1. Send an inquiry email here detailing the kind of commission you are interested in and your general budget. Once submitted, you will receive an email response within 2 business days. This will answer any questions you may have and set up a consultation via phone, email or zoom call with Chris. Because Chris works primarily from photo, you will also receive instructions on how to create/find optimal photographic reference materials for your commission.

2. At your consult, you and Chris will look together at any reference photos you have gathered/taken and discuss the best way to bring your commission to life according to your vision and budget.

3. A non-refundable down payment of 50% of the total price is required before a commission will be started. You’ll receive a contract to sign detailing pricing, timeline of completion, etc.

4. When your commission is nearing completion, Chris will send you progress photos for a review and feedback session.

5. Chris will make any small revisions that are necessary, and send an updated photo for final approval. Once approved by you, the remaining balance is due.

6. Your commission is shipped out for you to enjoy!

Pricing is determined by how much time Chris will need to create your work - this varies depending on the size, scope, and media of your commission. Chris offers options that fit all budgets - a quick sketch can start at as low as $50 and price scales up from there. During your initial consult, Chris will work with you to find the best option within your budget.

• Any necessary sales tax and shipping costs will be added on to the price of the work.

• At this time, we are accepting cash and PayPal for local transactions, and Paypal for all online Transactions.

• Flexible payment plans are available and can be discussed during your initial consult.

-Charcoal on paper

-Graphite on paper

-Oil on linen

-Digital media

To keep things simple, we are offering commission services in the following mediums and sizes. If you would like to discuss custom sizing for your commission, please discuss this during the consult. Please note that larger sizes scale with price.

Oil on Linen - 10”x14”, 12”x16”, 18”x24”

Graphite on Paper - 11”x14”, 18”x24”

Vine Charcoal on Paper - 11”x14”, 18”x24”

Digital Media- Custom to any specifications

Current turnaround time for a commission is approximately 8 weeks from start date. This time frame may vary based on the scope of your project. Commissions are completed on a first come, first served basis. If you have specific a deadline and/or need the work completed in an expedited timeline, please be sure to communicate this during your consult.

*Note* commissions in oil may take longer than the 8 week estimate due to natural drying times and varnishing.

Your completed commission will be carefully packaged and shipped within one week of final receipt of payment. If you have a particular shipping preference, please communicate this in advance of shipment and we will be happy to accommodate.

Chris uses only high end art supplies to ensure great quality and archival works of art. *Note* manufactures listed below are not current sponsors of CLH Studios.

- Oil paint - Geneva, old Holland, Winsor & Newton oil Paints.
- Canvas - Oil primed Belgian Linen
- Stretcher Bars - Pro-Bar heavy duty wood stretcher bars
- Pencils - Blackwing Pencils
- Paper - Stonehenge and Strathmore paper products

Well made and maintained artwork can last a lifetime or more. Best care practices for your artwork would be to display the work in a low light, low moisture setting. Direct Sunlight, moisture and tobacco smoke can cause long lasting adverse effects to your artwork.
All works on linen are shipped with a coat of protective varnish at no additional cost. For works on paper, we recommend matting and framing to best protect your work. We do provide matting/framing services to works on paper for an additional fee. Please note your interest in additional services before final payment is sent.