Commissions
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From the 5th of July we will be offering commissions in 4 different categories:
Wedding / Anniversary Platters (3 tiers)
Birth Plates (2 tiers)
Altar Platters
Lover’s Eye Ornaments
Please note that we do not accept other types of commissions.
How it works?
1. We will upload each piece in their bisque fired state (after first firing, ready to paint)
2. You may choose the exact piece we will be painting for you, select the tier of your choice (if available), and proceed with the checkout.
3. Once we’ve received your order, we will contact you for photo references, and set up the consultations (depending on the tier)
4. After 4-8 weeks your piece will be ready to be sent out to you.
Important to note: due to the nature of handmade ceramics, minor warping, cracks, pin holes and inconsistencies in color may occur, but these '‘flaws’ will not take away from the usability or beauty of your piece. Should any major cracks happen that render the piece unusable, we will redo your commission.
Wedding / Anniversary PlatterS
We offer commissions of bespoke wedding / anniversary platters. Inspired by historic ceremonial trays, these platters aim to celebrate an important milestone in the couple’s relationship.
We offer three different tiers for this specific platter: The Standard Edition, The Signature Edition & The Collector’s Edition. These versions are based on the level of detail and number of elements you desire on your piece.
The Standard Edition
Your chosen platter will be decorated with the name of the couple, the date and location, that is celebrated, and a center image, that can be anything from a painterly version of the location, a shared favorite dish or drinks, flowers, your car, or shared hobby- check our recommendations below.
The Signature Edition
Your platter will be decorated in our signature art style, with many details, extra decorative elements, such as a simple painted rim, a more elaborate lettering selection and up to five additional elements of whatever you want to be included in your platter, apart from the name of the couple, the date and location. This commission comes with one 15-30 minute consultation in form of a video call, where we can discuss all of your ideas, and make a plan for the layout of the elements.
The Collectors Edition
With this version your platter will be painted and decorated in our signature art style, with the most details and rendering we can offer you. You will have the possibility to chose from our range of lettering selections, including the names being written in a flowy banner, and decide on a rim decoration, in addition to adding up to seven featured elements to the standard “names, date and location”. This version comes with two 15-30 minute consultations in form of video calls, one before the painting process starts, so we can create your vision together, the second before the second firing, so you will be able to review our work before it gets immortalized under glaze and therefore can’t be changed after.
Examples for featured elements: Favourite food, drink, movie, Name / name tags of pets, a quote, a shared hobby or interest, vehicle, wedding cake, wedding bands, wedding venue (building), flowers or wedding bouquet, zodiac signs, travel stamps or favourite place
Limitations: portrait of a specific person or animal
All decorations will be executed in one color: you may choose between black, red, green or blue. You may choose to have 22kt Gold or Platinum lustre as an add-on for an extra fee, or one accent color free of charge.
Birth Plates
We offer commissions of bespoke birth plates. Birth Plates are made for welcoming a new baby or celebrating a beloved pet. Inspired by centuries-old traditions, they can be used for celebratory meals, or displayed as cherished family heirlooms.
We offer two different tiers for this specific platter: The Signature Edition & The Collector’s Edition. These versions are based on the level of detail and number of elements you desire on your piece.
The Signature Edition
Your chosen platter will be decorated with the name of the person or pet, the date celebrated and place of birth, and a center image or decorated rim with 2-3 elements (see examples below). This commission comes with an optional 15-30 minute consultation in form of a video call, where we can discuss all of your ideas.
The Collector’s Edition
Your platter will be decorated in our signature art style, with many details, extra decorative elements, such as a simple painted rim, a more elaborate lettering selection and up to five additional elements of whatever you want to be included in your platter, apart from the name the date and place of birth. This commission comes with one 15-30 minute consultation in form of a video call, where we can discuss all of your ideas, and how we can create the platter of your dreams together!
Examples for featured elements: favourite food, toy, song, a quote, birth flowers, animal, Zodiac sign, birth season, piece of clothing, name of parents / godparents
Limitations: portrait of a specific person or animal
All decorations will be executed in one color: you may choose between black, red, green or blue. You may choose to have 22kt Gold or Platinum lustre as an add-on for an extra fee, or one accent color free of charge.
Altar platters
We offer commissions of bespoke offering or altar platters. An Altar Platter is a deeply personal and intimate tool in your practice as a mindful, spiritual and self reflective magical being. Therefore, we want you to feel safe and taken seriously in all your wishes, concerns and hopes for this piece. The idea is to create an energetically charged object that allows you to manifest, pray, meditate and hold rituals in a limited space, with the possibility to tuck it away if space doesn’t allow a permanent altar, or to avoid losing precious energy on explaining your way to others.
How we create this piece together is entirely up to you! We will of course offer recommendations and ideas following our own expertise and practice, but it is very okay if that doesn't align with yours! There is no one right way in this!
Your platter will be painted and decorated in our signature art style, with the most details and rendering we can offer you. You will have the possibility to choose from our range of lettering selections, including names or a short manifestation, and up to nine featured elements. This version comes with two 15-30 minute consultations in form of video calls, one before the painting process starts, so we can create your vision together, the second before the second firing, so you will be able to review our work before it gets immortalized under glaze and therefore can’t be changed after.
Ideas for featured elements: A quote or manifestation mantra, name or attributes of the deity you worship, depiction of the 5 elements, depiction of the divine feminine and masculine, a pentacle, a wand, a sword, a cup, flowers, herbs.
Limitations: portrait of a specific person or animal
All decorations will be executed in one color: you may choose between black, red, green or blue. You may choose to have 22kt Gold or Platinum lustre as an add-on for an extra fee, or one accent color free of charge.
Lover’s Eye Ornaments
We offer commissions of bespoke hand painted Lover’s Eye ornaments. Lover’s Eyes became popular in the 18th century. They were miniature painted eyes, used to express devotion between lovers. The notion was that the giver would gift a miniature painting of their eye in form of jewelry or a brooch, which would only be recognizable by their lover, therefore, it could be worn publicly while keeping the lover's identity a secret.
You may find the listings of available pieces with the frame already painted. It is possible to add a short sentence to the back of the piece.
If you have any questions regarding our commissions, feel free to contact us via email to info@thecrimsonorchard.com or through our contact form.