwork or design project cost?

The commissioned packages for automotive art drawings start at $350 USD (subject to change). For more details on what each package entails, please visit my drawings page. Automotive Pop Realism paintings start at $500 USD. For more info please visit my paintings page. Automotive Portraits start at $350 USD. For more info please visit my portraits page. Automotive graphic design, digital marketing, branding and communications projects start at $30 USD per hour. For more info please visit my motormedia page. For more info on pricing of fine art prints, merchandise and digital downloads, please visit my store page.

Do you offer discounts for multiple orders and do you have special promotions?

Yes, I do offer discounts on 2 or more commissions from a single client. Special promotions are also run occasionally. To find more detail on discounts and to be kept informed about when these promotions run, please follow my social media channels.

How do you accept payments?

PayPal is the preferred and most secure payment method for all international clients. Prices are quoted in USD. Prices in different currencies will be calculated upon payment through PayPal. Clients that are based in South Africa may pay via Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT).

What are your payment terms?

After we have discussed and confirmed the commissioned artwork you want, I will send you a PayPal invoice stating all the details of the artwork. For drawing commissions, full payment is required in advance and must be made before I start the commission. For painting commissions, a 50% desposit is required before the commission process starts.

Shipping & Delivery

Do you ship worldwide?

Yes, my artworks have been shipped worldwide to countries which include, the USA, Canada, the UK, Australia, New Zealand and South Africa, as well as to countries across Europe and the Middle East.

How much are the shipping/delivery costs?

Depending on the option you choose, worldwide shipping and delivery (with full online tracking & tracing) is included with automotive art drawing and automotive portrait commissions to over 220 destinations worldwide. Due to its size and value, the costs of shipping my automotive pop realism paintings are calculated separately from drawings. Please enquire directly for shipping, handling and fees for automotive art paintings.

How long does shipping/delivery take?

Shipping and delivery usually takes anywhere between 3 to 6 business days depending on destination and customs. Please also keep in mind that there may sometimes be a slight delay as a result of unforeseen global events.

What shipping options do you offer?

All my drawings are professionally prepared, packaged and shipped in sturdy postal tubes. The tube gives the drawing maximum protection and ensures it arrives at its final destination in perfect condition. All framing is handled by the client who can go to a professional framing gallery of their choice. My paintings however, can be shipped framed and unframed. For more information regarding the shipping options of paintings please visit my paintings page.

Gift Certificates

Do you offer gift certificates for art commissions?

Yes, I offer gift certificates for both automotive art drawing and painting commissions. Please note that gift certificates cannot be used in my online store as these products are printed and sold independently from third party service providers.

How do I go about purchasing a gift certificate?

Please email me directly with the recipient’s name and surname as well as the amount you would like to gift. Please note that a minimum amount of $50 USD is payable to purchase a gift certificate.

What period are gift certificates valid for?

All gift certificates are valid for a period of five (5) years from the date of purchase. Please note that gift certificates cannot be redeemed or exchanged for cash.

How do I receive gift certificates?

Gift certificates are sent electronically via email to the buyer or alternatively to the recipient of the gift certificate. Gift certificates are sent in PDF format and contain the recipient’s full name, date of purchase and expiry, as well as unique code that can be redeemed at time of purchase.

Requests & Partnerships

Can I buy art prints of existing automotive artworks?

Yes, you can. I have an online store where automotive art prints, canvas prints, metal prints and various other apparel and merchandise can be ordered, customised and shipped worldwide. In addition, there are printable 3D anamorphic artworks available for purchase as digital downloads in PDF format.

Can you render artworks that are not car related?

Yes, I can. While my primary focus is usually on automotive artworks, I also enjoy doing pencil portraits of people, animals or any other subject matter on special request. Please visit my portraits page for more information.

Can you render concept/design/build sketches for my car?

No, I do not render any concept or design sketches. I have chosen to rather concentrate my efforts on the commissioned artwork of cars drawn, rendered or painted from photos as can be seen in my portfolio.

Do you collaborate/partner with other businesses?

Yes, I collaborate with a number of strategic partners in business and industry all over the world on various on-going projects. If you would like to connect with a project, please feel free to contact me directly.