Frequently Asked Questions

  • The type, size, complexity, and number of paintings in your order will determine how long to expect your painting to be completed. Lead time will vary, but typically:

    • Fine art wedding painting and custom acrylic painting: minimum 4-8 weeks.

    • Pet portrait acrylic painting, pet ornaments: 1-3 weeks.

    • Watercolor portraits/illustrations: 3-7 days.

    • House portraits: 1-3 weeks.

  • That’s amazing! I am pleased to announce I am now offering a combination of live wedding painting (fine art acrylic painting of the newlywed/couple) AND watercolor guest illustrations.

  • I generally take bookings 3 to 9 months in advance, but may have last-minute availability

  • Yes, a signed contract is required for all bookings.

  • For live painting, a retainer/deposit of 30% is required. The remaining 70% is due by 1 month prior to your event (although payment can be made sooner if you wish).

    For custom artwork orders over a certain dollar amount, a 50% deposit may be required in order to start the project.

  • For custom artork and live painting, I currently accept Venmo, PayPal, SquareUp, CashApp, and Zelle. For local deliveries for custom artwork orders I can also accept cash and credit/debit card.

    All bookings for live painting made starting in February 2025 will now be handled on Honeybook.

    I do not accept cash or checks for live painting at this time.

  • Yes, I can ship artwork! Depending on artwork size/weight, shipping address, insurance/tracking, and standard/priority shipping, this added expense may be anywhere from $5 to $75+.

    For local deliveries I offer porch pick-up or a meeting location in or near Brighton, MI at no additional expense.

  • Yes I will travel to your venue for live painting. Travel included for certain radius from my home address. Outside this radius, a travel policy may apply at this time, and requires your event venue address for accurate quoting.

    This additional fee, on top of the base package, may include:

    • Gas mileage reimbursement, calculated round-trip

    • Travel accommodation reimbursement (1 or 2 nights)

    • An hourly minimum package (for guest illustrations).

    • Certain locations requiring flying or multi-day travel may incur a flat rate fee.

  • Yes, I offer payment plans! Please note that the total amount for your live painting package will be due in full by 1 month prior; the total amount for custom artwork must be received in full prior to delivery or shipping of the artwork.