Collectors guide

Useful information about buying prints and artwork online.

About prints

Prints look almost identical to the original, or I might create an embellished print* from an original artwork.

These are fine art (Giclee) reproductions printed on highest quality paper using lightfast pigment inks. With the right care* prints are resistant to weathering and fading meaning they should look fabulous for a very long time. Prints comes with a certificate of authenticity.

* An embellished print is a reproduction which includes added thoughtful, specific detail that has been added by me on top of the of the existing original artwork.

*A general recommendation for protecting and preserving prints is to frame them behind glass and display them away from direct sunlight and moisture.

How to purchase prints

I release new prints to my mailing list a few times a year, usually as a series, or as single artworks. My mailing list is notified beforehand so collectors can be ready to secure a piece at its release date.

How to purchase original art

I usually retain some original paintings for exhibition purposes, but when they do become available, either as single or multiple works, my mailing list is notified beforehand so collectors can be ready to secure a piece at its release date.

UK deliveries

Collection from CT14 by appointment is welcome by appointment.

Otherwise UK delivery is free.

Small prints (e.g. 10" x 8") are packaged flat and I arrange delivery for you. Larger prints are wrapped in glassine paper and rolled in a sturdy art-grade postal tube and I arrange delivery for you.

I package original paintings myself using cardboard and recycled/reused bubble-wrap for protection and I arrange delivery for you.

Artwork purchased online is sent by couriered within 7-10 working days (I do not hold stock and prints are ordered on demand from a third-party supplier).

International shipping

Artwork can be shipped internationally, but may take longer to arrive depending on where you are.

You, the buyer, are responsible for paying any import duties, customs charges or taxes which are applied by the destination country. These types of charges are completely out of my control and I accept no responsibility for them.

Worldwide shipping is invoiced separately after purchase and before your artwork is shipped. If the shipping invoice is not settled in 14 days your payment for the artwork will be refunded and the sale cancelled.

Feel free to reach out with your shipping address and size for a shipping estimate prior to purchasing online (although I cannot tell you how much any customs costs might be unfortunately).

Framing

All prints are supplied unmounted and unframed. Mounts and frames are represented on this website for visual purposes only.

However, framing provides protection and make a big difference to the appearance of work.

The print itself is printed to size with a white area (1.5 cms / 0.59 inches - 2..5cm / 1 inch) around the print should you wish to put it in a mount and frame its best to have this white area. You may trim this white area off if you need it to fit the frame exactly or you can email me at contact@mariaunderwoodartist.com to request this with your order, however please allow always a 1-2mm discrepancy in the trimming process.

Returns policy

Before purchasing artwork online please take time to carefully read the listing descriptions. These are written to be as informative as possible to give you the information you need to confidently choose a piece of art for your home. If you are concerned about colour variations please check colours on different screens (colours may vary slightly in person), check sizes, lead times for delivery etc. I use a professional printing service to capture my original artworks as accurately and true-to life as possible.

All sales are final, other than in exceptional circumstances. Please contact me directly if you have any concerns.

Copyright

All copyright and reproduction rights remain the property of the artist, Maria Underwood.

Still have questions?

The process of buying prints and original artwork online can come with many questions. Hopefully most of them are answered here. But if there is anything else you would like to find out your'e welcome to email me at contact@mariaunderwoodartist.com or head over to the Contact page and send me a message. I will usually answer you within 1-2 working days and am happy to help.