aSample Commission Contract:
Collector name:
Description of artwork to be commissioned:
Construction: The artwork will be created using abaca, (commercially used for marine cordage and nautical rope), cotton, linen, canvas, pigment and pearlescent pigment. The pigments used are pure pigments that are guaranteed not to fade, discolor or otherwise break down in any way during the life of the artwork as long as it remains installed in its original location, and is used only for its intended, decorative purpose. Any artwork which does not meet this guarantee will be repaired or replaced free of charge for up to two years after its installation.
Size:
Details: Cost includes gallery mounting on gator board. Cost does not include a custom frame, shipping or installation. Meg Black can recommend a professional installer to safely install the final artwork.
Time Frame: Due xx, 20xx.
Cost: This cost covers all mentioned above. A 25% deposit (xx.00) is due with this signed contract. The final 50% payment (xx.00) is due at the in-progress meeting and the final 25% is due at the time of delivery.
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Legal considerations: This document constitutes the entire agreement between the artist and the patron. In signing this document, the patron accepts the following conditions:
- The work will will measure approximately _______ when finished.
- It will be in the style of the artist and created in (YEAR)_____________, As there are variations in the creative process, the patron should expect a unique work.
- The artwork will be based on photographic images of the following subject matter: _____________ and taken by the artist. The primary source of photographic images for the commissioned work will be chosen by the artist with input from the collector.
- The photographic images of the subject will be used exclusively for the purpose of creating this work.
- The artist reserves the right to use reproductions of the artwork to promote Meg Black Studios. This includes the right to display reproductions of the work on the artist’s website and social media sites. Should the collector wish to create reproductions of the work, the artist asks that they refrain from selling any reproductions for monetary gain.
- The artist shall have the right to borrow the work for exhibition purposes by mutual agreement with the collector. The artwork will be photographed before leaving the collector’s location to ensure it is returned in the same condition.
- if the collector does not accept the final artwork, they may apply the 50% down payment to another already existing work and Meg Black will keep the artwork created for them with the intention of selling it to another interested party.
- During the in-progress meeting, the collector may request a revision of the initial composition. A “revision” is understood to mean a slight change in palette or composition. A “major change” such as in subject matter, palette, or overall size of the work will involve a renegotiation of the agreed upon fee and possibly a newly written contract.
- If this is a public commission involving a committee, please identify the contact person ________________. Meg Black will communicate exclusively with this designated person.
- This contract binds the parties, their heirs and all their successors in interest, and all Purchaser’s obligations are attached to the Work and go with ownership of the Work, all for the life of the artist.
- In any proceeding to enforce any part of this contract, the prevailing party shall be entitled to reasonable attorney’s fees in addition to any available remedy.
- The Artist is obligated to create the work in a professional and craftsman-like manner.
13. If, within 30 days after the sale is final, the collector is not satisfied with the work, Meg Black will do what she can to address the issue, and if that’s not possible, the collector may return the work to the artist and the final payment of 50% will be refunded. All other payments will be held by the artist until the returned art is sold to a differnt party at which time the other payments will be returned minus the 25% downpayment.
Thank you for supporting my work.
________________________ Date___________
Meg Black, (Artist)
________________________ Date ___________
Pablo Picasso (Patron)
“ Meg’s ability to capture the beauty of this sunrise location overwhelmed me. The joyful and calm feelings it evokes can’t be overstated. Masterful.”
