In Person Purchase

Preserving Your Certificate of Authenticity

Some original artwork comes with a Certificate of Authenticity (COA) to verify its originality and limited status. To ensure the long-term credibility and value of your artwork, it’s essential to properly preserve this certificate alongside your print.

Why It Matters

The COA serves as official documentation that your artwork is the artist's original. Keeping it intact and in good condition helps maintain the artwork’s value for future collectors, galleries, and appraisers.

Best Practices for Preservation

• Store Together: Keep the COA in the same location as the original but in a separate protective sleeve to prevent damage.
• Avoid Direct Contact: Use acid-free, archival-quality folders or sleeves to prevent paper deterioration.
• Document Ownership: If you frame or store the original separately, take a digital scan or high-quality photo of the COA as a backup.
• Frame with Care: If you display the COA, use a UV-protected, acid-free frame to prevent fading over time.
• Secure Storage: Place the COA separately in a fireproof or waterproof document holder for added protection.

By safeguarding your Certificate of Authenticity, you preserve your art work's historical and artistic integrity, ensuring its lasting significance for future generations.

Thank you for choosing our artwork. We strive to provide you with high-quality products and an enjoyable experience from purchase to delivery. In the event that your artwork arrives damaged during shipping or delivery, please follow the instructions below to receive a replacement copy.

Damaged Artwork

If your artwork was damaged during shipping, we are happy to send a second copy of the original order, free of charge. To qualify for a replacement, please:

• Contact Us: Reach out to our customer support team within 7 days of receiving your order at [Your Contact Email].
• Provide Documentation: Send us clear photos of the damaged item, including any noticeable damage to the packaging.
• Await Confirmation: Once we verify the damage, we will arrange for a replacement to be shipped to you as soon as possible.

Please note that we do not offer refunds or replacements for reasons other than damage incurred during shipping. All sales are otherwise final.

Additional Information

Our goal is to ensure you’re happy with your purchase. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to us.

Thank you for your understanding and support of our work!

For optimal preservation and display, we recommend a frame with acid-free matting and UV-protective glass to maintain the integrity of the artwork.

To preserve the integrity and longevity of your original, follow these care guidelines:

Handling & Display

• Always handle the original with clean, dry hands or cotton gloves to prevent oils or dirt from transferring onto the paper.
• Avoid bending or rolling the original, as the paper texture can crease easily and not fully flatten once damaged.
• Frame the original with acid-free matting and UV-protective glass to shield it from environmental wear while allowing the texture to remain visible.

Storage & Preservation

• If not immediately framed, store the original in a flat, archival-quality portfolio to protect against dust, moisture, and light exposure.
• Keep the artwork in a climate-controlled environment, away from humidity, direct sunlight, and fluctuating temperatures that could cause warping.
• Avoid adhesives or tapes that may leave residue; use archival corners for mounting.

By following these care instructions, you ensure that your art retains its rich texture and timeless presence, allowing future generations to appreciate its beauty and cultural significance.

 Why Joy Marie Curtis created this work.