Before selling my paintings online, I used to sell books and hats for a local business. Although the books were easier to pack, the hats were a challenge, but they all gave me experience before launching my art career online 20 years ago.
When it came to packing and shipping my canvas artwork, I quickly realized that the more I spent on high-quality cardboard and other premium packing supplies, the damage rate just dropped dramatically. I'd watched many couriers throw parcel boxes in their vans, so I knew they had to be strong enough to withstand heavy knocks. When I planned on moving to Canada, packing supplies was at the top of my list.
GRATITUDE: When I was younger and starting, I was frustrated packing. I didn't enjoy it. I wanted to paint!! But I knew I had to change my thoughts. Packing paintings is an intricate part of my business. I changed my views of frustration to Gratitude. I thank the person/company that purchased the painting for every picture I pack. I smile when I pack them because I feel joy for the new owner. It's excellent. I changed my way of thinking because I've shipped well over 3000 paintings to over 20 countries in these last 20 years!
THE PACKAGING PROCESSES: Each painting will be covered in acid-free tissue paper. Then a layer of thick bubble wrap. Covered with an extra heavy-duty strong premium custom-made box. The cardboard I use is strong enough to withstand 275 lbs of pressure. It takes about 30 - 45 mins to pack each painting.
