Painting is an act of attention.

Small works demand closeness.

They are precious and gentle.

Works are completed via plein air and alla prima (on site, in a single session).

Oil on wood panels, varying small sizes.

Frames are hand-painted.

Works are varnished (4-6 weeks cure time after completion), finished, assembled, and signed by the artist.

All originals come with a certificate of authenticity.

Works are packaged with care and shipped insured with a tracking number.

An Oil Painting: Prep to Pack

1) Size layer - protective barrier between wood panel and gesso layers. Helps prevent warping.

2-4) (3) Gesso/Primer layers - fully dried and sanded between layers.

5) Underpainting/Drawing - initial, thin layer of paint, designing composition.

6) Paint Layers - depending on the area and level of detail, number of layers can range from 2 to ten, or more.

7) Sides Painted - This is framing prep. Painting the side edges of the panel black to create seamless presentation of painting and framing.

8) Framing Prep - Frame is painted, prepared for assembly.

9) Painting is Framed - painting is fixed into frame. back of artwork signed. Hanging bracket attached.

10) Varnish (protective layer) - after 4-6 weeks of curing (“drying”) the painting can be varnished.

11) Certificate of Authenticity - Certificated is completed, signed, and attached to the back of the artwork.

12) Photographed - Painting is photographed for records, portfolio, inventory, sale.

13) Painting is packaged, boxed, and shipped.

Painting arrives ready to hang and is of archival quality throughout. Can be loved and appreciated forever!

Original art is a special investment that will bring beauty, depth, and intentionality to your home..

but best of all it becomes a treasured piece that can be passed down from generation to generation..

when properly cared for.

Don't worry, caring for your original oil painting isn't as high maintenance as it may sound.

Just follow these simple does and don't and you'll be able to enjoy your painting for many years to come!

DO

• Lightly clean your painting with a soft, dry cloth to avoid dust build up.

• Keep your painting in a place with constant temperature, and avoid excess humidity.

• Display your painting in a place where it can be admired daily (optional, but preferred)

  DON’T…

• Hang your art in harsh, direct sunlight as it may cause your painting to fade over time.

• Store or place your original art next to heavy or sharp object as this could lead to dents or cuts in the painting panel or frame.

• Clean your painting with solvents, or chemicals as it may damage the paint.

WHEN MOVING:

If you ever plan to move, follow these simple guidelines to ensure your painting doesn't get damaged in the process

Never place plastic, bubble wrap, or saran wrap directly onto your painting as this may stick to the paint.

1. Wrap your painting with acid free tissue paper, or packaging paper,

2. lay a piece of cardboard over the front and back of canvas,

3. Add bubble wrap.

4. Place snuggly into box. (If needed add extra cushion to box to prevent the artwork from moving around during transit.)