JensArt® — Jennifer Vranes

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Questions & Answers

Have a question about a painting, a commission or a giclée art print? The studio answers every inquiry personally.

Original paintings

Are your paintings originals?
Yes. Every original is painted by me in thick acrylic with a palette knife, a technique I call Textures of Life™. Aspen trunks and flower petals can actually rise off the canvas, so no two paintings are alike.
Is a painting still available, and what does it cost?
Write to the studio about any painting you love, and I'll let you know if it's available and the price.
Do your paintings need a frame?
No. I paint the sides of the canvas as part of the piece, so it's ready to hang without a conventional frame.

Giclée art prints

What is a hand-embellished giclée?
Each giclée starts with a professional, high-resolution scan of my original painting. It's printed on premium canvas and stretched around heavy-duty stretcher bars, with the scene continuing around the sides. Then I add generous layers of paint by palette knife, so every print has its own texture and character.
Are giclées limited editions?
Yes. Every giclée is signed and numbered, and each edition is limited to 50 plus 10 Artist Proofs.
What sizes are available?
Each painting on the Giclée Art Prints page lists its standard sizes. Sizes can also be customized, and a scene can become a diptych or triptych across two or three canvases. Write to the studio to talk about your space.
Do giclées come framed?
My giclées are printed on canvas and gallery-stretched, so the image wraps around the sides as a continuation of the painting. They're lovely hung frameless, just like my originals, and a frame is available on request.

Commissions

Can you paint something just for my wall?
Yes, and most of my work is commissioned. Send me the painting that caught your eye and a photo of your wall or room. Custom sizes and colors are normal, and I can suggest ideas if you're not sure yet.
How does a commission work?
We talk through size, colors and composition together. A deposit of half the commission price starts the work, and the balance is due before shipping. When it's finished, I send you photos for approval.
How long does a commission take?
Studio time is usually about four to eight weeks, depending on size and my schedule.

Shipping

How do paintings ship?
Originals and giclées ship securely with tracking. They come wired and packed for safe transit, ready to hang. Local delivery can be arranged when appropriate.
Do you ship internationally?
Yes. Write to the studio and we'll work out the details for your location.

Returns

Can I return a painting?
I don't take returns, but I want you to love your painting. If it isn't right, we can talk about trading it for another piece. For commissions, I send photos and videos before it ships so we get it right together.

Hanging and care

How do I hang my painting?
Every painting and giclée arrives wired and ready to hang, with no frame needed.
How should I care for my painting?
Dust it gently with a lightly damp cloth, and keep it out of direct sunlight.

Paint

What paint do you use?
I paint with DabblePaints, my own brand of professional heavy-body acrylics made for thick palette-knife work. You can find them at the Dabble Store.

Classes

Do you teach classes?
Yes. Through Let’s Dabble, I teach online painting classes so you can paint along with me from home. You can find classes at Let’s Dabble.

Contacting Jen

How do I reach you?
Use the form on the Contact page. I read and answer every message personally.
I'm a gallery or designer. Who do I contact?
Galleries, dealers and designers are welcome to write to the studio. Trade inquiries, availability lists and shipping details are available on request.

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