How can I ship art cheaply?

How can I ship art cheaply?

If you're looking for the cheapest way to ship your hard canvas, the best option is to ship with the US Postal Service. USPS offers the best mix of affordable rates and quick delivery times, as long as your canvas isn't too big.

Does FedEx ship paintings?

FedEx offers a service for artworks called FedEx Custom Critical, but in most major cities there are specialized art shipping companies that pack, crate, transport, and deliver artwork. A long list appears when you google art shipping services. You might also check with a local gallery for a referral.

How do you price acrylic paintings?

To work out your price by the square inch, multiply the length by the width of your painting. For example, an 8 by 8 inch piece = 8 x 8 = 64 square inches. If you charge $1 per square inch, this would be $64 + the price of materials if you are adding that as well.

How much does it cost to ship a 16×20 canvas?

Shipping for 16×20 canvas. I just shipped one of my 16×20 paintings and it was $25 to ship through UPS. I would use the post office but they're so rough with items and they don't have a box to fit a 16×20 painting.

Can I leave an acrylic painting in a hot car?

With excessive heat the paint will dry out and become unusable. I always recommend leaving your acrylic paints in a room like temperature environment. If you must leave them in your car, make sure it's not too hot outside, and try to cover them with something so no direct sunlight hits them.

How do you pack a painting for air travel?

Keep your paints in a separate plastic bag in case they leak during the flight and pack them in your suitcase (don't carry them on the plane). I suggest packing the paints in a clear plastic container. Be sure and enclose your paints with the Plein Air Magazine label!

Can acrylic paint be mailed?

Paint or a related item (UN1263) classified as a flammable or combustible liquid is generally acceptable for mailing provided the material can qualify as a consumer commodity material, or ORM-D (for surface only), and is sent within the quantity limitations and packaging requirements stated in 343.21 or 343.22, as

Are UPS boxes free?

These free supplies are for express and expedited services like UPS Express Envelopes, FedEx Medium Boxes, and USPS Priority Mail boxes, respectively. UPS offers free UPS supplies including packaging, forms, and labels for customers logged in to UPS.com®.

What can you do with old paintings?

It is essential that you varnish your completed acrylic paintings. The varnish will protect the painting from dust, UV rays and yellowing. Varnish comes in gloss, satin or matte finish. I usually stick with gloss varnish because I love the look of a glossy finish, but you may have your own preference.