Let's Talk Custom
Have an idea? Tell me about it. I'm a pretty good listener.
My skill set is actually pretty wide. I've worked with quite a few mediums that range from fine oil painting techniques to sewing to those cool crafts you see on pintrest that are supposed to be "easy". If you have an idea please reach out. If i don't think i can accomplish it, i'll be the first to let you know and refer you to an artist that might be able to work with you. Artists know artists and we are happy to help.
If you are going to work with me, here are a few things to know up front:
1. Deposit. Custom work will always require a deposit. The deposit will range in price depending on the work. The deposit covers a portion of the supplies to complete the piece. The deposit is non-refundable and it is credited towards the total purchase price. This must be received prior to any work being completed.
2. Payment. Full payment will be due at the time of completion. Purchase price and payment methods will be discussed up front before any work is completed.
3. Deadlines. If there is a specific date you need an item to be completed by please let me know up front (a gift for instance). I will always be honest in letting you know whether or not it is doable. It is common for me to be already working on a piece when you reach out. I process these first come first served.
Common Creation Completion Time Frames (does not include shipping time)
Glitter Paintings - 5 days to create and fully dry
Wood Signs – 5 days to create and fully dry
Oil Paintings- 10 day minimum as oil takes longer to dry
Acrylic Paintings- 7 day minimum to create and fully dry
4. Promotion. Upon completion I will put pictures of the custom piece up on my website and/ or social media as “sold”. This is simply for advertising purposes. If another customer sees the piece and wants a duplicate, minor changes will be made so that yours is still unique. I want custom to be custom and for yours to still feel one of a kind. Basically, pre-made items that I have made can be duplicated exactly, your custom piece will not.
Once you receive the piece, send me a pic when it is up and hanging! I want to see its new home. I won’t post it unless you want me to :)
But… what if your idea is bigger than a canvas? Click Walls and Murals below.
Why Me?
Besides being one of the best friends in the world, Rachel is an AMAZING artist. I've admired her work for a long time, and I'm the proud owner of several pieces now. She's made me some of the most special gifts that go above and beyond in thoughtfulness and talent. She does amazing custom work and really adds her special touch to all of her pieces. If you have an example, show her and I bet she can make it happen. Have an idea but not sure where to take it? Rachel is your girl to get your thoughts to canvas. Her work is truly one of a kind. Thank you for brightening my life with your artwork and friendship!
I discovered Rachel in the beginnings of her career as an artist, and I could not be more proud to own several of her pieces. Her attention to detail, and the raw emotion she brings to her pieces encapsulates true realism and fantasy in the same stroke of her paintbrush. Through her versatile works I have seen her passions expand and grow without losing their beautiful quality. While the pieces I own are simple and were personalized gifts, the works I have seen her accomplish have been an envy of mine. I dream for the space to hold one of each of all of her works. She continues to impress. I highly recommend Rachel Collard to any homemaker, art appreciator, passionate realist or dreamer. Each of her works of art holds a piece of her heart and would bless any home it enters.
