BabbyRat's
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Please be sure to read my TOS before messaging me about any potential future commissions.All prices are listed in CAD

Don't see what you're looking for? Just ask!

sketch

Colouring includes basic rendering (ie - last sketch example) this may change depending on atmospheric lighting and how I'm feeling that day!Prices for backgrounds range from 25$-100$ depending on complexityAll prices are listed in CAD

rendered

All prices are listed in CAD

Complex background range from 25$-50$ depending on complexity. Simple backgrounds (solid colour/gradient) are free.Unsure on pricing? Please feel free to ask! I'm more than happy to break down how I price everything!

Hand studies

All prices are listed in CAD

$90
+$50 per handAccessories are priced separately (min $10).Scars/Freckles/Moles/Blemishes do not count as accessories unless they are large/detailed

icons

All prices are listed in CAD

15$ - Per Icon

chibis

All prices are listed in CAD

30$ - Per chibi
Accessories priced separately ($5 min)

PLEASE NOTE
You do not need to provide ALL of this information, please don't overwhelm yourself. If I need more references, I will ask! I'm more than happy to collaborate on finding exactly what I need for what you're looking for. :-)

A "Guide" to working with artists with aphantasia
(specifically me)

A healthy dose of both written and visual information is needed, but the percentage of which heavily depends on the type of commission and how familiar I am with the characters.- Is it an illustration of a scene between two character? Descriptive information on the scene, the emotions, general vibe, dialogue are more important to the composition - but visual references on each character (and their characteristics), the space, the palette, and any objects would be needed.- Is it a reference sheet commission? Descriptive information is no longer as important, and the main focus is on the visuals. Descriptive information would be limited to a brief description of personality, placement of certain markings, and/or the written information on the reference. Visuals would be EVERYTHING - every single aspect of that character would need a reference.Google Docs, Google Drives, PDFs, Character pages (Toyhou.se or Refsheet.net) is an easy way to compile both written and visual information in one place!

What is some good visual information to compile for your characters?

Physical

Face Claims are extremely helpful - and it’s okay to have more than one!
It’s good to specify which parts of what reference are important to your character

Items

Here is an example of how I organize my Pinterest boards for my own Ocs:

Appearance: Every single visual reference I would need for their physical appearance. Faceclaims, hair styles/texture/colours, facial hair, body types, hand shapes, nose shapes, lip shapes, eye shapesAesthetic: Helpful for illustrations. Palettes and aesthetics that I attribute to these characters. Art styles, symbols, colours, settings, etc...Outfits: Outfits and accessories. Full outfits or single items, textures, colours, patterns.

Please Keep In Mind

I cannot work with only drawn references in simple stylesFROM MY TOS:6.2 Character References❖ At least one reference provided for premade characters must either be drawn and/or be photographs of real people.❖ If the only references provided are from video games (be they cannon characters or PCs) or a Piccrew there will be a 5% increase on the total price of the commission.

Examples of references I struggle to work with:

Examples of good references to send me:

What is some good written information to compile for your characters?

Written information can vary from commission to commission; unless the illustration is based off a story, I don’t need a novel to be written about the piece.Being dyslexic also makes it a struggle for me to parse through written information - I tend to have to break it down outside of the initial commission submission to fully understand.I also tend to ask a ton more questions when I’m provided more written information than visual - revisions take time and energy.It’s important to have visual to accompany your written info:

Terms of service

1. Payment

❖ All payment must be in CAD❖ Invoices* will be sent to your email of choice and must be paid within three days of your commission request, as I will not start your commission until payment full payment is received**.❖ Payment is due in full up front for any commission equal to or below $125 CAD.❖ Any chargebacks filed against my account will be fought and you will be blocked from all future commissions/character sales/adoptable sales.

* unless commission request is sent through Ko-Fi
** unless discussed otherwise

2. Artist

By commissioning me, you’re purchasing my artist labor only. I retain all copyrights over my work, which include but are not limited to the right to distribute (not for monetary gain) or use the image as a sample for sales/self-promotion, unless otherwise agreed upon.❖ A minimum of 60 days is to be given to complete each commissioned piece.❖ I will respect your request to not publicly post your commission. No explanation necessary*.❖ I retain rights to the IP. I won't reuse/resell the image for personal and commercial projects. Unless agreed upon.❖ I reserve the right to reject your commission proposal without question.❖ I reserve the right to modify and resell any rejected sketches, or designs as "pre-posed" at a later date.

* Please inform me in your initial communication if you don't want your commission posted on social media. I will post it unless otherwise specified

3. Commissioner

As the commissioner, you may upload the work done for you to your site as long as it is credited and linked back to any of my galleries. Once a piece is commissioned, you may use it for any personal use that you please, including but not limited to icons, signatures, layouts, wallpapers, themes and personal site display.❖ You may not claim the work to be your own, edit or set it up for redistribution. You may not use it for any external projects, commercial or non-commercial unless agreed upon.❖ You may not use this art for reproduction such as prints, t-shirts, mugs, charms, etc. Unless otherwise agreed upon, please speak to me for information on royalty fees.❖ If you are looking for something to redistribute, reproduce, use for your project(s), as an ad, for a video, to resell at conventions etc. Speak to me for information on royalty fees.❖ You do not have permission to redistribute, reproduce, or use your commission in any blockchain-related technology, to include NFTS, cryptocurrency, AI (artificial intelligence/machine learning), or future inventions in the space.If you are not sure whether your request counts as personal, feel free to ask me about its intended use.

4. Procedure

❖ If you submitted a form via Jotform/Google forms: You understand that by submitting a form it does not guarantee you a commission, nor does it guarantee you any communication on my part if it has not been chosen, nor an explanation as to why. [ refer to 2. ARTIST point 4 ]❖ If you requested a commission via Ko-Fi: You understand that although your commission has been automatically accepted, due to the nature of the fixed price, characters with complex designs or multiple accessories may be simplified depending on the price point.❖ After payment is received: I sketch, color and paint depending on your commission type.❖ I do accept certain "description only" commissions. I still require some form of visual reference to work off of.❖ Please be clear and concise in your description of any changes. You can use other works and photos you like as references for the changes.❖ I offer an unlimited amount of changes in the sketch phase, as well as any minor changes thereafter (ie. colour changes, small changes to line work, sizing, moving information). Any larger changes after the sketch phase will cost a minimum of 5$ depending on the change (ie. changes to poses, large line work changes, etc). If you are unsure if the change you are requesting is small or large, please ask.

5. Refunds

❖ Once our negotiation is done and I start your commission, I cannot refund you the full amount. This is negotiable depending on the state of your commission.❖ I do not do refunds unless I, the artist, initiate the refund due to a breach of these terms or 90 days have passed without completion of your order.-- In either situation, I will initiate the refund. Filing a chargeback against my account will result in you being blacklisted.❖ I do not do refunds on pre-made designs.-- If you file a chargeback against my account after purchasing a design, you will be blacklisted from all future sales/commissions and you will forfeit all rights to the design.

6. Other

6.1 Character References❖ At least one reference provided for premade characters must either be drawn and/or be photographs of real people.❖ If the only references provided are from video games (be they cannon characters or PCs) or a Piccrew there will be a 5% increase on the total price of the commission.

6.2 I do not draw
❖ Harry Potter (Canon IP or Ocs)
❖ Mechs/Robots
❖ Depictions of bigotry (racism, sexism, transphobia, xenophobia... etc)If you're not sure if I'd accept your idea, please elaborate on your request privately.

About Me!

Hi I'm Babbyrat!I'm a disabled, queer, Canadian artist living on the Pacific coast. I've been drawing since I was very young, and posting online for just as long (my old Deviantart from 2010 is still up to prove it). Art has always been a huge part of my life, so has character creation and story telling. I currently live with one of my best friend, our two cats Croutons and Mimi, and a weird bird we call Fart.Along with digital illustration I also crochet, sew, and sculpt art dolls! I have an ever growing collection of crochet blankets and will continue to make more despite having too many already. All of my hobbies hurt my wrists.I never know what to put in an About Me! I don't know how to talk about myself or the things that I enjoy. My favourite colour is green. My favourite animals are rats, triceratops, peregrine falcons, vultures, and weevils. I will eat anything that has strawberry in it so long as it's not a jelly donut.

If you were on Foopets.com in 2009, were a part of the thunderclan RP, and remember someone named Chard you should DM me :-) I'm so serious.
Especially if your name is Meka!!