Each artist has their own policies and procedures. However, in most cases, the artist travels to your location and may stay anywhere from one to several days. Some prefer to stay in a hotel, but other times a client's guest room or house is used. Most of the artists travel nationally and even internationally for a client. Travel and accomodation fees are normally extra, but a few artists include them in their portrait fee.
Most people have a price range in mind before starting their search for an artist.
Most of our artists show at least a starting price, others have a full price schedule and a few have either chosen to omit them. When agreeing to a commission, it's a good idea to have a contract with the price, a description of the portrait and the terms in writing. There are no hard and fast rules, however, avoid garish colors and loud prints. Neutral tones such as black, brown, white, cream, navy, burgundy and beige will not be tiring to the eye. Also, choosing clothes with a classic style will insure that your portrait will not later look dated.