COMMISSIONS · FAQ
Everything you need to know.
Have a question about commissioning a custom sculpture? We've answered the most common ones below. For anything not covered here, reach out to charles.luminarystudios@gmail.com — we'd love to talk about your idea.
How much does a custom sculpture commission cost?
Custom sculpture commissions are quoted individually based on character complexity, scale, fabrication hours, and finishing detail. Because each project is a handcrafted one-of-one original, we do not use rigid template pricing. Share your character references, target display height, and destination to receive a private proposal covering 3D modeling, high-resolution resin printing, hand painting, custom suspension crating, and insured worldwide delivery.
How long does a custom sculpture commission take?
A typical sculpture commission requires 8 to 12 weeks from slot reservation to courier dispatch. This timeframe accounts for digital sculpt revisions, precision resin printing, surface preparation, multi-layer airbrushing and hand painting, and curing protective clear coats. For the phase-by-phase breakdown, see the sculpture timeline guide.
How do commission payments and milestones work?
Commissions use a two-phase milestone schedule: a 50% deposit reserves your production slot and initiates fabrication, while the remaining 50% balance is invoiced only after you inspect and approve high-resolution photographs of the completed sculpture. International collectors pay securely via credit card, PayPal, Wise, or bank wire transfer in USD.
Will I receive work-in-progress photos and milestone updates?
Yes. You receive scheduled photo and video milestones at digital sculpt turnaround, raw print assembly, base color blocking, and final detail painting. Course corrections and likeness adjustments are made during these review phases to guarantee the finished piece matches your exact specifications.
How are sculptures packaged and shipped internationally?
Every sculpture ships internationally via DHL Express or FedEx Priority with end-to-end tracking and full transit insurance. Pieces are suspended in custom-molded high-density polyethylene foam inside a reinforced, impact-resistant outer crate to eliminate vibration and shock during air transit to collectors across North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia.
What materials, resins, and paints are used?
Sculptures are fabricated using high-definition 8K photopolymer resins calibrated for 0.03mm layer height to capture fine anatomical and textile details. Finishing utilizes acrylic lacquer base coats, hand-applied micro-pigments, weathering washes, and UV-resistant archival sealants that protect against fading, moisture, and surface abrasion over decades of collector display.
Do you offer repainting and finishing for existing figures?
Yes. Luminary Studios repaints commercial PVC figures, garage kits, and 3D resin prints for private collectors worldwide. We provide anime cel-shading, photorealistic skin tones, battle weathering, and non-metallic metal (NMM) effects. See the full figure repainting service for project details.
What information should I provide to begin a commission brief?
Start with just your name, email, and a short description of your idea — even one sentence is enough. After Charles replies, you can share reference photos, target size or scale, and your shipping country so he can prepare your private quote.
Are commissions guaranteed as one-of-one originals?
Every custom sculpture commission is treated as a unique 1-of-1 original made exclusively for you. Luminary Studios does not mass-produce or commercially recast custom private commissions, ensuring the long-term exclusivity and provenance of your collection.
Can I book a private painting workshop?
Yes. Bloominary workshops can be booked for private groups. Group size, venue, materials, lesson focus, and fee are confirmed before a date is booked. Explore the Bloominary workshop page or inquire directly to schedule a private session.
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