Just like tradies, doctors, lawyers and accountants, my time and expertise are how I make a living. Between running the workshops and raising two young kids, life stays pretty busy so I do charge for my time.

You’ll find my hourly rates below.

Regular Hourly:
Phone/email/zoom and face to face support. $160 / hour inc GST. Billed in 15minute increments.

Feedback and progress help on your guitar builds:
You’ve been making your own guitars but unsure how they stack up or how you are going with them. Or you are struggling to just get something right eg Neck angle, finish work, monopole mobility etc. Bring along your guitar/s to either Port Stephens or Hornsby workshops for a sit down and chat.
$250 includes an hour face to face, and a follow up email/report with areas to improve (if required).

Valuation of an Instrument:
Whether it be a vintage fender, a 200year old handmade guitar OR a guitar you have made. I can provide a professional inspection and valuation certificate of the instrument at either my Port Stephens OR Sydney workshops.
$250 for an instrument you have made.
$450 for a vintage instrument that may require research.

HSC Project Consultation:
$60 for a 30minute consultation at the Port Stephens OR Hornsby workshops.
Includes- Advice on project, progress update and next steps, best course of action for maximum HSC marks.

After hours: Rates are for within business hours.
All prices include GST.