FAQ's
How an image is produced
Peter Simmons commissioned this painting for a 21st birthday gift. He kindly allowed me to use his photos here. Thank you Peter.
Images supplied:
![Mazda]](images/mazda1.jpg)
A rough will be drawn up (in this case three examples were created with photoshop):-
Copy of the drawing sent for approval:
Changes are made then painting undertaken.
The finished painting
Once completed I can email you examples of how your painting will look when framed and mounted. Please ask (or see below).
Paintings usually look better when both mounted and framed. Cream with gold is usuallay a good bet. If considering a mount ask that it be cut with a slightly wider bottom edge, it improves the look of the image and stops it "dropping out" of the bottom of the frame.
When considering colours of the mount and frame it is a good idea to use some of the colours used in the painting itself.
Frame only: - note how the image looks smaller than the mounted ones.
Frame 2
Ivory coloured mount with gold frame
Frame 3
Cream coloured mount with mahogany effect wooden frame
Frame 4
Pale grey coloured mount with wooden frame
Frame 5
Pale grey/blue coloured mount with grey/blue frame
Frame 5
Pale green coloured mount with green frame
How much will it cost?
- Printing quotes vary according to size, colour or black and white and quality of paper or card. We are very competative if you are considering print runs for leaflets or posters up to about 800-1,000. Our price list.
Its difficult to have a price list as such when considering a database or website. There are too many variables but a basic brochure type site would cost from about £75.00.
Paintings: The cost of printing will vary according to size, colour or black and white and quality of paper or card. We are very competative if you are considering print runs for leaflets or posters up to about 800-1,000. Our price list.
Do I have any obligation?
- No. If commissioning a painting you get to see it in its early stages, if you are happy we proceed. Once finished and you dont like it (though this has not yet happened) you are under no obligation to buy it.
If we are discussing a print job we ask you check your proofs (samples can be supplied if required). Once printed we would ask for payment.
Do you charge for roughs?
- No.
How long to paintings take?
- About 4 to 6 weeks, do check with us as this may vary. If its for a special occasion and you need it in a hurry we will see what we can do to oblige.
Can you use my own images?
- Yes, if the resolution is high enough for the job in hand.
Can I use more than one photo?
- Of course, you can use as many images as you wish. A composite can be made from the images.
How do I get good quality photos?
- Generaly, the higher the "megapixels" your camera - the higher resolution. the amount of light and camera settings make a difference also. if in doubt, ramp up the resolution. Images should ideally be at least 200k in size to give some detail. If the images are to be used for print 300 dpi is adequate.
How do I make copies of photos?
- You can email them directly or, if they are a conventional printed photo you will need access to a flatbed scanner. Scanners are shipped with a lot of home computer sysems or you may find your friends have one, or there is one at your local learning centre or library.
My photos are pixelated or of low quality
- Increase the image size setting on your camera. To get a really good photo you need an image that more than fills your screen. it is possible to increase the resolution here but the higher the original quality the better.
