Terms and FAQ | AlphaSabre

Will you draw x?

Ask me! No subject is taboo to ask about, so don't be shy. However, please understand that I may turn you down if I don't think the commission is for me. This may be because I don't think my art style or skill will be able to do the drawing justice, or simply because the concept doesn't speak to me. I know from experience that the end result always suffers when I draw something I'm not passionate about.

I usually do not draw character reference sheets. I personally find them kind of boring and tedious and I don't really see why they're necessary in the first place.

What should i provide?

In order to make my job as efficient as possible, I request that you provide me with reference art for your character. If your character has a complex pattern, i need a clear depiction of it in your reference art, and if you have highly detailed tattoos, shirt designs, or other prints that I need to transfer onto the character, I need a clear high resolution copy of the design.

I also ask that you come prepared with some idea of what you want me to draw for you. This can be a specific scene or just a rough concept, but I need some kind of idea to get my creativity going.

Are there any surcharges?

If you don't have any reference art, or any idea of what you want the drawing to depict, It means A more involved process for me, and As such, please understand that I'll have to add a 25% surcharge to the price.

WhEN AND HOW do i pay?

Once We've come to an agreement, I will create a paypal invoice for you. I charge the full amount up front before I begin the work.

HOW DO YOU SET YOUR PRICES?

The Prices are based on the minimum wage* in Sweden, and the average amount of time it takes me to complete the commission. I offer all of my prices in a range because every drawing is different and will take a different amount of time to complete.

Are your prices set in stone?

No, the prices on the commission page are an estimate for what most commissions will end up costing. I try to stay in that range, but if you want a commission that is particularly challenging or Very simple, you may end up outside the range. We will of course discuss this ahead of time so there are no surprises.

What does your process look like?

I prefer actively working with my clients in an iterative fashion, making sure that my work is progressing according to their desires while also streamlining the process for me:

I will make an initial sketch to block out the basic pose and camera angle and then send it to you for possible changes or go ahead.

Once you're happy with the initial sketch, I'll make a detailed sketch, refining the character art and the background.

When you're satisfied with the detailed sketch, I will ink the drawing, and after that, I'll move on to coloring and shading.

At each step, I'll give you the opportunity to provide input and make changes. However, please understand that as we go from rougher sketches to finer detail, I can no longer go back and change things from an earlier step. For example, changing the camera angle after inking is not possible because it'll require starting the drawing over from scratch.

How Long Will It Take?

This is my side gig and I do it in my free time, which means I can only draw so much every day. Most commissions will be completed within one to two weeks.

What do i get in the end?

- full resolution 300dpi copy in your chosen format (JPG Default) fit for printing. this will usually be 3000 pixels along the longest side.

- Half resolution copy (1500 pixels), better for casual viewing and web stuff.

- Profile Pictures: If your art features a clear view of the face, I'll include headshots in 500x500, 150x150 and 100x100 pixels, both with and without transparent background.

Will you publish my commission anywhere?

Yes, I post all of my art on Fur Affinity, E621, and Twitter. I usually also tag you if you have an account on the platform. If for some reason you want to keep the commission or your name away from the public eye (or a specific platform) though, talk to me and we'll find a solution that works for us both!

what Can i do with the commission?

Feel free to post the commission anywhere you like, or have it printed! Don't remove my signature though, and I'd appreciate if you drop my name when posting it online.

Can I use your art to make an nft or to train an AI model?

No. Under no circumstances are you allowed to use my art in the creation or sale of Non-fungible tokens (NFTs), or in the training of an AI image generator..

*Sweden does not actually have a minimum wage, but the unions set a minimum acceptable salary every year. I've taken the average of three or four unions' levels for 2021