Contract for Portrait Commission by Angel McMorrow dba: Chi Crafts
This is a contract between the "client" ______________________________ located at _____________________________________________ (address)
City: _____________________________ State: ________ Zip: _______________
Phone: ___________________ Cell: _____________________ Email: _____________________ and Angel McMorrow (the "artist").
The client wishes to commission the artist to paint a portrait, pet portrait, or landscape. The appropriate model release form has been signed by the subject or the subject's parent, guardian, or owner (if a pet). By entering this contract the client acknowledges that they have reviewed other portraits/landscapes by the artist and are familiar with the artist's style and wish to have a fine art portrait or landscape of a subject completed by the artist in oils, acrylic or pencil as specified below. Examples of the artist's work can be seen at www.Facebook.com/chicreativecrafts
Subject(s) name: ____________________________ Breed:_________________________
Medium (select one): Alla Prima Oil _____ Acrylic _____ Pencil _____ Charcoal_______
Color Pencil________Street Style ______
Brief Description: Head ____ Bust ____ Three Quarter ____ Full ____ Artist’s Choice ____
If extra closeup: Just eyes ___ Eyes and nose ____ Eyes/Nose/Mouth ____ Full Head ____
Canvas/ Paper Size: _________________
Background: Minimal _____ Detail: _____ if detail, explain:______________________________________________________________
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Additional Subjects: _____________________________________________________________
Other requests or information (if needed by specific date): ____________________________________________________
The price of the commission portrait is $__________ plus artist's travel expenses and shipping, if required. Price does not include framing; paper will include matting and protective film. Once a non-refundable deposit of ½ of the total commission price has been paid, the artist will schedule the painting into her work calendar. If applicable, artist can schedule a photo session.
The final painting is usually completed within two to four weeks after the photo is selected and supplies are gathered. The client understands sketches are loose renditions of the subject and may not make sense until the paint is added. Any distractions (like texting) can disrupt the flow of the painting process so the artist usually does not show sketches to the client unless specifically asked. To receive emails/texts of sketches and painting-in-progress, check here ____.
If you oppose progress shots being posted on social media (such as a gift for someone), check here _____.
Upon completion, the artist will text or email the image to the client for review. When approved, the second payment of 1/2 + shipping commission price is due. Client will have 7 business days to complete payment. Incomplete payment after 7 days, unless previously discussed, order will be thrown out with no refund. The painting must dry before delivery. How fast it dries depends on thickness of paint and medium.
Fees are only for the original artwork and do not include copyrights or reproduction rights, which remain with the artist.
Copyright Issues
Clarification of Artist rights as protected by the Federal Copyright Act of 1976 and the Federal Visual Rights Act of 1991:
Purchase of a copyrighted artwork does not transfer the copyrights. The copyright to reproduce the works in copies, to produce derivative work based on the copyrighted image, and distribute copies is retained by the Artist. Any transfer of this copyright must be in writing expressly identifying what rights are being sold and for what purpose.
Works of art cannot be modified without the permission of the artist. Works cannot be distributed, mutilated, or modified in any way that would prejudice the reputation of the Artist.
Client (print name): _____________________________________
Signature: ____________________________________ Date: ______________________
Contract Date: ____________________________Contract Number: _________________
Artist: Angel McMorrow ,
Signature: ______________________________ Date: __________________________
Model Release Form for Minor or pet
I, ______________________________, am the parent or legal guardian of ______________________________ (model) and have the legal right to execute this release. I consent and authorize Angel McMorrow, her heirs, and assigns to use and reproduce ______________________________ (the minor's/pet’s) image in all forms and media, for any and all legal purposes, including publication and advertising, and I waive any right to inspect or approve the finished artwork before reproduction. I have read this release before signing and acknowledge that I am familiar with its contents.
Parent or Guardian Signature: ______________________________
Date: ___________________