FAQ

HOW DO I BUY AN ORIGINAL?

As I create art work series they will be released as collections on my website throughout the year. I will advertise ahead of time on social media and through my mailing list.

CAN I COMMISSION A PAINTING?

I enjoy creating art commissions for families however at this time I am unable to devote the time to this. As I create new artworks everyone on my email list will receive first notice of these series for purchase before the general public.

PRINT QUALITY & DETAILS

Art print reproductions are created professionally by my local printer who creates museum qualtiy Giclee reproductions.

The art prints may be framed under glass using mat surround, or may be framed without glass as they are surface varnished for you by the printer.

All reproductions are printed as your order is received Monday through Friday, and take 7-10 days to be completed. Following this they are picked up and packaged for shipping to your with great care for you by the printer.

FRAMING

Choosing a frame is a very personal decision; color, aesthetic, groupings, wall and decor color themes, all enter in when choosing a frame. Ready-made frames are available in many colors and styles; if you desire an oversized frame or special dismension custom framing is available at many art supply stores and galleries. Be sure to look carefully into any decision for custom framing as to how your art canvas investment will be stored and handled so it does not get damaged during the framing process.

If you would like your can stretched onto a wood backing for hanging, many local custom framers are equipped to perform this for you. As always seek out references and do your research before handing your artwork over to the framer.

Floater frames may be used after a canvas is stretched onto a wood backing if you desire definition between the canvas and the wall color surrounding the artwork.

HOW IS MY ARTWORK GOING TO BE SHIPPED? (LOCAL PICK UP AVAILABLE-SEE BELOW)

Originals

Drawings are placed between paper with padding added, and sent in a sturdy cardboard box or rolled and shipped in a sturdy cardboard tube, depending on size and how best to get the artwork to you safely.

Canvases are wrapped between paper with padding added, and sent in a sturdy cardboard box or rolled and shipped in a sturdy cardboard tube, depending on size and how best to get the artwork to you safely.

You have the option to have canvas shipped unstretched, rolled in a sturdy cardboard tube for lower shipping costs.

For shipping on stretched canvases, including insurance, packaging, and postage handling, prices are as follows:

All sizes, loose canvas, packaging with tube: $20

8 x 10 stretched canvas, packaging with box: $20

22” x 30” stretched canvas, packaging with box: $300

30” x 40” stretched canvas, packaging with box: $400

Most artwork will ship via USPS or UPS, and most packages arrive within 2-4 days, although shipping times may vary due to circumstances out of our control, (domestic) from time of shipping (includes tracking & insurance).

International shipments will be sent via USPS or other carrier. International buyers, please note that shipping charges may vary from the amount you pay at checkout. Please email me with questions or to get an estimate.

Prints

Prints 8x10 and smaller are mailed in a sturdy flat mailer while prints 22x30 and larger are mailed in a thick tube.

Shipped via USPS 1st Class Mail or Priority Mail (while shipping times may vary due to circumstances out of our control, usually arrives within 1-3 days within the US).

International Shipments

Shipping costs are calculated at checkout based on package weight and distance. If there is any discrepancy we will let you know via email.

International packages are a bit outside of my control. Border fees, duties, and handling fees may be charged by other countries. Tracking is also quite unreliable with international shipments. If the shipping cost estimated at checkout is not equal to the actual cost of shipping, the customer will be billed for the overage amount.

Shipping costs cover fees, packaging supplies, time, labor, and storage.

INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING NOTE

If the International shipping cost estimated at checkout is not equal to the billed amount of shipping, the customer will be billed for the overage amount.

CAN I PICK UP MY ARTWORK FROM YOUR STUDIO?

Most definitely! You are welcome to come pick up your artwork in person from my studio in Sherwood, Oregon.

For in person pick up, select PICKUP instead of SHIPPING at checkout. You may contact us through email at shop@annbrucker.com to set up a pick up time within 14 days of artwork being completed and ready for pick up.

RETURNS

I am honored to share my artworks with you, and will do my very best to ensure high quality work, handling, communication and updates as best I can. I want you to have the best experience possible from the time you step into my website to the final installation when your new investment reaches its final destination on your wall. Please read through our return policy for additional information on how we handle returns before you purchase your piece, especially if you have any concerns.

WORKSHOPS & CLASSES - LOCAL

I continue to host in-person ongoing classical art lessons in drawing, painting and sculpting, as well as quarterly art walks in my local studio Mosaic Arts Loft in Sherwood, Oregon. Be sure to get onto my mailing list to hear updates about launches and lesson openings both locally.

ART MEMBERSHIPS AND COURSES - ONLINE

I host online art memberships in art mentoring as well as online courses with art lessons in classical drawing, painting and sculpting, in my online site Ann Brucker Studio. Be sure to get onto my mailing list to hear updates about online launches and opportunities.

GALLERIES

I welcome gallery owners who would like to exhibit my artworks in your gallery. Please contact me by email to discuss your plans at shop@annbrucker.com

PRESS

My passion for sharing my artworks and arts education with others is huge! If you would like to use my images in your publication or blog, please contact me through email at shop@annbrucker.com I do ask that you credit me and all photographers of images used. I always love to share my story and passion with others.

WHO ACTUALLY OWNS THE PAINTING?

I will retain all rights to all of my artwork I’ve created, including rights to images of sold and commissioned original artworks.

I also retain the right to make reproductions of any and all artwork that I create unless a full or partial rights to the artwork has been purchased along with the artwork in full by the Collector (rights in addition to original purchase).

The Collector or buyer may not reproduce the artwork in any way without written permission.

If the artwork ends up being reproduced in a magazine or other media I just ask that you give me the credit.

Upon full purchase of an original painting the collector has the right to display the original artwork I your home or business but the artwork may not be resold or reproduced without my written permission to do so.

If you are interested in purchasing partial or full rights to your painting, please email me at shop@annbrucker.com and I would be more than willing to discuss with you!