Portraits & Caricatures Communication & Stakeholder Relations 4

Question 1

When emailing a progress update on a portrait commission, which element is most important to include?

Accepted Answer

A progress image with specific questions requiring client feedback

Answer

Progress images with targeted questions keep clients engaged and produce actionable feedback.

Question 2

A client requests photorealistic results but your style is expressionistic. What is the most ethical step?

Accepted Answer

Disclose your style upfront, share portfolio examples, and confirm the client still wants to proceed

Answer

Transparent style disclosure before booking prevents disputes and ensures clients make an informed decision.

Question 3

Which communication tool is generally most effective for managing ongoing revisions during a long portrait project?

Accepted Answer

A shared document or project management thread with annotated images

Answer

A shared, annotated record creates a clear trail of requested changes and approvals, reducing disputes.

Question 4

A corporate client approves a group portrait but one executive later objects to how they were depicted. Who is typically responsible at this stage?

Accepted Answer

The client organization, since an authorized party already approved the work

Answer

Once an authorized representative approves work, the commissioning organization bears responsibility for internal alignment.

Question 5

What should an artist do if a client stops responding mid-project after a deposit has been paid?

Accepted Answer

Send a formal follow-up with a response deadline per the contract's abandonment clause

Answer

An abandonment clause gives the artist grounds to close the project legally if the client goes silent past a stated deadline.

Portraits & Caricatures Practice Test