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Fine art relief
prints are multiple originals.
Original relief
prints should not be confused with lesser valued
prints that one can readily purchase in
department stores. Those types of prints are not
considered original prints, but should rather be
seen as mass produced [hundreds and hundreds of
thousands] non-original copies of
art.
The original
relief prints
[also referred to as: Block Prints,
Linoleum Prints, Linocuts]
that I create
are all carved, hand printed and hand
signed by me - the artist.
Usually for original
fine art there will only be a limited number of
prints in an edition. The maximum number in that
edition is usually kept small. The smaller the
number, generally speaking, the more valuable the
print becomes.
The
original prints that I offer will never be
printed beyond a set limit of 100 total prints
[which is
relatively small] for each title. I do
however aim to keep that limit much lower than
100.
The
mats that I use are made from acid-free pulp and
fade-resistant papers, these mats are designed to
provide long lasting quality.
Acid-free pulp is a relatively
new invention, meant for the purpose of
preservation of documents and artwork. Paper that
has not had its acidity neutralized contains
lignin. The presence of lignin causes paper to
yellow and deteriorate over time. When exposed to
light and/or heat, acidic paper will break down
even faster.
By
matting my artwork with acid free mats I am
helping to ensure the longevity of my collectors'
investments in art.
Stronger and thinner
than linen or paper tapes, this archival-grade,
self-adhesive tape contains no harmful
plasticizers. The moisture proof, non-porous film
backing remains stable throughout.
Framer's Tape is
easily removed with minimal heat [i.e. blow
dryer] from most surfaces, leaving the article in
its original state
Numbered
Each
of my original prints are signed at
least twice: once on
the bottom left of the mat [along with the title
and my signature], as well as again on the back
of the print itself.
The
numbering format will be as follows: print
number / out of a total number of
prints in that series. [please see: Series
Number below]
for
example. 1/5
would
represent the first handmade print out of a
total of 5 hand made prints in that
series.
The
original prints that I offer will never be
printed beyond a set limit of 100 total prints
per each titled print.
Series
Number
The
series number represents the set order in which a
specific title of prints were
printed.
For
example:
S1 [Series 1] would include prints
numbered 1-5, S2 [Series 2] would
then include prints numbered 6-10, S3
[Series 3]
included prints
11-15 and so on.
The
reasoning for using this method is as
follows.
I do
not believe in mass producing my prints all at
once. Hand printing for me is a very
connective and moving process. Therefore, I print
them in small batches at a time and thusly label
them by series and number on the
back.
such
as: 1/5 S1
||
Tip || The lower the series number and the lower
the print number the more valuable the print
typically is.
For
example:
2/10
S1 would be more valuable as opposed to a 1/10 S5
print.
1/10
S1 would be more valuable then a 2/10 S1.
and so on.
Artist
Stamp
In
addition to the print number, series number,
title, and signature on the back of my prints I
also include a hand printed signature
stamp.
Certificate of
Authenticity
Fourteen states* require a Certificate
of Authenticity, [COA], for the sale of
fine art, multiples, fine prints, etc.
A COA is intended to protect my clients
by providing pertinent information
regarding the print: title, size,
relevant dates, relevant id #'s,
signature, etc.
I always
make a COA for every print that I
create, regardless of whether a client's
state requires one or not, and I
included one with every order in good
faith. A copy of each certificate will
be kept with my copy of the related
invoice. In some states, reselling a
print may require having its COA, please
keep yours in a safe place.
This is basically what I provide:
sample COA
* Arkansas, California, Georgia, Hawaii,
Illinois, Iowa, Maryland, Michigan,
Minnesota, New York, North Carolina,
Oregon, South Carolina, Wisconsin.
Water-Soluble
Currently all of my relief
prints are printed with water-soluble inks,
which
are nontoxic nonflammable pigments that clean up
easily with soap and water.
Since
these inks are water-soluble please do not touch
the inked image or it will damage the integrity
of your original artwork.
Water-soluble inked images are
not recommended for display in areas of high
humidity.
Please leave your unframed
relief prints sealed in their clear protective
envelopes until you are ready to frame
them.
Monitors and Color of
Art
Insanely Strong Magnets
The
magnets that I use to create my penny-back marble
magnets are seriously - insanely
strong!
The
magnets that I use
[neodymium-iron-boron] have a pulling strength of
over 2,000 gauss.
Type
A holds: 12 sheets of paper
Type B holds: 7 sheets of paper
Magnets with such a high gauss
rating can break easily if you let them
snap/smash together. These magnets however will
not break when treated with care and stored
properly.
|| Warning! || Magnets can destroy magnetic
media and electronic devices such as: floppy
disks, hard drives, computers, credit cards,
monitors, VCR's, TV's, etc. Pregnant women and
people with pace makers should use great caution
when using or being near strong magnets. Please
use caution and please use these magnets
responsibly.
Shipping
Framed Art Includes:
USPS priority shipping,
insurance, signature confirmation,
shipping supplies [new box, strong
packing tape, protective cardboard
corners for frame, protective sheets for
glass/frame protection, bubble
wrap, anti-static foam peanuts, shipping
labels] picture hanging hardware,
purchase invoice, print numbering guide,
artist sheet, certificate of
authenticity, simple yet globally
conscious thank you gift.
I take great care
to ensure that your items arrive to you
as safely and as quickly as possible.
Matted Art Includes:
USPS
priority
shipping,
insurance, signature
confirmation, shipping supplies [new
box, strong packing tape, clear
protective envelope for print/mat, water
proof Tyvek envelope, protective
cardboard sheets for cushion, extra box
inside of box to minimize movement
during shipment, shipping labels]
purchase invoice, print numbering guide,
artist sheet, certificate of
authenticity, simple yet globally
conscious thank you gift.
I take great care
to ensure that your items arrive to you
as safely and as quickly as possible.
Marble Magnets Includes:
USPS
priority
shipping, shipping supplies [new
box, new envelope, strong packing tape, shipping labels]
purchase invoice,
artist sheet, simple yet globally
conscious thank you gift.
I take great care
to ensure that your items arrive to you
as safely and as quickly as possible.
Return Policy
If for any reason you are not pleased with
the fine art that you have purchased, you can
return it up to three days after
delivery. Returned items must be
packaged
in their original packing material, or
equivalent materials, for a refund of your
original purchase price not including
shipping. All materials excluding
the "thank you gift" and purchase
invoice must also be returned at the
same time.
Items that are damaged and/or altered in any
way, shape, or form [including smelling
like smoke] unfortunately cannot be
returned. Items won via charity /
auction events unfortunately cannot be
returned.
Please contact me for the proper shipping address
as well as for a return shipping
approval code.
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