1. Give a finish date! If you are not sure tell the client that you aren't sure! You don't need to give an exact date, but a ballpark idea is usually appreciated.
2. When you describe your tack or painting skills it is okay to say you make LSQ tack or customs, if they have placed in an open live show performance class. That said, you do not make LSP tack or customs. LSP (or live show proven) means that the horse or tack has already been shown and has placed at an open show level.
3. Progress photos, lots of them! As a client they are entitled to see how their commission is progressing.
4. Don't worry, they wouldn't have asked you for a commission if they didn't like your work. As long as you work as hard as you did on your other pieces, this one will be just as good.
5. Be respectful of the client. Use emoticons sparingly if you must and write in complete sentences, it makes a world of a difference! I assume you to be mature and professional when you double check your spelling and caps!
6. Once you accept a commission you are obligated to complete it, because by opening your books you are telling everyone, "I have time to work on x number of horses." Yes, as your client I know you have other things to do... but I am paying you to do something you told me you had time for.
Most importantly, have fun doing the commission! Don't forget that you enjoy it, if you are stressed over something take a break from accepting commissions. This hobby is for fun! ;)
-Becky
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