Terms
Terms of commission
How commissioning a portrait works, in plain English, so there are no surprises for you or for Sindy.
Last updated: 19 October 2026
The short version
- Payment is split into a 50% deposit and the remaining 50% on completion.
- Two rounds of revisions are included at the sketch/outline stage. Once painting is underway, no further revisions can be made.
- Every portrait is a custom, hand-painted commission, so refunds are not available once painting has started. If there is a genuine likeness issue, Sindy will offer a replacement or rework.
- Shipping is UK only.
Enquiries and quotes
Sending an enquiry through the commission form is not a commitment to buy. Sindy will get in touch to talk through your portrait, and you will approve a sketch before any painting begins.
Prices start from £95 for A5, £175 for A4, £320 for A3 and £480 for Large. All prices are “from” prices. Sindy will confirm the final price with you before any work begins. If you need your portrait by a particular date, tell Sindy when you enquire: +30% for expedited turnaround — discuss with Sindy.
Payment
Payment is split into a 50% deposit and the remaining 50% on completion. The final payment is due before your portrait is shipped.
Sindy will confirm the amounts and when each payment is due when she sends your quote.
Sketch and revisions
Before painting begins, Sindy shares a sketch or outline for your approval. Two rounds of revisions are included at the sketch/outline stage.
Once painting is underway, no further revisions can be made. Please take your time with the sketch and raise any changes at that stage.
Refunds and likeness
Every portrait is a custom, hand-painted commission, so refunds are not available once painting has started.
If there is a genuine likeness issue, Sindy will offer a replacement or rework. Please get in touch as soon as you receive your portrait.
None of this affects your legal rights. For example, if your portrait arrives damaged or is not as described, your statutory rights still apply.
Turnaround
Allow around 4–6 weeks for a typical portrait. Timing depends on the size of your portrait and Sindy’s current schedule, and she will confirm it for yours when you enquire.
These are estimates, not guarantees. If you need your portrait for a particular date, mention it in your enquiry and Sindy will tell you whether it is possible. +30% for expedited turnaround — discuss with Sindy.
Shipping
Shipping is UK only. Your portrait is shipped to your UK address once it is complete and the final payment has been made.
Your photos
Please only send photos you took or have permission to use. Sindy uses them to paint your portrait, and how your photos and details are handled is covered in our Privacy Policy.