Personally, I think starting out with open prints is better. Especially if you don't have a huge name. When it comes to actually selling limited edition prints, putting them out for events seems like the best time to do it. Say it was for a certain year's holiday, or if a big national event happened that year, that would seem like the best time to put them out. Of course, if you want to do the holiday one, making it a traditional thing with a new print each year would likely keep the excitement and interest going on for the prints. Just my opinion though.
Yes, that is a FANTASTIC idea! Holidays and following trends would be a terrific way to test the market and see how they perform. Thank you for taking the time to share your advice and thoughts on this topic! :)
I just checked a new dictionary; for "common sense in creative art" it says "See Ellen Brenneman" ;-) I have recently begun painting and sketching again after many years away and am now in the process of deciding between selling limited or open editions prints of some of my work. I was glued to your very timely discussion, Ellen. Many thanks for a simple and enlightening presentation; I now look forward to viewing more of your clips.
It sure is, Emily. When I was younger I thought success was gained by following one path but as I get older I realize it doesn't have anything do to with what society defines as success, rather how 'I' define it 😊
You are great at explaining yourself. I worked in the art world for several years, as a photographer for art galleries and artists. I also purchased some paintings and photographs both limited editions and open editions, as well as trading my work for some artist's.
Well timed! I literally just announced prints for sale today and had debated on this very topic. Ultimately I decided against limited edition for the reasons you just outlined. Thanks so much - your posts are really helpful!
I'm glad you found it helpful, Lisa! Another commenter made an excellent suggestion to perhaps try out limited editions for events and/or holidays. I think this is a great idea should you ever decide to test the market. Thanks so much for watching :)
The difference is for the buyer. Limited editions should cost more and become an investment for a future sale. I collect Charles Harper Limited and his work has continued to climb, especially since he passed. The open edition is great for the artist and is considered to be decorative. That work may, but usually not, maintain its value. I do have a few Harpers that are open, but I bought those when I was dumb and buying just to fill a space on my wall. If you have a 'hot' ticket and you can't keep enough in stock, consider transfering that print to a mug, stationary, calenders, if you have 12 different ones and t-shirts. Go ahead and get serious with your commercial merch. If museums can put Mona on a mug, so can you. There are china companies that will do small runs. I have had this done in interior design with a companies logo. There is a set up fee and generally a 24 piece minimum.
This is exactly what I needed to hear as I’m working on more detailed work and considering if I need to change how I do things with prints. Don’t want to cut off my fans from the art!
Welcome. So while I was doing errands and thinking about some of your vid, I thought of a topic I have yet to see addressed. Business banking. Separate account? And Taxes. Where to find the rules? I know there were new tax breaks signed for small businesses this past year. With art supplies and art work, how does that equate? Is there some website or govt. booklet on this? Any info would be greatly appreciated!
Thank you so much for answering this Ellen!!! I have been traveling overseas and will revisit the video again as soon as I return. I appreciate it SO so much :)
The definition of success has already been defined.... of your work is in either collections or museums the rest of you who just want to make an income from your work is not pushing art anywhere that's not already been done....just by the subject matter alone you can guess how much art history knowledge an artist has otherwise most would not paint the way they do.
Another helpful video, thank you. I like your talk on variations of "success" If I could in the future simply make a living off of my art, without serious stress, I'm entirely fine with having little disposable income ahah. Someday, someday. As an artist in today's day tho, there's so much opportunity, and so many ways to attain your success. You really do put out an impressive amount of quality work! Paying forward with knowledge and inspiration.
Ellen, you're talking here about your prints being images of something already completed: your paintings. So you have the best of both worlds already. But I've done a lot of digital art as well. With that there is no clearly defined 'original.' So I'm thinking of issuing my digitally-created art as limited editions and my photos of paintings as unrestricted prints. All giclees, of course.
Even with the digital art because I know digital photographers that do this you can set limited editions based on the size of the print. Your largest size of that print could be a limited edition of one, that would be like your "original", your medium sized prints could be like a limited edition set to a certain number, and then the smaller sized prints could be open or those are your gift prints. I know other digital artists and photographers that offer 5 sizes of each artwork and the two smallest sizes are open editions and the three largest sizes are limited editions with the largest size being the most limited. As a fine art photographer myself I am still figuring out my pricing and am leaning in going in this direction.
Hello! I have several videos that discuss prints, from what printer and paper I use to shipping; if there's anything in particular that you cannot find an answer to from watching those, do let me know and I'll try to help! 😊
Ellen Brenneman Studio thank you! I am working through all your videos! I find them so helpful! They get me thinking of how to make my dream job happen!
hi Ellen, thanks. although I still dn't see how to price my prints, I still like to watch you speak. you know there re various sizes,metal,wood,paper sometimes referred by different names,art paper,thickness in cms etc. I haven't priced my paintings yet nor prices for prints. On a website,they said I could just leave the prices for various dimentions mentioned blank and moveonto merchandising,I thought they would automatically fix the prices. But to my shock they said prints unavailable. I hv some 42 prints uploaed. I dnt wanna go back,upload again and then mention prices. My originals are priced in the range of 15,000 USD to 35 million originals . I am a seniour painter, only painting,recently digitally. large sizes like 30X 60 inches. for print purposes,quality is low. producing high quality prints upto 7.75 X 16 inches. Should I sell prints ? I dnt know.
Selling prints is such a personal decision, especially if an artist is selling originals for a good deal of money. If originals are priced at $15,000+ ask yourself if your buyers would be upset if they saw prints of their investment. Maybe ask what their thoughts are?
Hi there! Personally I think that might be a bit tricky. If you have limited edition prints being offered, the customers who purchase them are expecting to receive one of a selected amount of that design. If other sizes are offered, I'd think it would lower the value of the limited edition size and may upset those buyers. Perhaps someone else who has experienced this can offer input as well. Thank you for your question! 😊
Hi! I just found you and love your work!! I would love to hear more advice to artists early in their career (like late in life - early career). Thanks!!!
That is a really cool panther!!! What do you do to make your paint vibrant? in lights and darks how do make the lights actually like luminous? I can't do that, is it because I'm using beginners paint like Liquitex Basics?
Ellen Brenneman Studio Thank you for responding. I have use oils and acrylics but never even new there was anything like ink much less used them, and I have only use canvas. I have so much to learn. You are not only a good teacher but an inspiration!!! 🙂👍
Pat. I do not mat my prints, because customers tend to know what colors they want in their home better than I. You could offer to mat for customers as an option. Hope this was helpful!
When I sell my open edition prints I simply add in my listing that they are hand-signed, and printed on archival, matte paper. I do not offer any certificate of authenticity. I have, however, started adding in my listings that my prints are authentic ONLY when purchased by Ellen Brenneman Studio.
Thank you for the help. Do you have a video showing what you put with or on your work? I’ve been attaching my artist statement, but I’m not thrilled with it. I think another artist puts in something about retaining the rights to the media. What do you do?
@@mrsstew5 I include an insert with all originals addressing the buyer, stating the title, and giving advice on the best ways to display my work to retain its longevity. When I list my work for sale online I state "Copyright non-transferable with sale' :)
What I offer is only limited to where my imagination takes me. The only grey area might be: If I were under contract with a gallery, if I were creating commissions for businesses or if I were working on a commission piece of art where the reference photo belonged to my client. 😊
Hi there I’m going through watching all of your videos very educational thank you so much for taking the time to educate other artists I’m just starting out not understanding some rules and regulations are you able to print a piece of your art if you have sold the original ?? Thank you very much hello from New Zealand about to start up a Facebook page marketing I’d also like to know about licensing art
I wish that I could find someone to create a good quality print for me. So far it has been a fail every try and I am amazed at the other artists that are able to achieve this. Any advice on how to find the right people to do it for you? Some of my paintings are really big and that is an issue too. The people that say they do giclee end up not really doing giclee in my experience. Most of them don't even know what it is. They are just trying to fool you into giving them giclee money though :-) Thank you for sharing.
I think that is one of the hardest things to accomplish. I have had great success with Finerworks.com but it's important to order their calibration sheet so that you can match your monitor's colors with their printers and for added insurance, order the smallest print you're comfortable with. They have many different paper types and are geared toward the professional artist. I hope this helps, Barb!
that is a good question, and hopefully other artists will share their thoughts on this. Personally, I rarely offer LE prints, and when I do, I base my decision on a feeling - not very helpful, I know.
Hi, thanks so much for your channel. I just found out about it from watching a video by Chelsea Anya Art. I love your description of success as an artist. My question is can you really make a living selling open art prints? Or is it more of a secondary income? I have been told over and over that I need to find a way to “monetize” my art. I just don’t know how since most of it is digital drawings.
Thank you for finding me, Nikki! There are people here on TH-cam who claim to be able to make a living selling art solely on Etsy but whether it's by selling prints only I'm not sure. For me, I cannot do it. I have many things bringing in income and it's a combination of all those things that allow me to create full time. I do believe there are ways to monetize your art through your digital work! It's all about finding your target market (which, I know, is easier said than done).
Hi Ellen, Can you tell me what scanner you use please? At this point I have a photographer scan my art for me and think i should do it for myself. Also, I'm not leaving my house :) Hope you are safe and well! Thanks!!
Hi, Claudia :) I use a 3 in 1 printer by Canon. I've had a couple over the course of 10 years or so and the scanners are pretty much all the same, with a 9x12 scan space. And they're inexpensive, too 👍🏼
I'm trying to find a good company that can produce prints from my artwork. I've heard there are companies that will print your work and actually mail the print for you to the customer in the quantity that they order. I've been doing searches on Google but haven't yet found a printer that does this. Ellen, do you have any suggestions or any links you can post. Thanks.
Anthony Johnson as a matter of fact I have two such companies that I’ve used and have had good experiences with. Finerworks.com and Lumaprints.com both do fine work and they drop-ship directly to your customer. Both companies have very good customer service as well. This is an excellent alternative to carrying inventory. Best of luck and thank you for a great question!
Yes....Lumaprints...that was the one I read about last year. Thank you!!! I'll check the other one as well. I don't know why these were so hard to find. No Google search brought them up... Thanks Ellen!
Hi Ellen... Do they offer samples to the artist for approval to be sure that the proper color range on each print run is accurate and close to the original. Do you have to supply them with the digital file initially and do you include the color profile with the file from the software you use? I use a local digital printer, a small company within an hour and a half from me who offers a copy to be sure we are both on the same page. I have done both lithographs and photo prints from various local companies also, a much higher quality but you have to pay for the entire print run up front. Also, you have to take the originals for them to process from. That was many years ago when I was painting traditionally. Now I've pretty much gone digital and use that small company to handle anything else I do. Good video, thanks.
Hi, John - some places will offer samples and on different types of paper. I have noticed, for example, that I can have the exact same print come out different in color depending on what paper is used. Even if a company doesn't offer samples, purchasing singles outright is an option and I choose the smallest print they offer to keep costs further down. I do supply them with the digital file and the companies I've used tell me what color profile they require, along with every other spec they need. Thanks so much for your comment!
The benefit of limited edition prints is that it makes you create new art...just because one print sells well, shouldn't be a deterrent to selling them as a limited edition. It helps to cycle through your artwork especially if you do shows--no one wants to come back to your booth and see the same stuff year after year. An artist that has fresh stuff at their booth, is an artist worth watching because it shows a maturation. Also, if your prints are in demand and you sell out of them, then it encourages secondary markets--your prints being sold between 2 people instead of you selling them--which helps to validate the value and/or increase in value. Just thoughts from what works in my own experience. Great vids!!
What if i paint something and if i want to sell it...and more customers want that painting...so with that one what can i do?....what should i do?does i have to paint another one...or i have to print it with what..??????
Thanks for your question! Unless you have agreed otherwise (through commission work, or through an agreement between you and the painting's new owner), you own the rights to your work and can do whatever you choose with the original.
@@EllenBrennemanStudio thanks for your reply! That means even after someone bought a painting the artist can still making money by printing from a photograph of the sold artwork???!!
@@fotolookconde absolutely! I've been doing this my whole art career. Now, you will find that artists are divided on this subject; some say that offering prints devalues the original art and refuse to sell prints because they want their work to be more exclusive. Other artists want their art to be accessible to as many people as possible because not everyone can afford an original painting. It's all based on personal preference :)
That is what I do with my work, yes 😊 Every artist is different though and some prefer to sell just original works or originals along with select numbered edition prints. Whatever feels right to you!
@@montycarlo8387 No Carl, you the artist OWN the copyright to any image you create regardless of whether you have sold the original to someone else. They may own the physical object but you the artist own the copyright to your image and can continue to sell prints if you wish UNLESS you have specifically sold the copyright to a publisher for example.
Probably the best explanation on TH-cam ❤
Personally, I think starting out with open prints is better. Especially if you don't have a huge name. When it comes to actually selling limited edition prints, putting them out for events seems like the best time to do it. Say it was for a certain year's holiday, or if a big national event happened that year, that would seem like the best time to put them out. Of course, if you want to do the holiday one, making it a traditional thing with a new print each year would likely keep the excitement and interest going on for the prints. Just my opinion though.
Yes, that is a FANTASTIC idea! Holidays and following trends would be a terrific way to test the market and see how they perform. Thank you for taking the time to share your advice and thoughts on this topic! :)
I just checked a new dictionary; for "common sense in creative art" it says "See Ellen Brenneman" ;-) I have recently begun painting and sketching again after many years away and am now in the process of deciding between selling limited or open editions prints of some of my work. I was glued to your very timely discussion, Ellen. Many thanks for a simple and enlightening presentation; I now look forward to viewing more of your clips.
You are very kind, thank you! ☺️
Well said, asking people to think about what “success” means for them. That really is the crux of the question.
It sure is, Emily. When I was younger I thought success was gained by following one path but as I get older I realize it doesn't have anything do to with what society defines as success, rather how 'I' define it 😊
You are great at explaining yourself. I worked in the art world for several years, as a photographer for art galleries and artists. I also purchased some paintings and photographs both limited editions and open editions, as well as trading my work for some artist's.
Thank you, I appreciate your comment very much :)
Well timed! I literally just announced prints for sale today and had debated on this very topic. Ultimately I decided against limited edition for the reasons you just outlined. Thanks so much - your posts are really helpful!
I'm glad you found it helpful, Lisa! Another commenter made an excellent suggestion to perhaps try out limited editions for events and/or holidays. I think this is a great idea should you ever decide to test the market. Thanks so much for watching :)
The difference is for the buyer. Limited editions should cost more and become an investment for a future sale. I collect Charles Harper Limited and his work has continued to climb, especially since he passed.
The open edition is great for the artist and is considered to be decorative. That work may, but usually not, maintain its value. I do have a few Harpers that are open, but I bought those when I was dumb and buying just to fill a space on my wall.
If you have a 'hot' ticket and you can't keep enough in stock, consider transfering that print to a mug, stationary, calenders, if you have 12 different ones and t-shirts.
Go ahead and get serious with your commercial merch. If museums can put Mona on a mug, so can you. There are china companies that will do small runs. I have had this done in interior design with a companies logo. There is a set up fee and generally a 24 piece minimum.
This is exactly what I needed to hear as I’m working on more detailed work and considering if I need to change how I do things with prints. Don’t want to cut off my fans from the art!
You have gone to my top five You Tube artist/instructors.
So much good thoughtful insight and information.
Beverly Aten thank you!
Welcome. So while I was doing errands and thinking about some of your vid, I thought of a topic I have yet to see addressed. Business banking. Separate account? And Taxes. Where to find the rules? I know there were new tax breaks signed for small businesses this past year. With art supplies and art work, how does that equate? Is there some website or govt. booklet on this? Any info would be greatly appreciated!
Thank you so much for answering this Ellen!!! I have been traveling overseas and will revisit the video again as soon as I return. I appreciate it SO so much :)
As always, great topic, great information!!
Thank you, I appreciate your very good advice.
The definition of success has already been defined.... of your work is in either collections or museums the rest of you who just want to make an income from your work is not pushing art anywhere that's not already been done....just by the subject matter alone you can guess how much art history knowledge an artist has otherwise most would not paint the way they do.
Thanks Ellen. So far I like your videos and I am looking forward to view more of them!!!
You are wonderful! Thank you for sharing your experience and wisdom!
Another helpful video, thank you. I like your talk on variations of "success"
If I could in the future simply make a living off of my art, without serious stress, I'm entirely fine with having little disposable income ahah. Someday, someday. As an artist in today's day tho, there's so much opportunity, and so many ways to attain your success.
You really do put out an impressive amount of quality work! Paying forward with knowledge and inspiration.
Ellen, you're talking here about your prints being images of something already completed: your paintings. So you have the best of both worlds already. But I've done a lot of digital art as well. With that there is no clearly defined 'original.' So I'm thinking of issuing my digitally-created art as limited editions and my photos of paintings as unrestricted prints. All giclees, of course.
Even with the digital art because I know digital photographers that do this you can set limited editions based on the size of the print. Your largest size of that print could be a limited edition of one, that would be like your "original", your medium sized prints could be like a limited edition set to a certain number, and then the smaller sized prints could be open or those are your gift prints. I know other digital artists and photographers that offer 5 sizes of each artwork and the two smallest sizes are open editions and the three largest sizes are limited editions with the largest size being the most limited. As a fine art photographer myself I am still figuring out my pricing and am leaning in going in this direction.
Super helpful. Thanks!
Nice food for consideration
I am making these decisions right now
You think a lot like my dad, who's certainly more in tune with art then I some times. I enjoyed this commentary on open edition vs limited edition.
Thank you for your comment, Keegan! 😊
Thank you Ellen . Wonderful advice!
Ellen, I love your videos! I know you print your own prints. Would you please do a video on making prints?
Hello! I have several videos that discuss prints, from what printer and paper I use to shipping; if there's anything in particular that you cannot find an answer to from watching those, do let me know and I'll try to help! 😊
Ellen Brenneman Studio thank you! I am working through all your videos! I find them so helpful! They get me thinking of how to make my dream job happen!
hi Ellen, thanks. although I still dn't see how to price my prints, I still like to watch you speak. you know there re various sizes,metal,wood,paper sometimes referred by different names,art paper,thickness in cms etc. I haven't priced my paintings yet nor prices for prints. On a website,they said I could just leave the prices for various dimentions mentioned blank and moveonto merchandising,I thought they would automatically fix the prices. But to my shock they said prints unavailable. I hv some 42 prints uploaed. I dnt wanna go back,upload again and then mention prices. My originals are priced in the range of 15,000 USD to 35 million originals . I am a seniour painter, only painting,recently digitally. large sizes like 30X 60 inches. for print purposes,quality is low. producing high quality prints upto 7.75 X 16 inches.
Should I sell prints ? I dnt know.
Selling prints is such a personal decision, especially if an artist is selling originals for a good deal of money. If originals are priced at $15,000+ ask yourself if your buyers would be upset if they saw prints of their investment. Maybe ask what their thoughts are?
Hi Ellen, do you know if i can still make prints at different sizes beyond what i have specified as a limited edition? Thank you
Hi there! Personally I think that might be a bit tricky. If you have limited edition prints being offered, the customers who purchase them are expecting to receive one of a selected amount of that design. If other sizes are offered, I'd think it would lower the value of the limited edition size and may upset those buyers. Perhaps someone else who has experienced this can offer input as well. Thank you for your question! 😊
@EllenBrennemanStudio thank you for your reply Ellen!
Hi! I just found you and love your work!! I would love to hear more advice to artists early in their career (like late in life - early career). Thanks!!!
PJ Martin welcome! I will most definitely be adding more videos like these and I’m glad you’re finding them helpful :-)
That is a really cool panther!!! What do you do to make your paint vibrant? in lights and darks how do make the lights actually like luminous? I can't do that, is it because I'm using beginners paint like Liquitex Basics?
I use acrylic and India inks on Yupo paper :)
Ellen Brenneman Studio Thank you for responding. I have use oils and acrylics but never even new there was anything like ink much less used them, and I have only use canvas.
I have so much to learn. You are not only a good teacher but an inspiration!!! 🙂👍
You're so pretty. Rockin it.
Is it better to mat your prints? Or just put them in a clear sleeve? What do u do. I am just starting to sell my prints.
Pat. I do not mat my prints, because customers tend to know what colors they want in their home better than I. You could offer to mat for customers as an option. Hope this was helpful!
Good advice. Success too yoo.
thank you very much! :)
Did you say the open edition also includes something about authenticity?
When I sell my open edition prints I simply add in my listing that they are hand-signed, and printed on archival, matte paper. I do not offer any certificate of authenticity. I have, however, started adding in my listings that my prints are authentic ONLY when purchased by Ellen Brenneman Studio.
Thank you for the help. Do you have a video showing what you put with or on your work? I’ve been attaching my artist statement, but I’m not thrilled with it. I think another artist puts in something about retaining the rights to the media. What do you do?
@@mrsstew5 I include an insert with all originals addressing the buyer, stating the title, and giving advice on the best ways to display my work to retain its longevity. When I list my work for sale online I state "Copyright non-transferable with sale' :)
I am overwhelmed with how much help you are giving. Do you have a favorite printer for larger pieces? What do you use to print the smaller ones?
@@mrsstew5 I recommend my video where I share answers to all of my printing questions: th-cam.com/video/8DIVpbZH_Kw/w-d-xo.html
thank you Ellen - its the 3 time I am watching this :)
So glad you're finding it helpful! :)
Hi beautiful art, what paper you use to print your art work? Is it a specific brand?
Thank you
Hi! I use Lexjet archival matte paper :)
Ellen can you recommend vendors who produce art prints?
Hi, Mary! I recommend FinerWorks for an outside printing source. I have been using them for over 5 years and they consistently give good service.
Can you do a different series of prints of an artwork in a different size than a limited edition series of prints of the same work?
What I offer is only limited to where my imagination takes me. The only grey area might be: If I were under contract with a gallery, if I were creating commissions for businesses or if I were working on a commission piece of art where the reference photo belonged to my client. 😊
Hi there I’m going through watching all of your videos very educational thank you so much for taking the time to educate other artists I’m just starting out not understanding some rules and regulations are you able to print a piece of your art if you have sold the original ?? Thank you very much hello from New Zealand about to start up a Facebook page marketing I’d also like to know about licensing art
The person who owns the original has the pleasure of owning it. The artist always retains the right to reproduce unless she has sold the rights.
What is a guide line for printing prints?
I wish that I could find someone to create a good quality print for me. So far it has been a fail every try and I am amazed at the other artists that are able to achieve this. Any advice on how to find the right people to do it for you? Some of my paintings are really big and that is an issue too. The people that say they do giclee end up not really doing giclee in my experience. Most of them don't even know what it is. They are just trying to fool you into giving them giclee money though :-) Thank you for sharing.
I think that is one of the hardest things to accomplish. I have had great success with Finerworks.com but it's important to order their calibration sheet so that you can match your monitor's colors with their printers and for added insurance, order the smallest print you're comfortable with. They have many different paper types and are geared toward the professional artist. I hope this helps, Barb!
@@EllenBrennemanStudio It totally helps. Thank you! Love your vids :-)
How does an artist decide which print is open vs limited edition. Is it based on the time the artist put in? Quality? Not your best work?
that is a good question, and hopefully other artists will share their thoughts on this. Personally, I rarely offer LE prints, and when I do, I base my decision on a feeling - not very helpful, I know.
Hi, thanks so much for your channel. I just found out about it from watching a video by Chelsea Anya Art. I love your description of success as an artist. My question is can you really make a living selling open art prints? Or is it more of a secondary income? I have been told over and over that I need to find a way to “monetize” my art. I just don’t know how since most of it is digital drawings.
Thank you for finding me, Nikki! There are people here on TH-cam who claim to be able to make a living selling art solely on Etsy but whether it's by selling prints only I'm not sure. For me, I cannot do it. I have many things bringing in income and it's a combination of all those things that allow me to create full time. I do believe there are ways to monetize your art through your digital work! It's all about finding your target market (which, I know, is easier said than done).
Can you use high quality print on open editions?
I have always been under the mindset that when it comes to your own art, you can offer whatever you'd like - just price accordingly.
Hi Ellen ! I have a question ... why sell print and do not sell originals. Or sell both ... ?
Margely, I'm sorry I'm late in responding - I wasn't notified of your comment 😕 I sell both my originals and prints of my work 😊
Hi Ellen, Can you tell me what scanner you use please? At this point I have a photographer scan my art for me and think i should do it for myself. Also, I'm not leaving my house :) Hope you are safe and well! Thanks!!
Hi, Claudia :) I use a 3 in 1 printer by Canon. I've had a couple over the course of 10 years or so and the scanners are pretty much all the same, with a 9x12 scan space. And they're inexpensive, too 👍🏼
@@EllenBrennemanStudio Thank you so much! Take care!
I'm trying to find a good company that can produce prints from my artwork. I've heard there are companies that will print your work and actually mail the print for you to the customer in the quantity that they order. I've been doing searches on Google but haven't yet found a printer that does this. Ellen, do you have any suggestions or any links you can post. Thanks.
Anthony Johnson as a matter of fact I have two such companies that I’ve used and have had good experiences with. Finerworks.com and Lumaprints.com both do fine work and they drop-ship directly to your customer. Both companies have very good customer service as well. This is an excellent alternative to carrying inventory. Best of luck and thank you for a great question!
Yes....Lumaprints...that was the one I read about last year. Thank you!!! I'll check the other one as well. I don't know why these were so hard to find. No Google search brought them up... Thanks Ellen!
Hi Ellen... Do they offer samples to the artist for approval to be sure that the proper color range on each print run is accurate and close to the original. Do you have to supply them with the digital file initially and do you include the color profile with the file from the software you use? I use a local digital printer, a small company within an hour and a half from me who offers a copy to be sure we are both on the same page. I have done both lithographs and photo prints from various local companies also, a much higher quality but you have to pay for the entire print run up front. Also, you have to take the originals for them to process from. That was many years ago when I was painting traditionally. Now I've pretty much gone digital and use that small company to handle anything else I do. Good video, thanks.
Hi, John - some places will offer samples and on different types of paper. I have noticed, for example, that I can have the exact same print come out different in color depending on what paper is used. Even if a company doesn't offer samples, purchasing singles outright is an option and I choose the smallest print they offer to keep costs further down. I do supply them with the digital file and the companies I've used tell me what color profile they require, along with every other spec they need. Thanks so much for your comment!
Thanks Ellen. I just subscribed, looking forward to more of your videos.
The benefit of limited edition prints is that it makes you create new art...just because one print sells well, shouldn't be a deterrent to selling them as a limited edition. It helps to cycle through your artwork especially if you do shows--no one wants to come back to your booth and see the same stuff year after year. An artist that has fresh stuff at their booth, is an artist worth watching because it shows a maturation. Also, if your prints are in demand and you sell out of them, then it encourages secondary markets--your prints being sold between 2 people instead of you selling them--which helps to validate the value and/or increase in value. Just thoughts from what works in my own experience. Great vids!!
Sean, thank you so much for contributing to this conversation by sharing your experiences with limited edition prints; so greatly appreciated!
Curious how were you marketing the limited edition prints?
Mostly at the art fairs I attended, and through auctions :)
What if i paint something and if i want to sell it...and more customers want that painting...so with that one what can i do?....what should i do?does i have to paint another one...or i have to print it with what..??????
I have a question: After selling a painting is it legal to keep selling prints of it?
Thanks for your question! Unless you have agreed otherwise (through commission work, or through an agreement between you and the painting's new owner), you own the rights to your work and can do whatever you choose with the original.
@@EllenBrennemanStudio thanks for your reply! That means even after someone bought a painting the artist can still making money by printing from a photograph of the sold artwork???!!
@@fotolookconde absolutely! I've been doing this my whole art career. Now, you will find that artists are divided on this subject; some say that offering prints devalues the original art and refuse to sell prints because they want their work to be more exclusive. Other artists want their art to be accessible to as many people as possible because not everyone can afford an original painting. It's all based on personal preference :)
@@EllenBrennemanStudio you couldn't be more clear! Thank you so much! Best of success to you!
Thank you for sharing...
Project Mustard Seed you are most welcome! 😊
Great
So once you sell the original piece, can you still sell the prints of that original piece?
That is what I do with my work, yes 😊 Every artist is different though and some prefer to sell just original works or originals along with select numbered edition prints. Whatever feels right to you!
Oohok so would you have to Get the buyers consent to keep selling ?
@@montycarlo8387 No Carl, you the artist OWN the copyright to any image you create regardless of whether you have sold the original to someone else. They may own the physical object but you the artist own the copyright to your image and can continue to sell prints if you wish UNLESS you have specifically sold the copyright to a publisher for example.
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Thank you!