PRICE GUIDE & PAYMENT
The prices you see below are guidelines only and represent the 'Industry Standard' human-sized 28-32mm Infantry Figure - subject to size/detail. Prices for larger models and vehicles are dependent on size and level of detail (as are all prices).
As a rough guide I seek to earn roughly around the recommended UK Living Wage of £12 an hour and I generally work a minimum of 4 to a maximum of 10 hours a day with a solid 6-8 hours being the norm. So if I estimate a model may take half an hour, then that model will cost roughly £6 to paint, an hour roughly £12 and so on. If a commission takes me less time than I estimated then the final invoice will be lower than agreed. If a commission takes longer than I estimated then the price will be higher but I always keep within original estimates, so I'll include a minimum and maximum estimate with things normally falling in between.
BASING
I use a variety of textured pastes to base the minis for my store (Vallejo White Pumice is my 'go to' choice and has the same effect as standard basing sand - without the mess). I also have a finer textured paste and I am always looking to expand my collection. I am happy to offer a standard texture and paint (a single base colour and up to 2 drybrush highlights) for free. Flocking or basing tufts will incur a very minor charge, included in any estimation I give as per your request.
I will happily use additional slate or cork if you wish and will also paint up any scenic bases as you may wish - again, all such additions will be given with the initial estimate.
WHAT ABOUT ASSEMBLY AND CONVERSIONS?
I am available/able to assemble your models - again assembly time and price depends on the miniatures themselves. I will always wash all new materials (I even have a fancy ultrasonic cleaner for metal minis!), prepare and assemble them to the best of my ability - removing mold lines, filling in gaps, pinning where necessary etc. Any such assembly I take into account in my initial estimates to you. Naturally it's cheaper if you assemble your minis before sending them to me but they may break in transit - if this is the case I will fix them to the best of my ability for free!
PAYMENT
I do all my transactions through Paypal or via direct Bank Transfer. I will send an Invoice equal to the prior agreed amount once work has been complete. Photos of the final work will be submitted to you via email before the final invoice is sent. I am happy to work without a deposit up front for most commissions, though for a large commission, or if masses of materials are needed (which I doubt), I may ask for a percentage up front to cover any costs relating specifically to the commission.
The Scary Bit I Don't Like to Write
I reserve the right to withhold any finished work I do until payment has been made in full. If payment has not been made within 8 weeks since the commission was complete, I reserve the right to auction the commission in order to recoup my fee. This said I am a reasonable fellow and if life gets in the way of your payment, or my ability to complete your order, we will work through it if the time comes - though hopefully it never will!
SPEED PAINTING!
Over the last few years speed painting has been made much easier thanks to Contrast type paints. As such, I now offer this service be it a normal application or two over a white or off-white undercoat or via the dreaded 'slapchop' method. This is my most budget service using a mix of Vallejo Xpress Colour and Citadel Contrast (I'm sure Army Painter Speedpaints will follow!).
MY PAINTING 'STANDARDS'
Obviously the terms 'Basic', 'Good' and 'High' are largely subjective. As such I have included a basic infantry figure of very similar sculpting (a basic push-fit 40k Cadian) painted to each standard below, from Basic to High going down the page.
The prices you see below are guidelines only and represent the 'Industry Standard' human-sized 28-32mm Infantry Figure - subject to size/detail. Prices for larger models and vehicles are dependent on size and level of detail (as are all prices).
As a rough guide I seek to earn roughly around the recommended UK Living Wage of £12 an hour and I generally work a minimum of 4 to a maximum of 10 hours a day with a solid 6-8 hours being the norm. So if I estimate a model may take half an hour, then that model will cost roughly £6 to paint, an hour roughly £12 and so on. If a commission takes me less time than I estimated then the final invoice will be lower than agreed. If a commission takes longer than I estimated then the price will be higher but I always keep within original estimates, so I'll include a minimum and maximum estimate with things normally falling in between.
BASING
I use a variety of textured pastes to base the minis for my store (Vallejo White Pumice is my 'go to' choice and has the same effect as standard basing sand - without the mess). I also have a finer textured paste and I am always looking to expand my collection. I am happy to offer a standard texture and paint (a single base colour and up to 2 drybrush highlights) for free. Flocking or basing tufts will incur a very minor charge, included in any estimation I give as per your request.
I will happily use additional slate or cork if you wish and will also paint up any scenic bases as you may wish - again, all such additions will be given with the initial estimate.
WHAT ABOUT ASSEMBLY AND CONVERSIONS?
I am available/able to assemble your models - again assembly time and price depends on the miniatures themselves. I will always wash all new materials (I even have a fancy ultrasonic cleaner for metal minis!), prepare and assemble them to the best of my ability - removing mold lines, filling in gaps, pinning where necessary etc. Any such assembly I take into account in my initial estimates to you. Naturally it's cheaper if you assemble your minis before sending them to me but they may break in transit - if this is the case I will fix them to the best of my ability for free!
PAYMENT
I do all my transactions through Paypal or via direct Bank Transfer. I will send an Invoice equal to the prior agreed amount once work has been complete. Photos of the final work will be submitted to you via email before the final invoice is sent. I am happy to work without a deposit up front for most commissions, though for a large commission, or if masses of materials are needed (which I doubt), I may ask for a percentage up front to cover any costs relating specifically to the commission.
The Scary Bit I Don't Like to Write
I reserve the right to withhold any finished work I do until payment has been made in full. If payment has not been made within 8 weeks since the commission was complete, I reserve the right to auction the commission in order to recoup my fee. This said I am a reasonable fellow and if life gets in the way of your payment, or my ability to complete your order, we will work through it if the time comes - though hopefully it never will!
SPEED PAINTING!
Over the last few years speed painting has been made much easier thanks to Contrast type paints. As such, I now offer this service be it a normal application or two over a white or off-white undercoat or via the dreaded 'slapchop' method. This is my most budget service using a mix of Vallejo Xpress Colour and Citadel Contrast (I'm sure Army Painter Speedpaints will follow!).
MY PAINTING 'STANDARDS'
Obviously the terms 'Basic', 'Good' and 'High' are largely subjective. As such I have included a basic infantry figure of very similar sculpting (a basic push-fit 40k Cadian) painted to each standard below, from Basic to High going down the page.
BASIC |
GOOD |
HIGH |
4-18 |
18-30 |
30+ |
28-32mm Infantry |
28-32mm Infantry |
28-32mm Infantry |
AVERAGE TIME SPENT 20-90 Minutes |
TIME SPENT 90-180 Minutes |
TIME SPENT 180 Minutes + |
TECHNIQUES Base coat, single shade/highlight. |
TECHNIQUES Basic + Additional shade & highlight, basic weathering |
TECHNIQUES Good + Additional shading, highlights, down shading, blending, TMM |
FINISHING TOUCHES Standard Basing, Varnishing as requested - FREE! |
FINISHING TOUCHES Standard Basing, Varnishing as requested - FREE! |
FINISHING TOUCHES Standard Basing, Varnishing as requested - FREE! |