Why make a request?
Sometimes it isn't feasible nor affordable for the average collector and/or small business to commission a unique custom creation. However, anyone may request specific creations of a desired size and scope that they would like to see the artist create. This is more of a "wish-list" request where the actual design and development is at the artist's discretion. Should the request appeal to the artist and/or a sufficient number of fans, the design maybe realized and eventually made available for purchase as a plan, set, and completed sculpture.
There is never a charge to make a request. There is no obligation to purchase any product created by request. The price of any completed project will be a factor of the size, complexity, and level of detail.
The final price of requested work is much less than commissioned work since the artist covers the design/development costs.