In general I will accept a job after first working out some of the details with the potential client, and then giving an initial quote. Upon reciept of written agreement of payment, ownership of work, and schedule: (small businesses and new clients are required to pay half up front before work commences)
1) You will receive a quick pencil sketch for general idea and layout. Unless you are supplying the specifics of the layout and general concept.
2 ) An inked rendering is done to size, making any changes if necessary. Color Descriptions will also be included.(Changes will be billable if they are outside the initial range of the approved concept.)
3 ) Receive a digital color rough, making another round of minor changes where needed. (Changes will be billable if they are outside the range of the approved pencil stage.)
4 ) Final artwork will be finished, making another round of minor changes where needed. (Changes will be billable if they are outside the range of the approved color rough stage.)
5) Work will be shipped once second half of payment is received, unless other arrangements are made in writing on the estimate or contract.