COMMISSIONED ARTWORK AGREEMENT

Thank you for considering a commissioned artwork by Nigel Morgan. Each commissioned piece is created personally and thoughtfully, with the goal of producing an original work of art that is meaningful to you and reflects the vision we discuss together.

This agreement outlines the details of the commission and helps ensure that both the artist and client have a clear understanding of the project.

1. CLIENT INFORMATION

Client Name: __________________________________________

Address: ______________________________________________

Email: ________________________________________________

Phone: ________________________________________________

2. COMMISSION DETAILS

Description/Title of Artwork: _______________________________

Medium: _______________________________________________

Size: __________________________________________________

Framing: _______________________________________________

Reference Photograph(s) or Materials: _______________________

The artwork will be created according to the description and reference materials agreed upon by the artist and client. The artist will use professional artistic judgment in interpreting the subject matter, composition, color, and overall appearance of the finished work.

3. COMMISSION PRICE & PAYMENT

Total Commission Price: $________________

Deposit: $________________

Balance Due: $________________

A 50% deposit is required before work begins unless otherwise agreed upon in writing. The remaining balance is due upon completion and before the artwork is released or shipped to the client.

The deposit reserves the artist's time and materials for the project and is non-refundable once work has begun, except where otherwise agreed upon by both parties.

The artist will not be obligated to release the completed artwork until the balance has been paid in full.

4. COMPLETION TIME

The estimated completion date is:

Estimated Completion: _________________________________

Completion times may vary depending on the size and complexity of the artwork, the artist's current schedule, and the availability of necessary reference materials. The artist will make every reasonable effort to complete the work within the estimated timeframe.

If circumstances arise that substantially delay the commission, the client will be notified.

5. CHANGES & REVISIONS

The client may communicate reasonable preferences regarding the commissioned artwork before and during the creative process. Minor adjustments may be made when practical.

Because a commissioned artwork is an original artistic creation, the client understands that the finished piece may not be an exact reproduction of a photograph or reference image.

Significant changes requested after the artwork has been substantially completed may result in additional charges. Any additional costs will be discussed with and approved by the client before the additional work is performed.

6. FINAL APPROVAL

When the artwork is substantially completed, the artist may provide the client with a photograph of the finished piece for approval, when practical.

Once the artwork has been approved and the final payment has been received, substantial changes to the artwork will not normally be permitted.

7. SHIPPING & DELIVERY

Shipping or delivery costs are not included in the commission price unless specifically stated otherwise.

Shipping/Delivery Cost: $________________

The artwork will be packaged with reasonable care for delivery. Once the artwork has been shipped to the address provided by the client, the artist is not responsible for delays caused by the shipping carrier.

The client is responsible for providing an accurate delivery address.

8. CANCELLATION

If the client cancels the commission before work begins, the deposit may be refunded at the artist's discretion, less any materials or expenses already incurred.

If the client cancels after work has begun, the deposit will generally be retained to compensate the artist for time, materials, and work committed to the project. If substantial work has already been completed, the client may be responsible for additional costs corresponding to the work completed.

If the artist is unable to complete the commission for reasons within the artist's control, the artist will communicate with the client and, where appropriate, provide a refund for payments relating to work that has not been completed.

9. COPYRIGHT & OWNERSHIP

Upon full payment, the client becomes the owner of the physical original artwork, unless otherwise agreed in writing.

Copyright and reproduction rights remain with the artist, Nigel Morgan. Purchasing the original artwork does not transfer the artist's copyright to the client.

The artist retains the right to photograph, reproduce, display, and use images of the commissioned artwork for purposes including, but not limited to, the artist's website, portfolio, exhibitions, social media, advertising, publications, and promotional materials.

The client may display the original artwork for personal enjoyment but may not reproduce, sell reproductions of, or commercially distribute images of the artwork without the artist's written permission.

10. REFERENCE MATERIALS

The client represents that they have permission to provide any photographs, images, or other reference materials used for the commission, or that such materials are their own.

The artist will not knowingly reproduce copyrighted material belonging to another person without appropriate permission.

11. ARTISTIC INTERPRETATION

The client understands that a commissioned artwork is an original creative work and that artistic interpretation is an important part of the process.

Differences in color, texture, composition, lighting, brushwork, or other artistic elements between a reference photograph and the finished artwork are to be expected and are not considered defects.

12. AGREEMENT

By signing below, both the client and artist acknowledge that they have read, understood, and agreed to the terms of this Commissioned Artwork Agreement.

Client Name: __________________________________________

Client Signature: _______________________________________

Date: _________________________________________________

Artist: Nigel Morgan

Artist Signature: ________________________________________