Commission Calculator — Quote Builder for Artists

Start with your base artwork price for the size, then adjust for complexity. A detailed portrait with background is worth more than a simple headshot. Add revision fees, rush charges and licensing as appropriate.

Most artists request 50% upfront as a non-refundable deposit. This covers your initial time and materials. The balance is due on completion before delivery. Some artists use 30/30/40 splits for larger commissions.

One revision round is standard. Include this in your base price. Additional revisions should be charged per round — typically £15-30 per revision depending on complexity. Be clear about this in your terms.

Yes — a 50% rush surcharge is a common starting point. Rush work disrupts your schedule and may require working evenings or weekends, so 25-50% is typical for deadlines around half your normal turnaround, and double or triple isn't unreasonable for extreme rush. This calculator applies the surcharge to the complexity-adjusted price (base × complexity), not the raw base, so a more involved piece carries a proportionally larger rush fee. Adjust the rate in Advanced Options.

Personal use is included in the price. Commercial use (business marketing, products, resale) is usually charged as a percentage on top — 50% is a common starting point, and limited commercial rights often run 100-200% of the creation fee. Exclusive rights or full copyright transfer command the most: commonly +100% to +300% (some artists quote 3× the price to part with copyright). This calculator applies the licensing percentage to the complexity-adjusted price and defaults to +50% commercial / +100% exclusive — raise these in Advanced Options for higher-value rights. Always specify usage rights in your contract.