Cerulean Rooster - Commission Terms & Conditions
These Terms & Conditions apply to all commissioned artwork and illustration projects with Cerulean Rooster. By submitting a commission inquiry and proceeding with a project, you agree to the following:
1. Commission Process
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All commissions begin with a consultation to discuss scope, timeline, pricing, and usage. Work begins once details are approved and the required payment is received.
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Cerulean Rooster reserves the right to decline a commission if it is outside our scope or values.
2. Payment
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A non-refundable deposit of 50 percent is required before work begins.
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The remaining balance is due upon final approval and before delivery of final files or artwork.
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Payments are due within the timeframe specified on the invoice.
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Late payments may delay delivery.
3. Revisions
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Each commission includes up to two reasonable revision rounds at the sketch or draft stage.
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Revisions requested after final approval or beyond the included rounds may incur additional fees.
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Major changes to the original concept may be considered a new project and re-quoted.
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Clear communication early helps keep things smooth and efficient.
4. Timeline
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Estimated timelines will be discussed and agreed upon before work begins. Timelines may vary depending on scope, revisions, and responsiveness.
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Cerulean Rooster is not responsible for delays caused by late feedback, changes in scope, or circumstances beyond our control.
5. Usage Rights and Copyright
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Cerulean Rooster retains full copyright to all commissioned artwork unless otherwise agreed to in writing.
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Upon full payment, clients receive a license to use the artwork for the agreed-upon purpose such as personal or promotional use.
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Artwork may not be resold, sublicensed, or modified without written permission.
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If expanded or exclusive rights are needed, they can be discussed and quoted separately.
6. Artist Promotion
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Cerulean Rooster reserves the right to display commissioned work in portfolios, on the website, and on social media unless otherwise agreed in writing.
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Client confidentiality will always be respected when requested.
7. Cancellations and Refunds
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Deposits are non-refundable once work has begun.
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If a project is canceled after work starts, the client is responsible for payment proportional to work completed.
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No refunds are issued for completed work.
8. Final Delivery
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Final artwork will be delivered in the format or formats agreed upon during the commission process.
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Physical artwork, if applicable, will be packaged with care. Shipping costs are the responsibility of the client unless otherwise stated.
9. Communication and Collaboration
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Commissions are collaborative by nature. We commit to clear, respectful communication and ask the same from our clients to ensure the best possible outcome.
10. Agreement
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By proceeding with a commission, the client confirms they have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms and Conditions.
