If your purchase includes a personalized/specialty item or commission, further terms as stated below apply.

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1. Project Information

Artwork will be created to reflect the subject supplied by the client, which will be discussed prior to studio time. All artwork will be done to client specifications and use client-provided references. The artwork may supplement other references where necessary. Any custom graphics/references obtained from image houses will be paid for by the client. 

2. Reference Material Liability

As outlined above, the client will be responsible for the reference material used by the artist. The client accepts all responsibility and possible liability for use of these materials. Upon start, the client agrees that all appropriate ownership/permissions to use the images/material has been obtained by the client, prior to the beginning of the project.

3. Price/Payment Terms

The project price is based upon a negotiated amount for the entire project, consisting of the (a) Artist Fee, (b) Finishing cost (determined by size and medium), and (c) Shipping costs (quoted by address/preferences of client).
The price quote does not include the combined Provincial (PST 6%) and Government (GST 5%) sales tax required to be charged to the client and claimed by the artist. This tax will not be applied to non-Canadian residents. Additionally if you choose PayPal as your form of payment, there is an added service charge on the total payment. 

4. Final Payment Terms

        An itemized invoice will be provided to the client after project completion, before the final work(s) are given to client. A deposit of 50% may be required to commence work. Final payment is required when the work is complete. E-transfer, PayPal, and cash are accepted. Written checks will need to clear before the final files/project(s) are sent.

5. Revisions

        The project price quoted does not include revisions. If revisions are necessary and agreed upon, the artist will quote an additional cost. A commission is subject to the artist’s interpretation. The artist’s style should be seriously considered and accepted before a commission request is made. 

6. Ownership of Artwork

        Lauren Daae/Little Doe Design retains ownership of all artwork or parts contained therein, whether preliminary or final. Upon full payment, the client shall obtain ownership of their single artwork to display as they see fit. Lauren Daae retains the right to use the completed project and any preliminary designs for the purpose of competitions, future publications, educational purposes, marketing materials, sales and portfolio. Where the artists deems applicable, the client will be given any necessary credit for usage of the project elements.  In no circumstance is the client authorized to reproduce (in part or in full) the project without the express written consent of the artist. The image created will be an original, unique piece. No reproductions are allowed as Artist holds copyright, even if the references are provided from personal photos. 

7. Production Schedule/Delivery of Project

        The client will assume any shipping or insurance costs related to the project. Any alteration or deviation from the above specifications involving extra costs will be executed only upon approval with the client. The artist shall not incur any liability or penalty for delays in the completion of the project due to actions or negligence of client, unusual transportation delays, unforeseen illness, or external forces beyond the control of the artist. If such event(s) occur, it shall entitle the artist to extend the completion/delivery date, by the time equivalent to the period of such delay.

8. Third-Party Shipping

        In the event any material necessary for the production of the project must be shipped to a third party for additional processing, the artist will incur no liability for losses incurred in transit, or due to the delay of the shipper of the third party.

9. Claims Period

        Claims for defects, damages and/or shortages must be made by the client in writing within a period of ten (10) days after delivery of all or any part of the order. Failure to make such claim within the stated period shall constitute irrevocable acceptance and an admission that they fully comply with terms, conditions and specifications.

10. Proofing of Final Project

        The artist shall make every effort to ensure the final artwork is satisfactory to the client. It is agreed that if the client wishes to see the artwork before shipping, they will indicate as such before the project is completed. After the final product has been committed to print or posted in view of the public, the artist will not be held liable for any liability due to copyrights or other legal responsibilities.

11. Cancellation

        In the event of cancellation of the project, ownership of all copyrights and the original artwork shall be retained by Little Doe Design (Lauren Daae), and a fee for work completed, based on the contract price and expenses already incurred, shall be paid by the client.

12. Confidentiality

        All correspondence and documents provided will be treated as confidential between the client and the artist, unless consent has been granted by both parties involved.