Drawing pricing

Drawings are as follows. This includes Australian delivery.

$220 for A4

$260 for A3

$350 for A2

Photos and source material

So I don’t have any photos, or my photos are not the best quality - can you still draw my house?

Absolutely - all I need is the address and I can draw from google street view! Upon request, often use artistic licence to remove, add in or change the size of vegetation and other items. While most of my drawings are front-on, I sometimes draw perspectives depending on the house. Regardless of what image is provided, I can usually make this work using my imagination… and I love a challenge!

Drawing process

Do you trace over photos?

Nope - I draw freehand straight onto paper, with some help from a ruler to measure proportions and make sure your house is in the middle of the page. I use pencil first to draw the basic outlines and then draw over with pen and add details.

How long does each house take to draw?

Usually anywhere from 2-4 hours…. sometimes twice as long if I make a mistake and have to re-draw (there’s no white-out!).

What paper is my house drawn on?

I draw on 300gsm paper with either a dappled or canvas texture. My favourite pens are Artline 200 fine 0.4.

Packaging & delivery

Do you post overseas?

Postage Australia-wide is included in the drawing price. Postage to New Zealand is $10 extra. I prefer not to post to countries other than Australia and NZ, however if this is required, just shoot me an email to laura@2littlehousesillustration.com and I will do a quote through Australia Post. Often people order drawings and have them sent to relatives in Australia, and then they post them on overseas.

How is my drawing packaged and delivered?

Drawings are wrapped in brown paper before being placed in their packaging. A4 drawings come in a rigid cardboard envelope, and A3 drawings come either in a cardboard postal tube or rigid envelope. To remove your drawing from a tube, slide it out, open outwards, and then roll gently in the opposite direction before placing it under something heavy. If the weather forecast is looking rainy, I will add plastic packaging (which is usually reused to reduce waste). I’ve delivered hundreds of drawings through Australia Post safely this way.

Does my drawing come framed?

No, however I’ve found the best and most reasonably priced off-the-shelf framed are “Promenade” frames from Officeworks. For A4 drawings, try 8x10” size, and for A3 drawings, try 11x14” size. You can order one online at the same time you order your drawing - too easy!

Other

How many houses have you drawn?

Great question! Over the last 3 years I have drawn over 200 paid house commissions, and plenty more just for fun!

Can I make copies of my drawing?

Go for gold! Make as many copies as you like for personal use. It would be great if you could credit my work where possible (say you want to put it on your family Christmas card). I may also share images of your commission on social media.

When do you take payment? Am I expected to pay in advance?

Once your order is complete and I’ve dispatched it, I will send you an email with payment details (bank transfer). Payment is due upon receipt of your drawing. The trust method has never let me down because I have such great customers!

Do you do hand-drawn logos?

Yes, I have done a number of hand-drawn logos, mostly for house renovation pages on Instagram. These are POA, but usually range between $250-$300 depending on complexity. Please email me to discuss.