Frequently Asked Questions

Are these original artworks or reproductions?

Every print in this shop is an original handmade artwork. Nothing here is a photographic or digital reproduction. Each impression is pulled by hand from a carved block or plate on antique press equipment.

What does "limited edition" mean here?

A limited edition is a fixed, declared number of impressions pulled from a single plate or matrix. once that number is reached, the block is retired and no further prints are made. Every limited edition print is signed, numbered and accompanied by a certificate of authenticity.

What is an open edition?

Open edition prints are not restricted to a set number of impressions. They are still original, handmade relief prints - not reproductions - signed by the artist. They are priced accordingly to reflect their wider availability.

Will my print look exactly like the photograph?

Close, but not identical - and that is intentional. Slight variation in ink density, registration, and impression pressure is inherent to hand-printing. These are not flaws; they are the marks of the process and part of what makes each impression a unique object.

How are prints packaged for postage?

prints are dispatched flat between acid-free tissue and rigid board, OR ROLLED for larger works in a mailing tube and shipped in a reinforced, weatherproof mailer. Rolled shipping is available on request for larger works.

Can I return a print?

Because each print is a unique handmade work, returns are accepted only where the item has been damaged in transit.
Please photograph and report any damage within 48 hours of receipt.

Do you take commissions?

Enquiries for commissioned editions - including political campaign work, union prints, benefit editions, and institutional commissions - are welcome. Use the contact form or email directly.

Purchase Notice:

• All orders require a postal address. When placing an order

• please include your full delivery address in the order notes or by direct message.

• Postage and packing charges are calculated based on destination and package size, and will be confirmed before payment is finalised.

• International orders are welcome; customs and import duties are the responsibility of the buyer.

All work is made by hand. All edition quantities are declared honestly.
If you have further questions or concerns - please call or email!

Reviews

What our customers say...

The texture and detail from the 120-year-old press bring each print to life in a way digital just can’t match.

Lara M.

Austin

Custom prints arrived beautifully packaged, and the craftsmanship is obvious—each piece feels like a work of art.

Jonas K.

Denver

★★★★★

★★★★★

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