Mural contract — ValeFusion

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MURAL COMMISSION CONTRACT
Overview

01.
General Terms

This Agreement applies exclusively to mural and public art projects.
Prices are subject to change based on size, complexity, location, materials, and demand.
The Artist reserves the right to accept or reject any mural commission for any reason.
As of January 28, 2026, the artist's initial current rate for a mural is $30 per square foot.

02.
Payment

100% after final sketch approval, or
50% after final sketch approval and 50% after the mural is completed, or
25% upfront, 50% after final sketch approval, and 25% after the mural is completed

Do not send payment until the Artist has confirmed availability and requested payment.
The mural will not begin until the required deposit has been received.

03.
Scope of Work & Timeline

The Artist will design and paint a custom mural at the agreed location.
Completion time depends on mural size, surface condition, complexity, weather, and access.
Estimated timelines will be provided, but are not guaranteed.
The Client must provide:

04. Process & On-Site Requirements

- The Artist must be physically on site to complete the mural.
- The Artist will be responsible for all artists’ supplies and materials, equipment, accommodations, travel, and personal accident insurance during the execution of the mural.
- The Client is responsible for ensuring:
- Delays caused by weather, access issues, or unsafe conditions may result in rescheduling.

05.
Revisions

The Client receives three (3) rounds of revisions during the design/sketch phase. Additional revisions will incur extra fees based on the Artist’s hourly rate. Changes requested after sketch approval or during painting may result in additional charges.

06.
Copyright & Usage Rights

Artist Rights:
The Artist retains full copyright ownership of the mural design and artwork.
The Artist reserves the right to photograph, record, and display the mural for portfolios, websites, social media, publications, and promotional materials.
The Artist shall have no right to a claim of loss or damage if the wall upon which the mural is located is torn down.
The Artist will have the first right to work on the mural's repairs.
The Artist may cancel and refund the project at any time for any reason

Client Rights:
The Client may publicly display the mural at its installed location.
The Client may share photos or videos of the mural online.
The Client may not:
Reproduce, sell, license, or profit from the mural or its image
Use the mural for commercial purposes without a written license
Alter, repaint, or modify the mural without the Artist’s written consent
All public use must credit:
“Art by Valeria Fuentes.”
Failure to credit the Artist will result in an additional fee of $______ or 50% of the original invoice (whichever is greater).
Commercial usage rights may be purchased separately by contacting the Artist

07.
Cancellation & Refund Policy

If the Artist is unable to begin the mural, the Client will receive a full refund.
If the Client cancels before work begins, a full refund will be issued.
If cancellation occurs after a deposit is paid and the Artist has begun making concept sketches, the Artist retains 20% of the initial deposit.
Once mural work has begun, no refunds will be issued.
If a refund is requested outside of the allowed conditions, the Client forfeits all rights to the mural design.
Do not file chargebacks. Refunds will be handled directly by the Artist with documented communication.

08.
What the Client Receives