Buying Original Art

Investment: Yours and Mine
Purchasing original art is an investment; you want its value to increase, and so do I.  As the value of your painting increases, so does the value of my next painting, and vice versa.  So rest assured, I take the matter seriously and do what I can to look after everyone’s best interests.

Reproduction Rights
The sale of FINE ART differs from the sale of ART FOR PUBLICATION.  When an original painting is sold, that is considered Fine Art, and the artist (me) retains all reproduction rights unless otherwise agreed to in writing.  But when Art for Publication is sold, as in the case of freelance illustration, the artist sells specific-use reproduction rights to the client/publisher.  Unless you specifically contract with me in writing to produce Art for Publication, you are buying an original painting, a Fine Art Object for which I retain the reproduction rights.  This is standard for all artists.

The Art Object
I use acrylic paints and related media to produce well integrated, lasting works of art.  I paint on solid panels and on prepared papers.  I protect each painting under an archival polymer varnish, which contains ultraviolet light stabilizers and is removable should repairs or restoration be necessary in the future.  In the interest of provenance, I affix my name, the title of the painting, date of completion and the painting’s unique item number to the rear surface of each work of art.

Additional Printed Graphic Elements
In some instances I combine my original painting with commercially printed graphic elements (lettering, etc.) resulting in a POSTER or other mass-produced printed reproduction.  In those instances you’re purchasing only the original painting, without the additional graphic elements that appear in the commercially available print.  The painting is a unique art object in its own right, and the artist (me) retains all reproduction rights pertaining to both the original painting and the composite commercial poster version.

Framing
Everyone has his or her own ideas about framing.  I avoid complications by delivering your painting unframed, ready for you to hang in whatever style, by whatever means suit you.

Delivery
Ground Service delivery within The Continental United States is FREE via common carrier: typically USPS, FedEx or UPS.  If you require other arrangements, let me know.  Your parcel is insured, but only while in transit.  Remove your painting from it’s packaging immediately.  Time in transit may involve less-than-ideal conditions, so acclimate your painting to its new environment right away.

Healthy Choices
Acrylic paints hold up well, but please consider the following:

a) Avoid damp, overly humid conditions.  I seal all surfaces of the substrate, but water is diabolically invasive and can bring down entire buildings.  So hang your painting in a normal, healthy living space.

b) Avoid direct sunlight.  Modern acrylic paints are light fast (resistant to fading) but some pigments are more light fast than others.  So try to avoid hanging your painting in direct sunlight.

c) To remove dust, use a soft lint-free cloth or a very soft brush such as a blush cosmetics brush.  I don’t suggest using a damp cloth, but occasional gentle use shouldn’t harm the surface.

Purchase Options
The easiest way to buy is to select the ‘PURCHASE THIS PAINTING’ button and simply complete the online transaction.  Within three days I’ll send your painting out for delivery.  But before you do that, please know that I enjoy conferring with my patrons.  I’m always glad to discuss details and answer your questions, so feel free to make initial contact via the email form below and we’ll go from there.

Purchases of original art are FINAL.
Yes, FINAL.  If you’re not 100% sure, think about it for another day or two.  If you miss this one, I’ll paint more.  =D