❀ s a k u r a s k y e s 🌨

Artist


terms of service

By requesting my artwork, you agree that you have read and accepted all the terms described herein.


General Usage


  • My artwork is not "free to use" and may only be used by the owner for non-monetized purposes (icon, header, Imvu display icons, badges, profile pictures, signatures, layouts, wallpapers, themes, and personal site display or posts on non-monetized social media.

  • Do not profit from the commissioned piece (uploading to POD services, making prints, etc.) Personal use only!

  • You may use the character design as your OC (Original Character) with proper credit: “Character Design by Sakuraskyes.”

  • The rights to the characters represented in the Artwork belong to their respective owners.

  • You may not reupload the virtual product unless you are the rightful owner of the piece.

Watermarks


  • To ensure the authenticity and ownership of my artwork, I include two types of identification on each piece.

  • Required Text: Each piece includes a prominent, decorative nickname or username to identify the owner and ensure authenticity

  • Optional Watermark: A small, translucent text with the owner's username is added to the top and bottom of the artwork to verify ownership and prevent unauthorized use.

Payment Policies


  • You are only purchasing a digital file, not printed art.

  • Payment is through Paypal

  • I will initiate the transaction by sending you Invoice

  • Full Payment must be made within 24 hours. However, I may agree to hold your piece for up to 72 hours upon request.

  • Failure to pay will result in the piece becoming available for sale again.

  • Holds must be requested in the initial claim/bid post.

  • Refunds are available only if the incorrect payment amount has been sent.

  • Dual Ownership: This option allows two individuals to co-own a piece, with shared rights and responsibilities. Both owners must split the payment however they wish but two forms of payment are required. Please contact me for more information.

  • Any chargebacks or disputes will result in immediate cancellation, the piece becoming available, and a single warning. Upon a second chargeback, the buyer will be blacklisted.

Copyright and Commercial use


  • Commercial use is x3 the price (producing merchandise: use of art to sell physical or digital goods (prints, stickers, keychains, shirts, etc). or x2 the price (Digital Assets: streaming/content creation use of art on monetized sites (Twitch or Youtube for example).

  • I retain the rights to the original artwork I produce, and the right to post the commissioned artwork on my social media and/or use it for self-promotion. If the artwork is posted, the original design request and the intent of the commissioner will be respected.

  • The Client may display the Artwork on any platform under the condition that they must credit the Artist.

  • The Client can use the commissioned work for personal use, but cannot use it to make a profit by producing merchandise or other commercial purposes without the Artist's permission.

Work In Progress and Revisions


  • WIP's may not be preclaimed.

  • Two WIPs will be sent during the initial painting stage and the detailing stage.

  • Major requests can be made during the initial painting phase, moderate changes at the rendering phase, and minor alterations at the finishing phase.

  • A fee will be added if you want something changed on the finalized drawing, unless a misunderstanding from my side has been made

  • Estimated Time of Arrival (ETA): The completion time for your commission will range from 4-14 weeks, depending on the piece's complexity, size, and my current workload. I will notify you if unforeseen circumstances arise extending the ETA.

Payment Plans


  • Payment plans are available for pieces $150 USD or more.

  • Installment Options:

  • Weekly: $50 usd/week

  • Bi-Weekly: $100 usd/every 2 weeks

  • Monthly: $200 usd/month.

  • All invoices will be sent and scheduled upon agreement of the payment plan.

  • A non-refundable down payment of at least $50 USD must be sent within 25 hours. Failure to do so will forfeit the piece to the next highest bidder.

  • Failure to complete the payment plan within the agreed timeframe will result in two consequences:

  • A full refund, excluding the non-refundable down payment.

  • The piece will become available for purchase again.

Commission Policies


  • I am not responsible if the commissioner fails to read the terms of service that I provide.

  • To secure your commission, please submit your form as soon as possible and make the payment within 24 hours of receiving the first WIP.

  • I will not edit a piece after the final piece is agreed upon and sent.

  • If you need the commission finished by a tight deadline, you can choose to pay an additional fee of 30% to rush your commission. It will be moved on top of my current queue and delivered within 1-2 weeks depending on the type of commission.

  • Commissions will be completed in order of the form submitted.

  • Commissions will be delivered within 3 months of me starting the commission.

  • I reserve the right to decline a commission if I feel uncomfortable painting the desired content.

  • I will not paint anything that is not in one of my styles.

  • The Client is responsible for providing as much detail as they can about the commissioned illustration to avoid miscommunication.

  • If enough information is not provided, the non-discussed elements are subject to interpretation.

  • Myself and the Client are responsible for replying to any messages that relate to the Artwork within a reasonably timely manner.

  • The artwork will not progress and will be delayed or suspended until a reply is received.

  • Whenever I reopen commission slots I will tag the @Commissions role 24 hrs before I reopen them.

Claiming and Auction Rules


  • Premade claims are based on a random selection, determined by spinning a wheel unless three people claim within one hour of the post. In such cases, the piece will be converted to an auction.

  • The auto-buy will be revealed 8 hours into the auction.

  • Auctions end 48 hours after the first bid is placed.

  • If a bid is placed within the final 10 minutes, the auction will be extended for another 30 minutes.

Restrictions


  • Do not use my artwork for 3D models, VRChat, or NFTs or AI art.

  • I require credit to be clearly written in an easy to see place.

  • Tracing, copying, editing, and removing text/watermarks of my artwork is strictly prohibited.

  • I retain the rights to revoke ownership of all my artwork (premades, commissions, and adoptables) at my discretion.

  • You must wait 30 days after your purchase from me to resell any of my artwork.

Bidding Conduct


  • ALWAYS reply to the bidder above you in the thread. Private/DM bids will not be accepted.

  • Only participate in auctions or claim pieces if you intend to complete the purchase. Non-serious bids or claims may result in a cooldown or ban.

  • 1st Instance: 7-day cooldown.

  • 2nd Instance: 30-day cooldown period.

  • 3rd Instance: a permanent ban from claiming or bidding on pieces.

I am OPEN to painting the following:


  • Suggestive or NSFW scenes

  • Moderate gore/blood

  • From real-life reference

  • Certain fan-art (ask me)

  • OCs including fantasy (elves, neko)

  • All genders ♥

  • All body types ♥

  • Group portraits

  • Soft/Consensual Violence (bite, scratch)

  • Anthropomorphic/Humanoid OC's

  • LGBTQIA+ of course ♥

  • All ages in an age-appropriate scene

  • All kinds/species of animal companions

  • Fantasy pets (dragons, unicorns, imps)

  • Epic battles or dynamic action scenes

  • Sci-fi, scary, cute, fantasy, goth, etc.

  • Nature, city/urban, indoor backgrounds

  • Most types of genres or aesthetics

I will NEVER EVER paint the following:


  • Offensive content or hate speech

  • Extremely repulsive content

  • Illegal content.

  • Aged-up minors in any form

  • Overly odd or unsettling requests

  • Hate symbols or hate group imagery

  • Real-life politics (fantasy/story is okay)

  • Illicit substances

  • Over-the-top and obscene violence

  • Racist, sexist, LGBTQIA+ phobic content

  • Disrespecting other's spiritual beliefs

  • Real-life incidents, tragedies, disasters

  • Illness depicted in an insensitive way

  • Disorders that could affect any viewers

  • Realistic, abstract, caricature, vector

  • Replication of another artist's styles

  • Super detailed mecha/robotic scenes

  • Scenes without a character or creature

Premade Form


  • If your claim is accepted, make sure to complete the form in its entirety and DM me the form below:

  • Premade number (#000):

  • Customization Requests (will incur a fee):

  • Required Text (+$3 USD per extra text):

  • Watermark (Optional):

  • Hold Request (yes/no, up to 72hrs):

  • PayPal email for invoicing:

  • Total (thank you for your support<3):

  • Gifting this piece? Please provide the recipient's username:

  1. by purchasing this artwork, i acknowledge and agree to the artist's terms and conditions.~

Retext Form


  • New Text:

  • New Watermark (optional):

  • Proof of payment (screenshot):

  • Picture of the Artwork:

  • Art Piece Number (#000 if possible):

Retexts, Trading, and Resell Rules


  • You are not allowed to edit or resell the commission without my consent. Please ask me first!

  • Resell only for the same price or lower.

  • Text changes cost $10 USD after the initial purchase. Payment can be sent here: paypal.me/sakuraskyes. Attach a screenshot as proof of payment and include a picture of the artwork for easy identification.

  • My art can’t be sold or traded to people on my blacklist

Trade Listing Form


  • Picture of the artwork:

  • What you'd like to trade it for:.

Reselling Form


  • New Text:

  • New Watermark (optional):

  • Proof of payment (screenshot):

  • Picture of the Artwork:


If you have any questions about payment, requests, or any specifics, please don't hesitate to contact me! You can also ask them through my Discord server in the questions channel. ♥


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