How I Safely Package My Paintings for Shipping

In this video I show you how I safely package a painting for shipping... additionally I struggle to film the intro and outro and experiment with new sound effects - enjoy!
If you’re interested in limited edition prints of Dartmoor Spirits, you can find them on my website here: www.brookecormier.com/collect...
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[@ronchurchill6492]

You know Brooke… if you ever get tired of this whole art biz thing, I believe you have a career in comedy. 😂 Seriously though, thanks for taking the time to record your process. Always looking to see how others do things. 😊

[@b.cormier]

Hahaha thanks a lot Ron! Good to know if all else fails ;)

[@timothykentlawson9822]

I agree with Ron 💯 👍👍👍

[@patriciozazzini8302]

No not at all she ain't funny

[@philljombs1151]

That's for sure .She's a comedian in the hiding 😊👍

[@jessicaangelesart]

I literally am binge watching your videos hahaha! So entertaining! I was smiling and laughing the whole time. You are also super talented and I am now a fan 🥰 thank you for sharing bits of your business with us! You are an inspiration!

[@brandon13k]

I have spent the entire weekend binging B. Cormier and Tim Packer videos. Time well spent.

[@robinserna7152]

OK aside from an awesome paintings I literally had tears running down my face you are so funny , what a great combo. Thank you for the Laugh Brooke, and love your painting and the info!

[@brickfairie]

Thanks for sharing. Im literally in tears from laughter!

[@architabharadwaj6393]

Loving your videos so much! It is informative and fun :)

[@kariellej]

You are such a joy to watch :) keep doin you!!

[@LostSoulSearching]

Thank you for teaching us how to do this!!! You're a life saver!!!

[@b.cormier]

Glad you found it helpful! ☺

[@kellymorrison6082]

The most entertaining painting packaging video I've seen. Thank you! :-D

[@SivanIlan]

💖 Love your videos Brooke! ☺️🙌🏼✨ also - sound effects on point!! 🤣

[@b.cormier]

Haha thank you Sivan! I appreciate it ;)

[@caitlyndickerson]

Thank you for this video!!! Love your humor

[@b.cormier]

Thanks for watching!! :)

[@pjmiller8632]

Great humour and packaging info. Thanks! 😂

[@DnjStudiOs1]

This was absolutely helpful and lovely❤😁I admire the sense of humor💯💯

[@GLRDesignsdotcom]

OMGosh....the cutting of the styrofoam😂😂😂😂 I nearly peed myself laughing so hard!! That is EXACTLY how I feel about that noise too. Just found you on here and subscribed. 👍 Your work is AMAZING...and your comedy routine...flawless!😄🤩 Much love from PA!❤

[@iridescent.fluorescence]

Super helpful - thank you!!

[@Tore1972Wisdom]

Great video. Thanks just what i needed to know.

[@trishbolechowsky3054]

The most entertaining video of a very important skill that I'm in immediate need of! Thanks for making the learning fun!! I loved your whole video - super impressed. Now I"'m off to pack a piece of artwork from one of the artists in my gallery for shipping! Fingers crossed!!

[@ShimmerLustArts]

Wow, your piece turned out stunning! 😮😍❤ Thank you for sharing this helpful video.

[@b.cormier]

Thank you for watching! 🤗

[@scotegertson2300]

The Dartmoor Spirits piece is so impressive. I love your work. Another fun (and informative) video from at the B.Cormier studio! They always seem to end with a smile on my face... thanks!

[@b.cormier]

Thanks a lot Scot! I appreciate it!

[@gokuafrica]

Great job

[@radziwilltablada8583]

I really enjoy watching this.

[@b.cormier]

I'm glad to hear it!!

[@LostSoulSearching]

I am in LOVE w/ this painting.

[@b.cormier]

Thank you so much! 🤗I'm selling prints of this painting, if you're interested you can see the details here: www.brookecormier.com/collections/limited-edition/products/dartmoor-spirits

[@sh0rtybynature37]

thank you so much! this helped a lot.

[@commercialcbc]

wow ! your painting is amazing ! You are so talented, i’m impressed !

[@heliamofakhami1457]

I don't know how can a person be so funny and talented at the same time😂 But it was really great (especially the last part of saying goodbye, I watched it more than 10 times and I really laughed😂😂) Brooke:)❤

[@b.cormier]

Haha thank you for watching Helia!!

[@mauricioescalanteart8185]

Another great Video with multiple layers, a talented artist with a charming personality, preparing one of the most spectacular paintings I have ever seen for shipment. Good advice and one of my favorite parts that is becoming part of your brand: your multiple goodbyes! thanks for sharing.

[@b.cormier]

Thanks a lot Mauricio! I really appreciate it! 🤗

[@canincognito]

really enjoyed watching this... You're a super talented artist, and . . . you're a goof 😂 and I love it. Keep being you.

[@Jenniferlee525]

I love your personality!! Your work is obviously amazing 🤩

[@b.cormier]

Thanks so much! I appreciate it!

[@stevewithers5317]

You make me smile 🤗 Thank you

[@b.cormier]

Thank you for watching! 🤗

[@fabiorossi6641]

Perfect video, you are so nice and funny, amazing painting and very well done packaging!! 😀👍👍👍

[@b.cormier]

Thank you very much! :)

[@robertoruiz1415]

Your art is amazing Brooke and your videos are so enjoyable! I just found your channel and I am already a big fan :) keep it up!

[@b.cormier]

Thanks so much Roberto! I appreciate it 🤗

[@gmadridano4442]

Love your art AND sense of humor 😅😂

[@javiruizv770]

Love your videos! And glad to know I’m not the only one collecting/ recycling packaging materials hahahaha 😂🙌🏼

[@b.cormier]

Thank you!! Haha I cannot throw anything away 😂

[@karenb.2012]

Beautiful Painting!!

[@Jahnyiku]

Lolol I love this woman, she rocks

[@brushstroke1991]

I thoroughly enjoyed this video! I have a closet for a bubble wrap and packing paraphernalia! You're hilarious

[@mindframegallery3128]

Just found this channel, you are so talented, and funny! Great to watch!

[@b.cormier]

Thanks a lot! I appreciate it :)

[@amyeuu]

just came across your channel.. your vids are sooo entertaining to watch i luvvv ur art keep up ur work !!!

[@b.cormier]

Thank you for the support!! Glad you like my videos :)

[@aatifcreativeworld7943]

Funny Angel Brooke Ha ha ha ha fantastic video with many parts that people can't stop laughing truly a comedian have a beautiful day about painting a truly great masterpiece keep doing good work god bless you!

[@b.cormier]

Thank you so much for watching! 🤗

[@Flowstatepaint]

incredible

[@soirema]

you are awesome btw great video

[@brentmagnano3808]

What an amazing piece of art Brooke. Beautiful!!! 100 hours seems low I would think 1000 hours LOL! Thanks for the fine video very helpful. I have done a massive amount of shipping but only a painting once and now I am downsizing and my collection is going.

[@TreeLynnT]

😂You kill me! Totally subscribing. 😅

[@TheBuzzedArtist]

Hehehe you cutting the foam gave me infinite giggles 😂

[@ChristianAnneSmith]

Me too. 😂

[@clayformations1638]

Wow! That painting is incredible! I can see why it took so long to create! Maybe I should try painting 😆

[@Toni_036]

OMG...so many details 😱 I love your videos 😂👌🏻

[@b.cormier]

Thank you!! It took about 2 months!

[@designbyodo]

Thanks learnt something. the rapping part. brilliant idea.

[@raboeart]

You're such an entertaining personality in your videos. Hope you are well. For this topic.. I feels the hording and snatching xD .. makes me feel not so alone doing those things. Thanks for this nice video and all the others of yours

[@WinstonCharles2010]

Good info and a fun platform. Hee ❤️

[@b.cormier]

Thank you!!

[@AndrewFlorkowski-hu3vp]

Wow. Wow. Wow. Genius...! Best youtube i've seen in a long time. You're very entertaining. Presentation and Execution Wonderful.. Priceless. Your artwork was fantastic. Blessings Love and Respect.. ❤️🙏☀️x Thank you

[@i.mo_goldenart]

Wow..that was helpful and funny😄😄🥰

[@b.cormier]

Thanks Sweety! 😜

[@tsonga_fox]

Oh my soul “why do I have to talk” took me out because that is literally me😭😭😭

[@samiam369]

Came for the shipping tips, stayed for the cheeky humor 😂

[@thebluebayou7432]

Awesome video! I recently had people ask for comissions which I’ve never done before and Im shipping across the country so this was a life saver!

[@ShanFannin]

Love this, Brooke. I do almost the exact same type of shipping too. I have a closet full of recycled packaging materials (Amazon air pillows, boxes, etc.). I just watched another video about using floral cellophane to wrap paintings. I'd never used that before. I've always used Glassine, but will give that a try. I also wrap my paintings with that green plastic wrap you get at moving supply stores. I wrap it around the bubble wrap and entire painting to keep it all together and safe in case the box gets wet. So many different techniques out there. We just want our work to get to our collectors safely. Great video. Happy painting! -Shan

[@b.cormier]

Amen! Thanks for watching Shan ☺ I've since replaced the cellophane wrap with acid free tissue paper (trying to cut down on plastic), with bubble wrap on top - though plastic wrap is certainly better for water protection!

[@ShanFannin]

@@b.cormier I hear ya. I've been using glassine paper, but recently saw a gallery using florist cellophane wrap to wrap their prints. I'm going to start including a card in my boxes, tubes, and flat packaging letting folks know that I try to recycle packaging materials, and thank them for understanding. Every little bit helps. Right? Happy creating!

[@cbstringham13]

Your videos are so entertaining! Love your personality and getting a peek behind the curtain of your professional life! Thank you for sharing. BTW, Happy (belated) Canada Day! 🇨🇦 🎊

[@b.cormier]

Thanks Briant! I really appreciate it!!

[@TreeLynnT]

2:52 Stunning piece!

[@I_Echion]

Awesome piece

[@b.cormier]

Thank you! :)

[@Katsxchaos]

I am a very small buisness artist & im just in awe with this piece and your whole personality. This is magical you are magic !

[@b.cormier]

Awe thank you so much! Means a lot coming from a fellow artist 🤗

[@Deardarling_k]

Superrb video and painting!! Just a quick question, have you ever used regular brown cardboard on the sides instead of foam board to protect your canvas? Just wondering if it might be as effective as the foam boards.. or would it be considered too risky 🤔🥰

[@Audion]

The best 😂

[@chantalelzingaofficial]

Hey, how do you decide what box you need? I have 80x60cm artwork and 120x100 but don't know how much the wrapping etc takes in cm so don't know when a box is a right match

[@user-xl3ds9ck4x]

nicely done

[@adamboshart4149]

Cheers Good vibes

[@MyShutterBloom]

Thank you so much for this video Brooke! Recently discovered your content and I am really enjoying it. Out of curiosity, what is the wording you use at the bottom of your Certificate of Authenticity? I know different artists do different things but I really like the look and style of yours!

[@MissBrideofFrankie]

Hi Brooke I have a question. Do you have an idea how much I should charge for shipping based on your experience depending what place you take your boxes to? Do you have a scale at home to see how heavy the box is to charge shipping will be to pre charge it by a customer before shipping??

[@zelnarisurana2991]

Thank you 🎉

[@nabeelahmad8802]

You are an Artist + Entertainer :)

[@nicolesimonetti3585]

Hi Brooke! That painting it’s fire!!🔥🔥🔥 What do you do when you have a 2mts paint and there is no box that can fit that size of canvas? Thank you!

[@John-ik2eg]

*What a beautiful piece @ **6:35*

[@jessicabutler7081]

Love your videos, thanks Brooke! I wonder if you will do a packaging video on posting prints.

[@b.cormier]

Thanks Jessica! Do you mean a video on how I package my prints?

[@jessicabutler7081]

@@b.cormier Hey Brooke, thanks for your reply. :-) Yes! I'd love to learn how you package up your larger prints safely and also those little prints that might be a bit small for tubes.

[@b.cormier]

@@jessicabutler7081 Ok good to know! I'll keep it in mind for a future video :)

[@erinkelleher7414]

Here for the free business advice 🔥👏

[@b.cormier]

I am a business expert!!

[@joshcorr1]

Great video! Out of curiosity what’s a painting that size cost to ship roughly?

[@johnvonmartin7501]

Nice color palette

[@danielallanos]

Thanks for the demo (it was super entertaining too!). Just wondering about varnishing. Did you varnish the painting and have to wait a certain length of time before packaging and sending? I love that painting by the way.

[@b.cormier]

Thanks for watching! I usually use a spray varnish and it's dry within a day. I just make sure that the surface is not at all sticky before I start packaging :)

[@rocki__maa7549]

Killed me entirely with cutting the foam board, I was feeling that way as soon as I saw you say now cut 😅😂

[@SARABJITJOSHI]

Always unique..

[@waxjamrecords]

Awsome video. Great art works as well. I paint, and shipping my first 30X24 canvas. Tim Grant

[@annettejohnson4126]

Came here to learn how to package and stayed for the comedy 😂😂

[@keithr.4645]

Thanks Brooke! Very helpful and it doesn’t hurt that it’s super entertaining as well 😂. Not gonna lie I’m somewhat relieved some of the challenges you have are the same ones I have. I really like your presentation choice of clear wrap with an embossed sticker and cert of authenticity on the back. Also do you ever feel the need to put a styrofoam board on the back of the painting in case something punctures the back of the box or is that overkill?

[@b.cormier]

Thanks for watching Keith! I think extra protection is never a bad idea, so if you have the supplies and the right size box to fit an extra styrofoam board then go for it! In this case the box was too narrow to fit two layers

[@shalinidwivedi4300]

Can we package framed paintings too this way . Will it be secured

[@KMac329]

I appreciate the great advice and the charming humor (and the fantastic painting). What service do you use for the actual shipping? I'm shipping within the USA.

[@gomathi599]

Hi mam. I bought frame for canvas 3*3.5 feet height. It's very heavy wood. Can I progress on that. Please suggest me I hv to use nail for stretching canvas or else I move to stabler. Is stabler penetrate that heavy wood. Please gv your opinion..

[@thejhasmizzle8346]

Where did you find your box? How do you feel about TV moving boxes with the holes? This is so helpful thank you so much!!! But I am now struggling with the boxes size 😭😭😭😭

[@b.cormier]

I got this box from another artist friend who buys in bulk! I was very lucky to find the perfect size... it is such a struggle, I feel you!!

[@madisonjhn]

heyy!! came across your video and I’m amazed by your work!! also I have been wanting to start my own business and I’ve been struggling to find a perfect box for my paintings. Was wondering where you got your box from??

[@soirema]

Im the nost interested where do you get the cardboard from.. gettin it in the right size seems like an impossible task!

[@Kiorsa1]

thanks so much for your video! and making me smile :) Question, do you add insurance to the package??

[@b.cormier]

Glad you enjoyed, thanks for watching! And yes, after a terrible experience losing 2 paintings in the mail, I now insure all my original works 😅

[@fimocompany3732]

WOW how much is shipping with this big of a box? which carrier do you use?

[@ChristianAnneSmith]

May I ask a question? Does your client cover the cost of shipping? Do you add in the cost of tape and foam core, etc? I am struggling with these details that seem to eat up my profits.

[@Aronja-Art]

Love your videos haha awesome! 5:20 🤣🤣🤣 extra muting the music omg

[@b.cormier]

Hahah thanks Raffaela!

[@johnvonmartin7501]

I guess you should collab with nerdforge coz u both have the same personality and skillset. Great content brooke

[@AndyHTu]

you have such a cute personality. I don't even paint and I'm watching this just for the happy feels lol

[@b.cormier]

Thanks Andy!! Happy to hear it 😙

[@orachayabrock839]

Thanks for all the advice!!! Also, you're incredibly adorable! I love how you included all your quirkiness and retakes! Let me guess, the outro took just as long as the intro, huh? =P lol

[@tahamohamady-du6vq]

you are so entertaining and funny

[@jess-perna-live-weddingpainter]

Nice video! I use the FedEx airfloat system which is way easier and more protected.

[@suzanneboily5224]

So amazing to watch your so funny and friendly. How did you learn to paint so good.

[@b.cormier]

Thanks a lot Suzanne! I posted a video called "how I became a full-time artist" where I explain my story :)

[@shekeetas]

what's that white board called please?

[@sajjadalnaely]

Even though Im not an artist , I enjoyed watching the " meme " part of Brooke hhh . All the best for you

[@b.cormier]

Haha thank you Sajjad! :)

[@Sominadi]

This painting is amazing !! I was wondering which company you use to send your paintings to Canada and the USA? and also are delivery costs included in your prices? why don't you send them by tube? Are your customers asking for them streched on canvas? sorry that's a lot of questions but I'm going to launch my shop in 20 days (abstract paintings and I'm worried about delivery Thank you for your time

[@PersonalIzzy]

😂 when a painter says 100hours they mean 8 months 😅😂🎉