How to pack a painting for shipping in 5 SIMPLE STEPS

[@briannalion5553]

Thx that is good information 😊

[@SwarezArt]

You are most welcome!

[@MelanieFromCanada]

To comment on the bubble wrap; I once sent an oil painting wrapped in acid free brown paper with bubble wrap and I had the bubbles in. When it got to it's destination, the varnish had taken on the circles on the bubbles. Luckily I was able to correct it for them when I was in their area a couple weeks later. So yea, no more bubble wrap faced in, and I put a piece of cardboard between the first layer and the bubbles :p

[@SwarezArt]

Glad the video was helpful!

[@Xpload_1989]

Great vid! :) Of course you have to see the expenses of the packaging in relation to the piece. If I were to send out my paintings, which are smaller scale, and with a totally different price range, that polycarbonate sheet will already be quite expensive. But I reckon either a wooden board or 2-3 layers of cardboard might work too. Also love the added information about the certificate. Would love to see a whole video on details like that, the paperwork and personalizing the delivery of the product to the customer.

[@SwarezArt]

Great points - thank you! And will definitely cover off the whole Certification thing soon. I do get asked about that often.

[@Auriflamme]

The plastified card that they use for outdoor signs and election posters works much better than cardboard. It's much more rigid, but the same weight and doesn't absorb moisture. Very cheap too (during election season!)

[@journeywithnichole]

Wow! I dream of having to refer back to this video to ship out my big pieces!! Maybe today will be the day. Thank you for showing all your tips and guidance on starting out. Just went all in to be full time artist. Picked up first paint brush a year ago and just want to keep doing it!!!

[@SwarezArt]

That's brilliant to hear! Go you! Wishing you well on your journey and thanks for sharing this with us today.

[@Almighty3k]

Same!!

[@Unlockingparadoxes]

I hope that all is well for everyone reading this comment.

[@SwarezArt]

I'm sure they are!

[@AwesomeAndrew]

Thanks for the video, what an environmental nightmare though. Ugh, haven't found a method that's environmentally friendly for posting art

[@SwarezArt]

Thanks Andrew. I'm sure the packaging industry will catch up eventually for things like art

[@elandjjtravel]

Omg thank you so much! This really helps I’ve been so worried about making larger pieces but this really makes me feel a whole lot more confident!!!

[@SwarezArt]

You’re very welcome 😉

[@bouldernorth]

Fantastic! Thank you for sharing. Where did you get the felt covering for your work table? Looks like a great surface for all types of work. Thank you!

[@SwarezArt]

Thank you! The top is simply an off cut of cheap carpet - nothing more than that :)

[@rytahug5265]

How do I wrap string art wall hanging made on MDF Boards with nails and strings. Because it's quite heavy even for a 40 by 40 cm piece. Nails always spoil my brown sugar paper. I need help

[@SwarezArt]

Could you make a tray and a lid out of double walled carboard? Just a thought.

[@scottoconnor]

Great ideas! Packing is an art form in and of itself. You just might be the #Picassoofpacking

[@SwarezArt]

Haha! Thanks Scott - that's made me smile!

[@irusankingofcats]

Can you give some advice please on the way you go about creating the Insurance valuation certificate, is there a specialist valuer, or can you go to a local Auctioneer. How is this costed. Thank you for a brilliant KZbin video. Best regards, Brian.

[@SwarezArt]

Hi Brian. All I do is double the price the client paid for each artwork for insurance purposes. Generally speaking, that allows for future inflation as well as covering the costs of replicating what they’ve purchased in the event they have to make a claim. No valued or auction house required!! Hope that helps.

[@judyholder7385]

The polycarbonate you used looks like the solar glazing cost me $45 with inflation.are you still buying the poly

[@SwarezArt]

Yes we still use that for shipping

[@SiavashGolkar]

Thanks for a great video! Any suggestions for when you are sending to an exhibition and you need them to send back in the same packaging? In this method, it seems that you cannot expect the recipient to be able to repack and ship it back easily.

[@lizzie4959]

Thank you for the video! I am shipping a big painting today and I was trying to figure out how get a box the right size (boxes are absurdly expensive for no apparent reason). Your technique gets rid of the need for a box, so thank you so much!

[@SwarezArt]

You are very welcome Lizzie - thanks for watching and glad the video helped 👍

[@reginahigginbotham2777]

I love this. Thank you

[@naomiwendy2234]

A snow emergency just declared from 6p.m.this evening, till 12 p.m. on Sunday here in the Midwestern U.S. - And who jumps into my feed but Swarez wrapping a painting! We found it amusing that you're wrapping a parcel, and were wrapped in blankets waiting for the house to warm back up from an outage early this morning! Good information to know! You and Ady stay warm!

[@SwarezArt]

I hope you stay wrapped up and warm!

[@lynnr33]

Yes, and this is somewhat involved so I’ll save for another day.

[@LeonardKarpen]

I’m trying to be civil to comply with your policies but are you guys trying g to compete with the Chinese for the most world polluting packaging ever used? C’mon my friend it’s 2024 could you figure out how to use compostable plastics it better paper based packaging. Thankfully I’m in my late 60’s and I won’t live long enough to see us all suffocate from trash in our oceans and every piece of sub-sub-suburban land for landfills but if I were one of your younger readers with a family I’d be sending you hate mail about this. But I’m a civil guy so I hope maybe this video was old and now you and Aidan are using biodegradable packaging. Hope springs eternal. You know I but canvasses from Amazon and even that huge company doesn’t use as much plastic as your are advocating.

[@marcopolocasa]

beautiful packaging, looks like a painting on top of a painting lol😃😄

[@SwarezArt]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@nostalgic-one]

Could you talk more about what's the insurance valuation?

[@SwarezArt]

It's just a letterhead to say what I think the value of the painting should be for the purposes of insuring it as part of the contents insurance and also important for an assessor if a claim is made.

[@weirdphotography1836]

Happy new year... Jan 11 2020... oh god he does not know about the year ahead yet

[@SwarezArt]

Haha! Well, I do now!!!!

[@bethlynne1937]

What type of place do you get the antistatic material and what size roll is that and the cost? Thanks

[@SwarezArt]

Anywhere on eBay or Amazon Beth. Or a local packaging supplier - Google one near you. There's tons of it around. Lots of roll sizes available - choose the one best for you. It's cheap as chips!

[@fatimabashir-gwandu1412]

Hello, I really loved this video, especially how simple the steps were. I've also just finished watching your video on packing large pieces for shipping in crates. I was wondering if you could please do a video on packing medium to large mixed-media art pieces ( art work has slight protrusions about an inch from the surface of the canvas) and how best to protect them. Also what are the merits of using packing peanuts instead of bubble wrap? Thank you so much.

[@SwarezArt]

Glad it was helpful! I don't have anything that fits the mixed-media criteria so could prove to be tricky. No real difference between peanuts and bubble wrap in my opinion - only one is less messy! I really have to sit and think about the protrusions - not sure how to approach that...

[@erniecelindsey8418]

Whaaat.. I didn't win 😭 I so wanted a painting! On a side note, this video is what I needed.

[@SwarezArt]

Haha! Yeah, sorry! But we will run another at 20k subs so don't worry! Glad you found the vid helpful!

[@cheftan888]

Hi, what about where to sell artwork ? I hope your next video would be great 👍🏾 thank you

[@MaryaMaine]

I personally use parchemin paper on the surface of a painting as a first protection just in case the varnish is still sticky, but of course my painting are much smaller 😅. wow never thought sending a painting without a box, I think I would be scared the first time I would send it😳

[@vinceedmundsart2999]

Brilliant as ever, I never thought of using the roofing material, perfect

[@SwarezArt]

Thank you!

[@trevordupp8734]

Have you calculated how much material cost is used to ship a painting that size? When you make sales do you add shipping costs or do you include that in the paintings price and therefore offer it as free shipping?

[@SwarezArt]

Hi Trevor. Normally, shipping is NOT free as it can cost a lot of money for a big painting (depending on where in the world it's going). So I do quote for shipping once I receive an enquiry. Free shipping at some of the size I sell could cost me 40% of the ticket price depending on location - ouch!! Goodbye profit! What I try to do is offset and subsidize where I can to lessen the impact for a client - but everything begins with a conversation. I treat everyone in their own unique way as each circumstance is different. I always focus on how I can do the best for someone. Sounds contrite but it's just a simple mantra. Hope that helps...

[@trevordupp8734]

@@SwarezArt Thanks for responding so quickly - follow up - do you ever send your paintings unstretched and then the client would get it stretch once it reaches the destination - you do some pretty large peices.

[@hewesabstractart825]

The price 23 pounds is about $29 USD. But the lowest price I can find is $48 USD plus tax would make it $51.38 for s sheet. To me it isn't worth the cost to protect the painting. If I did a painting the same size you just did it pretty much cost $50 USD plus to protect the painting. So the cost in the US isn't worth it. People need to remember here in the US everything is over priced. Because everyone want's the US dollar why I have no idea the pound and euro are worth more if you ask me.

[@robertmondoux6466]

Is the anti-static wrap to prevent lightning strikes ;) ?

[@SwarezArt]

It's just because it's a good foam - it just happens to be anti-static!!!

[@christinetempleton7657]

Professional wrapping for professional business. It's important. Thanks.

[@SwarezArt]

Thanks Christine!

[@shirleypeters]

Very good video, Thankyou. Just saying, bubbles face in for me.

[@SwarezArt]

Thank you so much!

[@k.y.6148]

I wouldn't think of mailing a painting like this without also being in a cardboard box, after all this wrapping. Have you ever used boxes, or don't you find you need them?

[@SwarezArt]

Nope! No cardboard needed - ever!!! In 10 years of packing like this, and sending to every continent, I have never had a single one damaged. Must say something right?

[@melanincowgirl9438]

Great video so I just had to subscribe! I am shipping my artwork overseas in my container. Will this work to keep my artwork safe without a cardboard box? On tenterhooks awaiting your response 😳

[@mattylamb658]

Hi, great vid! Is that painting acrylic or oil?

[@SwarezArt]

Thank you. I always use enamel paints and you can learn more about them here: www.swarez.co.uk/using-enamel-paints/

[@Yourhighnessnona]

Nice video! I watched your other video on how to send a large painting overseas and the pricing for that shocked me. This way of packing and shipping a piece seems safe, professional and good enough to be used for a large painting to be send overseas, too, would you think? Love, Donna

[@SwarezArt]

Glad it was helpful! Yes, I use this method for all kind of shapes and sizes. Works really well.

[@janespooner777]

Hi, Great video, really informative. Could you tell who you would recommend to send out large format paintings.

[@SwarezArt]

Thanks Jane! I don't recommend any single courier because there are so many options and service levels that I tend to choose what's best for the client and country I am shipping to. Try using a comparison site to look at your best options for things like time and cost. That's all i ever do! Besides, not all couriers operate in all areas so it can mean you have to shop around anyway. Hope that helps. Ed

[@janespooner777]

@@SwarezArt thank you the quick reply. I just read in your bio that you are Gloucestershire based, so am I. I really enjoyed watching you videos. As I am just starting out on my art career journey.

[@SwarezArt]

@@janespooner777 thanks Jane; yes based in Stroud! Drop by sometime and say hello

[@soirema]

Absolutly fantastic! Thank you so much!!

[@SwarezArt]

You're very welcome!

[@designbyandrews3191]

Love your demonstration. I also do large paintings for acrylics but I also do watercolor at another 11x17 with a 3-4” May around. I was making crates for everything to ship from old pallets (which I got for free as toss offs). I do use bubble wrap and newsprint or vellum directly on top of the painting; definitely cardboard then. What you do makes sense; less expensive to ship than crates which FEDEX/UPS won’t take. I have to use private truckers when I crate which can be expensive. I recently found some moving companies will help if they have a run to the city you need. But you have to make sure you have some One on the other end. Thank you for the presentation and not drawing it out. Cheers 🍻

[@SwarezArt]

I appreciate your kind feedback and thanks for sharing your thoughts! Glad the video was helpful! Cheers, Ed

[@moniquefafard3927]

You are absolutely incredible, and no , you don't talk too much, your information is so helpfull, and little input and expérience comment are always welcome. Keep going. We can see you love doing your work, and this is a great motivation for anyone.....Monick

[@SwarezArt]

I couldn't agree more Allie! Well said

[@Kitzunia]

So informative and pleasant to watch at the same time! Another great video from Swarez, yay!! I was looking for some information on this subject and haven't found anything as useful before. Thank you for making it! Hope the winner gets in touch

[@SwarezArt]

Thank you so much - I'm glad it's been of help!

[@fabiocaglia9653]

Amazing tips! Thank you ao much! One question, which English company does your delivery? Any specific for Arts?

[@SwarezArt]

Thank you. I mainly use couriers to ship but for the big stuff I use Gloucester Freight Services. Google them to learn more.

[@gordonbryanart]

Thank you, great demo and info. Unless I missed it, what is that black sticky wrap you covered the whole thing with finally? Thanks again ;-)

[@SwarezArt]

Thanks Gordon. It's simply a palette wrap - you can get it from almost any packing supplies company. Sometimes called shrink wrap/parcel wrap too

[@gordonbryanart]

@@SwarezArt Ah gotcha! It was the black that had got me thinking it was something else, I never knew it came in black! Quite a nice effect, will be looking into getting some - cheers! ;-)

[@SwarezArt]

@@gordonbryanart glad I could help Gordon! Have a lovely day - Ed

[@SwarezArt]

@@gordonbryanart www.amazon.co.uk/black-palette-wrap/s?k=black+palette+wrap

[@nethrasarts2944]

which shipping service would you recommend for shipping large canvas? USPS/UPS/FEDEX?

[@SwarezArt]

That entirely depends on the day. They're all much the same I try to choose based on what's best for the client and their geographical location/transit time/surcharges etc.

[@muskyread]

Great video as always. I would be really interested to know which shipping service you use? and what's the rough cost? When I was looking into shipping a large canvas painting I found that art, and canvas art was a restricted item through DPD. I ended up removing it from the frame and rolling it up to fit in a tube and sent it by Royal Mail.

[@SwarezArt]

Thanks! Try Transglobal (in the UK). They scrape all the networks for the best deal options base don what you're sending. They'r really rather excellent!

[@muskyread]

@@SwarezArt Great! Thank you. And thank you for such a quick response.

[@purpigment]

Thank you for such vital information so generously shared - also useful when moving studio/home.

[@SwarezArt]

Indeed and thanks for your thoughts!

[@Unlockingparadoxes]

Much love and respect to you and your channel. Thank you for what you do and doing this video.

[@SwarezArt]

I appreciate that

[@hellepetersen2129]

Great step-by-step-video, You guys are so professional. Thanks for sharing!

[@SwarezArt]

Thank you so much Helle!

[@rjsarner]

Thank you for taking the time to make this video, you have just solved so many issues for this big canvas painter! I have been trying to figure out how to ship without using expensive crates/professional crating services or make custom sized boxes! (Wood is outrageously expensive here in the US right now with the supply shortages, this is BRILLIANT!) Question: how do you instruct your clients to OPEN this package without ripping the canvas with a blade or cutting tool? I know the next set of questions sound silly and obvious to ask but I am constantly surprised about the damage I have seen with clients opening boxes with cutting tools. Could one accidentally cut through the backside far enough into the front and rip the canvas? Do you place a label indicating which side to open from? Would you recommend sending an email to the client with instructions on how to safely open this kind of packaging? Again, it’s obvious to artists what to do but I want to provide safe unwrapping instructions to a potential first time buyer. Thank you for your time and job well done explaining this process, thanks!

[@SwarezArt]

Hi Robin. Easy answer is to send them a little video from your phone! I always recommend they cut with a blade across either of the flat surfaces. All they need avoid is the sides. That's it! Nothing more. Explain that in a video from your phone and that should be all you need! Hope that helps and thanks for watching!

[@rjsarner]

@@SwarezArt Thanks for the effective tip! Stay healthy and thanks again for your inspiration and help.

[@SwarezArt]

@@rjsarner you're welcome!

[@artfish4284]

Thank you for another wonderful video. Since this is going to the US. do you not need to do a crate and customs paperwork? Would love it if I didn't have to crate a piece. Plus I would just end up popping all the bubble wrap LOL

[@SwarezArt]

For this size I can get away with it as it is. Realistically, anything above 180cm on the longest side needs to go in a crate. For over-sized freight like a crate I will have to complete a commercial invoice, declare my EORI number (for pre-clearance in the UK), declare my HS code (for zero rating of sales tax) and authorize the US agent to issue a Power of Attorney form to act for the client the other end. This is normal for crated goods but not always necessary for packaged ones like the video shows. Because of its size I can usually book through a major courier and they do all that in their booking process. Hope that helps... Packages = easy. Crates = nightmare!

[@artfish4284]

Thank you very much. Yes, it helped quite a bit.

[@lieseho2072]

@@SwarezArt wow that's a handy bit of info! Is that a standard international rule , do you know?

[@andreinacastillo8275]

Thank you for the video!! Quick question, how long can the painting stay wrapped for? I am moving and would like to ship my paintings a few months ahead of time. Is that a problem?

[@SwarezArt]

Depends on the paint used I guess... mine can stay wrapped indefinitely. I would imagine that most can be stored this way to be honest.

[@teganrandall8887]

Yep I'm a resin artist and learnt the hard way about the bubbles too! Always face out!

[@cherylkelly6415]

You can send that one to me. Lol! Good info.

[@SwarezArt]

Haha! Thank you!

[@frederickworrellartanddesi801]

That was awesome 👌 👏 thanks so much for sharing your knowledge. Love you work.

[@SwarezArt]

Thanks very much! Most kind...

[@cactusladysouth1000]

what kind of knife did you cut it with????

[@SwarezArt]

It's a standard trimming knife that takes replaceable blades. Here's one similar: www.amazon.co.uk/Stanley-Fixed-Blade-Utility-0-10-299/dp/B0001IW5C2/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=stanley+knife&qid=1618553488&sr=8-2

[@mattylamb658]

Cool thank you! I paint in acrylics on thin canvas panels and there is an issue with bringing anything in contact with the surface when packing. Still trying to find a solution.

[@gidgitvonlarue9972]

Damn I've been sending my paintings all wrong - lucky they have ALL arrived fine. To be fair just in Australia. I use a glossy package tape over the front then bubble wrap. But thank you - this year sending o'seas so this is great! xxx

[@SwarezArt]

You're very welcome!

[@blakeyonthebuses]

Ati Static Foam Wrap = laminate underlay from BnQ £15 a roll. I don't know why you're using polycarbonate sheet which costs a fortune. Just use hardboard which is lighter.

[@SwarezArt]

Polycarb is just as cheap online but yes, hardboard is also a great alternative. The only downside to that is if it gets wet - which happened once I may add! Very unfortunate but I probably wasn't using palette wrap then! Thanks for your thoughts dude!

[@jenniferhankinson1910]

Hey! Thanks so much for sharing!

[@SwarezArt]

My pleasure Jennifer!

[@leeneedham782]

very helpful gracias

[@SwarezArt]

You're welcome!

[@tanyalalonde733]

As always great information, thanks for sharing you shipping process it really helps when making decisions on how to prep something for shipping.

[@SwarezArt]

Thank you very much!

[@lucretiaonutube]

Thanks.. Very clear. I've often wondered which is best way to package up large canvasses.

[@brianberg9450]

This looks like a pretty good option that I'm goin to try when we move. I have several large paintings of mine that need to get packed. My wife's company packed my paintings 25 years ago with custom made wood crates for each painting. (can't believe they paid for that) This method looks like a more affordable and frankly easier method.

[@SwarezArt]

Should work out well for you. Fingers crossed.

[@marcellaulrikaulltjarn5406]

Muy seguro empaqueteado.

[@SwarezArt]

Yes it was !!

[@fatheratum5033]

Thanks for your help

[@SwarezArt]

No problem

[@jimsmith3239]

Any alternatives to polycarbonate sheets? They're awfully expensive shipping material here in Arizona.

[@SwarezArt]

Tricky, not sure? Plywood? Hardboard maybe?

[@Hedgehogsinthemist123]

I now have to ship 13 pieces of art to the States, all different sizes. I don't know where to start tbh. What carrier do you use?

[@SwarezArt]

It depends on the destination, service level for the client, size of work etc. I choose the right one for each job and not always the same one.

[@HopeMartinartist]

Fantastic video! Thank you for sharing your process. It is very helpful.

[@SwarezArt]

Glad it was helpful!

[@vitaliacasaretto4205]

Thank for your video

[@SwarezArt]

You're welcome Vitalia!

[@hiriyannaiahs9886]

An excellent way to safeguard the art .I really appreciate the the presentation.thaks a lot.-Hiriyannaiah.s.r. 🇮🇳 India.

[@SwarezArt]

Thank you for your kind feedback!!!

[@cwv-artistry]

Okay this video was perfect exactly what I was needing but I do have a question does the shipping company box it for you or do you have to provide the box for shipping?? I have never shipped anything at all before and am just now considering selling my artwork and want to make sure when I do I have the right supplies and information to do it properly so this was an amazing video for me

[@SwarezArt]

Thanks for your kind feedback. No, nothing is supplied in terms of a box - the video doesn't have any boxes in it - just the polycarbonate sheets - that's all you need. Plus bubble wrap, some thin foam sheet, tape and shrink wrap. That's about it.

[@maynoldmoreno7888]

Can you please make a video on packing large canvas resin in more depth in review? and by Adding more resin how it affects the weight to the equation of shipping….any good methods, you can recommend or share? Thank You and Cheers to all your helpful and wonderful videos 🙏

[@SwarezArt]

I'm not sure anything really changes if something weighs more? This system is good for most paintings and mediums so weight shouldn't really be an issue unless you're getting very heavy in which case I would build a crate. Hope that helps and thanks for supporting the channel!

[@Yellowstonewolf-di4kr]

That’s cool

[@SwarezArt]

Thanks ☺️

[@jpwartist]

Thanks for the info. I've always wanted to do larger artwork but I'm put off with the shipping of it. This is a big help. Thanks.

[@SwarezArt]

Glad it was helpful!

[@ReginaCordoba]

New subbie

[@SwarezArt]

Thanks very much Regina!

[@artistyard5835]

Wow! The’re so lucky having that treasure… im just new here and started to watch ur videos during my free time.. having one of your art piece is my biggest dream now haha..

[@SwarezArt]

Welcome aboard! Great to have you here and thank you for watching!

[@MsGnor]

Thanks for this fantastic super helpful video! The 10ml polycarb protector is very freaking innovative 🥰

[@SwarezArt]

I’m delighted you think so! Much appreciated

[@SJBFineArt]

Hi, great video! One thing though...You sped through the cutting of the polycarbonate which is the one step of your brilliant process I feel unsure about! I don't have very strong hands (a bit arthritic!) Does it cut easily with a 'stanley' knife or do you need to apply a lot of pressure? Thanks x

[@SwarezArt]

Thanks for the feedback. Yes, a fresh blade will get through it well. You may need to score alomng the cutl ine a few times to get it all off but a sharp blade and some force will do the job.

[@SJBFineArt]

@@SwarezArt 😊 thanks.

[@lanalowman7647]

Hey it's me again. Do you know if the poly carb wrap is same as stretch wrap? I hope I'm not just dumb!! I'm just new at this hahaha.

[@SwarezArt]

Just answered previous comment Lana - hope that helps!

[@Jackie7665]

Thank you so much for this very well done, detailed video. I have yet to ship a framed piece of art and I watched this to get an idea or two before ever attempting it myself. Great information! To add my 2 cents about bubble wrap, I only recently learned it's bubbles out for the better protection. Who knew? I believe it deflects the impact of force away from the item you're trying to protect.

[@SwarezArt]

Thanks for the advice Jacqui and glad you enjoyed the video 👍

[@haroldlarrarte4711]

where can i get my own hologram? thanks

[@SwarezArt]

You can get them done from eBay or search online for custom printed hologram stickers

[@haroldlarrarte4711]

@@SwarezArt Thank you very much

[@billykobilca6321]

I've been sending out rolled up work.... these cheap people don't wanna pay for framing -screwem... let them deal with that.

[@SwarezArt]

I feel your pain too Billy!

[@moobyworldmine]

Any concern with shipping paintings in high temps? I'm concerned if it sits outside, the paint might stick to the wrapping or melt altogether? Is there a sealer?

[@SwarezArt]

I guess that depends on the paint you’re using. I use enamels which, when fully cured, can withstand 400 degrees so I have no problem. Might be best to check the tech specs of the mediums you are using to be on the safe side. I don’t see any issue with sticking so far as your paint is fully cured and not liable to remain tacky. Hope that helps.

[@thayesartwork]

If you are looking for the winners address, I will be more than happy to give you my address. Great information. Thank you for sharing

[@SwarezArt]

LOL

[@jess-perna-fine-art]

Thanks for the great video. It is great to hear someone clearing explaining. Great packing job!

[@SwarezArt]

Thanks and you are welcome!

[@cristianperez1311]

Great vídeo I would like other vídeo about the way you get your clients without publicity of an art gallery would be interesting

[@SwarezArt]

Thanks! There's a lot of info on the channel about this which is contained in other videos. It is always the hardest problem for artists but is very achievable. I will do a video just on finding clients very soon.

[@ChaseArtworks]

Do you insure your packages before sending them off or is that the buyers responsibility and the purpose of your insurance valuation?

[@SwarezArt]

I always insure them when I book with a courier. They normally offer an option so I take it. But beware - some companies don't insure art! Read the small print!!

[@sarahsmilee563]

Bubble wrap OUT! Always. Thank you so much for this information. Incredibly helpful.

[@SwarezArt]

You are so welcome Sarah!!!

[@3rdeyeopen802]

Thank you - very helpful information!

[@SwarezArt]

Thanks Libby!

[@Hedgehogsinthemist123]

It's good to see somebody from the UK. My art is not overly large, but I do use foam wrap, bubble wrap and then I use really thick bin bags. I think maybe a polycarbonate sheet is a bit over the top for me, but I can understand that if you are sending abroad you need that extra security. Regarding the bubble wrap thing, I have always wrapped with the bubbles inside and haven't had any problems as far as I know because the foam wrap is protecting the painting. I think in future though I will wrap with the bubbles on the outside. I sent a resin piece out one time and was so worried about it that I put some thin card against it which will sort the problem. One really needs to think about the cost of packaging, which is quite high when you take it all into account, particularly the foam and bubble wrap. Just have to ask a lot for shipping I guess. Thanks for sharing your tips.

[@SwarezArt]

My pleasure Tracey and thank you for sharing your packing tips today! Cheers, Ed

[@LK-pb4no]

Wow.....this was one of the best vidoes on packaging. I have one question. I am a new artist and I''ve not sold anything yet but when I do, I also do alot of heavy textured and light textured artwork. What would you do differently to protect this type of art from chipping.

[@SwarezArt]

No I would do exactly this method. If in doubt just increase the amount of anti static foam wrap. Thanks for your kind words.

[@debrafalk7085]

I'm planning on sending my mother one of my recent paintings and I'm paranoid of it getting dinged up. Thanks for the video!

[@SwarezArt]

This is a system that works well Debra and we still continue to use it in this way. I'm sure it will be fine!

[@martinascolours]

Thanks for sharing, very informative. For the bubble side out, I was just watching a video from a gallery that was saying the same as you. How much would all the packaging material cost for this painting?

[@SwarezArt]

I'd day around £40 approximately. Hope that helps.

[@ruthmchugh1111]

excellant

[@SwarezArt]

Thank you!

[@LockedinDMV]

You sell paintings with the backing like that? I have a few pieces that are nice but I’m nervous about the back being such a mess

[@SwarezArt]

Yes I do! The front is the important thing. The back shows the journey!

[@irusankingofcats]

Thanks a million for the speedy reply. That is great news, simplifies the mystery of Insurance costs. Love your work and videos, great presentation clear speech and audio - great fun and entertaining too. Continued success. Brian

[@SwarezArt]

Thank you Brian - you are most welcome!

[@Urbanmoon]

For sure, bubbles on the outside! It will leave marks in certain mediums. For encaustics we also do it on the outside.

[@SwarezArt]

That's very reassuring to hear!

[@amycook6972]

Thank you for your incredible videos!! I'm an interior designer, recent empty nester and have picked up my paintbrushes after 25 years of not using them!! My goal is to create custom pieces for my clients and who knows, maybe it grows from there. I am binge watching your videos and have learned something from every one of them. Your work is stunning and you are inspiring me to just do it and not be afraid to try and experiment with different mediums, techniques, etc. Keep the videos coming please!!

[@SwarezArt]

Wonderful! Thank you so much Amy - that's so good to hear and I am delighted we're providing inspiration to you! Welcome to the channel!

[@arteworld]

Perfectly thorough job!

[@SwarezArt]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@rchodrago]

Thank you for all you do. It has been quite trasnformative and iteratively informative as I have learnt techniques, approaches to taking your art to the next level and so on. I am curious if there is an opportunity to get involved more closely in the learning process, like a closed group, subscription and so on. Thank you, again.

[@SwarezArt]

You are very welcome, glad we could help. There isn't any closed group or learning circle - that's why we have KZbin. But if that ever becomes a thing I will let you know!!!

[@stevel9645]

Great video, can you please tell me which courier will take such a large parcel, as I find the mainstream firms all have smaller size limits?

[@SwarezArt]

Thanks for the feedback! I normally use a comparison site for each parcel so that I can match the right service for the client and country. There are definitely limits so if you are sending something very big then try searching for a local shipping agent as they will move in these areas where larger freight services are required. There are also comparison sites that specialize in big parcels (like Parcelcompare) etc.. Hope that helps.

[@scottwhite9761]

Thanks for this video. I have shipped several paintings across the US and always worry about them being damaged. No issues so far, but your method of packaging your work seems just about foolproof. Cheers!

[@SwarezArt]

Thanks Scott, much appreciated!

[@rebeccainskeep3998]

Is the anti static foam wrap safe to be against the face of oil painting when shipping even in hot weather? I've heard bubble wrap can melt on a canvas and I want to make sure I don't ruin it with anything (new to shipping as an artist)!

[@SwarezArt]

I think they would have to get very hot for the plastic to melt (of any kind). I have never had any problems with anti-static foam. Hope that helps...