shipping of pastels

Packing: I carefully pack all my paintings.

First they are mounted on a 3/16" or heavier foam core board that is approx. 2" all around the artwork.
The artwork is then secured with acid free tape on 4 corners to the board.
Then glassine paper (a smooth surfaced clear paper that does does not act as a magnet for the pastel particles) is taped securely on all sides.
Another foam core board the same size as the first one is placed over this and taped tightly, sandwiching the painting between the foam core board to prevent it from shifting and smearing.
This is then placed into a padded packing envelope that is slightly larger than the foam core. Along with the painting I include thorough matting and framing instructions.


Shipping: I always ship the painting using Priority Mail with the USPS. I have shipped over 100 paintings in the last year and they have all arrived safely.