Art FAQs

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  • Golden Artist Colors’ paints and mediums:

    • The colours are vibrant and consistent.

    • Mixing produces clean colours.

    • They perform tests on their paints extensively!!

    • They offer many varieties of acrylics and mediums that allow me to play, and I know the results will be professional and the colours will stay true for centuries.

    And other fun stuff!

    In 2025 I began the year with experimentation in a “Mad Scientist” way. I became enthralled with adding a variety of materials to my art, adding depth and soooo much glorious texture!

    • Sand

    • Salt

    • Silicone Oil

    • Mica Powders

    • Plaster

    Substrates I use:

    • 100% natural, high-quality cotton canvas.

    • I also occasionally use wood panels that are archival quality and guaranteed not to discolour or otherwise affect the colours and nature of the materials I use.

    • Double-primed with acid-free and archival acrylic gesso.

    • Back is stapled, and the corners are nicely folded for a clean and professional look.

    Sealed and Protected:

    • Golden Artist Colors incorporate Ultra Violet Light Stabilizers and Filters (UVLS) to protect acrylic paintings from fading and damage by UV radiation, enhancing longevity, although pigments themselves also have inherent lightfastness ratings.

    • I also use varnish that adds more protection to the art from sun damage and dirt.

  • Original Art:

    • Shipping for original art needs to be arranged separately from the purchase of the artwork. There are too many variables to consider to give a quote instantly.

    • Local delivery and pickup are available; if the destination is within Southern Ontario, I may be able to drop off the artwork(s) myself. Let me know if this is the case.

    • All art will be packaged carefully to protect it during the shipping/delivery process. I want it to arrive safely just as much as you do.

    Home & Life Printed Products:

    • Shipping is calculated during the checkout process as you would expect. It clearly spells out the cost once you submit your address and before you pay.

  • Display & Environment

    • Keep artwork indoors in a stable environment.

    • Avoid direct sunlight or harsh artificial light, even though the piece is varnished with UVB protection.

    • Maintain moderate humidity and temperature (avoid damp basements, bathrooms, or areas near heaters).

    Frame & Materials

    • The frame is stained and sealed wood, finished with Danish Oil. To keep it looking its best, dust lightly with a soft cloth. Avoid furniture polish or cleaning sprays.

    • The artwork is varnished with a water-based, UV-protective finish. Clean gently with a soft, dry microfiber cloth—filtered water, if possible is best for wiping off debris or removing dirt. Never use cleaners or solvents.

    Hanging & Handling

    • Your artwork is wired at the back for safe, balanced hanging.

    • A wall hanger and hook are supplied—simply use a hammer to install the hanger and hang the piece securely.

    • Always handle by the frame edges with clean, dry hands.

    General Care

    • Avoid leaning objects against the artwork.

    • If storing, wrap in acid-free paper or a clean cotton sheet, and keep in a dry, climate-stable space.

  • YES! If you're not fully satisfied with what you get, request a refund within 30 days of the purchase date, and you'll get it. No questions asked.

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    • My purpose here is to create art that will make a positive difference in others’ lives, with comfort, understanding, and humour. By offering a variety of products with my art on it, more customers can bring the good vibes into their lives creatively and affordably.

    • Every artwork I make starts as an original piece, created by hand. The law states that, even when it has been sold, I hold all image rights to the artwork I create, which includes the use of the digital copies.

    • BIG BENEFIT for owners of my original art: Art becomes more valuable the more it’s seen. Famous works, the Mona Lisa for example, grew in worth through visibility. The same goes here—when people discover and connect with my designs on products, the original’s recognition, demand, and therefore value increase as well.

    • BIG BENEFIT for artists wanting training via Pro Art Presentation: Art purchases aid in keeping the lessons affordable. Your purchase also helps them.

  • A portion of every sale funds the creation of accessible online training, support, and free tools for fine artists looking to present their work professionally.

    Why am I doing this? Since starting my art career in 2016, I have noticed a lot of missing, wrong, or oversimplified information on how to digitize art. As a result, there are a lot of amazing artists who are not able to capture high-quality digital copies of their art in case of damage to the original or to take advantage of printed products they can sell or apply to art business opportunities such as art festivals, grants, or galleries.

    By offering my art to help pay for my journey of creating effective training that is correct and accessible for artists.

    Let’s make a difference!

  • Yes. Originals are one-of-a-kind, signed, and supplied with a Certificate of Authenticity, artist profile, artist statement, and care instructions (super easy).

    Prints and products are reproductions that spread awareness and value—replacements for the true, textured beauty of the original that will last decades, perhaps even centuries, according to Golden Acrylics, the company I rely on because they do an incredible amount of testing on the longevity of their paints, mediums, and varnishes.

  • Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada.

  • I am based in Canada; therefore, the default currency is CAD (Canadian).

    A currency converter is to switch to USD. I do not offer a guarantee that the conversion is accurate to the now defunct penny, rather it is an approximation. Please note that your order will be processed in Canadian dollars (CAD).

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    When subscribed, you will be notified of new artworks, products, events, and projects I’m working on, and pretty much any other adventure I get up to with my art.

    This is my life. And I love it.