Hi all! Apologies for the slightly late post; Easter Weekend holiday and all... That said, this is the full list of Terms and Conditions regarding MFS Commissions, both public and private - though there are little extra bits regarding Patreon, so be sure to check it out. I know it's weird to see such legal-ish stuff, but I just wish to make this all clear. Now without further ado...
MFS COMMISSIONS: TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Pre-amble: This document aims to provide the terms and conditions of working with MostlyFunStuff Arts in the exchange of information and creation of commission artworks. It aims to provide this information in a simple and readable manner. By reading this and asking for a paid artwork, you agree to these terms and conditions. You will be notified if there are any changes to this document.
1. Terms used in this Document:
1.1 - "I" and "me" and "my" refers to MostlyFunStuff, the sole trader owner of MostlyFunStuff Arts and the MFS Patreon.
1.2 - "You" and "your" refers to yourself as the customer.
1.3 - "We" refers to myself and yourself in the exchange of information.
1.4 - "Commission" refers to a paid request to create a personalised artwork.
1.5 - "DeviantArt" refers to the website made for sharing artworks.
1.6 - "Patreon" refers to the website where artists and creators can be supported by "Patrons", who can donate any amount they wish, and receive rewards.
2. Requirements before Commissioning
2.1 - A PayPal account and an email address is required before contacting me with commission information.
2.2 - The PayPal account is required to send funds.
2.3 - The email address is required for me to send an invoice to you at completion of the commission work.
2.4 - The email address can also be used for me to send the completed commission work. Other sources are available such as sta.sh on DeviantArt.
3. Types of Commissions
3.1 - There are three types of commissions:
- 1. Sketch Arts - Rough sketch-style works with no line-work or color
- 2. Lined Arts - Completed line-work, ready for color
- 3. Color Arts - Full-color works
3.2 Each has their own price rate, as shown on The List. You can refer to that list, or you can ask me directly and I can provide you the current rates.
4. The List
4.1 - The List is a publicly shown list of the in-progress and completed commissions, with distinct categories depending on the type of commisison.
4.2 - The List is currently located on my deviantArt page: mostlyfunstuff.deviantart.com
4.3 - The List has a limited number of "slots", and shows the open and close status for each category.
4.4 - If you do not wish your username be shown, please indicate beforehand and your place will be shown as ANONYMOUS.
4.5 - The List also contains the details of the pricing for each commission type, including base rates and extras. You can also ask me directly and I can provide you the current rates.
5. The Process and Contact
5.1 - During the commission process, there are four distinct stages
- 1. Information
- 2. Sketching
- 3. Lining
- 4. Coloring
5.2 - I will be in contact with you during every stage of the commission process as it updates.
5.3 - All WIPs shown during this process are compressed and reduced size JPGS.
5.4 - Contact will be made via your choice of deviantART notes or email [Or Patreon Message].
5.5 - To ensure a quick and smooth-going process, it is highly recommended that you choose your most commonly used contact that you can respond to as soon as possible.
6. Pricing and Payments
6.1 - During the first stage of the commission (see 5.1), the prices, according to the fixed rates on The List is referred to, and can help inform your decision on which type of commission to buy. You can also ask me for this information.
6.2 - Upon completion of the work, an invoice will be sent to your provided email. As it is a PayPal invoice, you can choose to pay the invoice through there.
6.3 - [For MostlyFunstuff Patrons pledging $10 or more]: There is a 15% discount for Patrons in this tier: which amounts to 15% off the total cost of the commissions.
6.4 - [For MostlyFunstuff Patrons pledging $10 or more]: To be eligible for this discount, you must have actually paid on a pledge for the MFS Patreon in the past. A.K.A, your lifetime pledge so far must be more than zero.
7. Paying on Time
7.1 - I do not give credit on Commission Work - i.e. payment plans and allowing you to continue commissioning me while the unpaid work is being paid off.
7.2 - All sales will only be made when the payment is sent and the work is complete.
7.3 - While I do not give credit, I can certainly give consideration of your situation, and as such, it is highly advisable to let me know in advance if there are any problems with payments.
7.4 - If the completed work is unpaid after 4 weeks without advance notice or reason, you will be temporarily barred from requesting another commission work until the last one is paid.
8. Your Information and Privacy
8.1 - The information that will be kept by MostlyFunStuff Arts includes your username, email address and the commission information.
8.2 - We ensure that this information will not be shared with any third-parties without your consent.
8.3 - You can commission me anonymously, (i.e, being noted on The List as ANONYMOUS) as well as completely privately.
8.4 - Private and Anonymous commissions have the same prices and process as other commissions.
8.5 - Private Commissions can be shared by yourself after the work is completed, as long as I am credited for doing the work.