I have a cover art illustration that I need colored and I am looking for someone who has very advanced graphic design skills. I would like the finished product to look something like this picture. Please keep in mind before responding that I do not feel comfortable giving up front deposits because I’ve already had someone run off with my money once for this project. I’d be more than happy to work out some other type of payment system. If interested, please contact .
Generally speaking, this is just how it’s done (part up front, part on completion - or milestones for larger work). Someone doing the work for you is taking more risk by supplying the work and potentially not getting paid, than you are by supplying part of the fee up front.