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R Young Art
How do I place an order? - Details are given in my how to order page or contact me either by e mail or telephone.
Do you accept commissions? - Occasionally, though I'm extremely fussy and busy. It really depends upon on the subject. Details are on my commissions page.
Do you donate originals or prints to charities? - I've previously donated several prints and will certainly consider any request, especially for a good cause such as those associated with illness, animals and children.
Do you lease or loan artwork? - I would consider this on a case by case basis.
How did you get first get interested in painting? I’ve been interested in drawing and painting since I was a very, very young boy and won my first art competition aged 10. I was a prolific painter at school.
Are you a self taught Artist or do you have any formal training? I am entirely self taught since my Art A level.
Do you accept students? - I already have four, my children...
Do you exhibit? - Yes. Details are on my exhibitions page and I'll consider any proposal.
Do you allow copyright use? - Occasionally and all requests are considered on a case by case basis, so please ask along with providing full details.
Where do you get your inspiration? - From the Old Masters, live stage performances, films, TV, books, magazines, my photographer friends, the internet and life...
Can you give me advice about my artwork? - This is a common question and I try to answer all specific questions on a case by case basis, so feel free to ask, though there's no guarantee I'll be able to help...
How do you achieve such results with a knife - Luck. And the more I practice, the luckier I get. If I tell you any more this I will have to kill you, you do realize...
How can I see your artwork? - My upcoming exhibitions and galleries that have originals are listed in my representation page.
Do you create all your artwork yourself? - Yes, 100%, always.
May I use an image of your artwork? - It depends upon what for and all requests are considered in a case by case basis, so please ask along with details.
May I represent you? - It depends upon what type of representation you are able to offer, so please contact me along with details.
Where is your studio? - Unfortunately, in my home at the moment, though I'm planning to have one built as soon as I can afford it.
What guarantees do you offer? - I have an unconditional returns policy and provide a one year warranty. Full details are provided in my terms and conditions page.
Do you have a brochure, blog or newsletter? - I just don't have the time, though I update my website frequently and I answer all e mails. My website is my brochure!
Do you have a mailing list? - Not as such, though keep track of customers, companies and people who I regularly communicate with. If you wish to be kept up to date with anything, please let me know.
Who created and maintains your website? - Me, though I realize it's quite basic, as I'm an Artist not a web designer. I'm not interested in any fancy graphics, though I'd like better search engine optimization if anyone out there is willing to help me for a few free prints and some recognition...
I have a painting that is signed R Young, did you paint it? - Please send me a photo of it and I'll let you know.
Do you export? - Yes. Around half of my artwork sells outside of the UK and mostly to the USA.
What form of payment do you accept? - Bank transfer, cheque, cash, Visa, Mastercard and paypal, in that order of preference due to bank charges by my lovely, caring bank.
How long will it take to arrive? - I usually dispatch within 2 or 3 working days, though if framing is involved, or if I'm traveling at the time of order, it may take a little longer. I always advise more specifically upon receipt of an inquiry.
May I pay by installments? - Yes, and I will reserve the artwork following the initial payment.
What is your returns policy? - 14 days unconditional... Full details are provided in my terms and conditions page.
Is the artwork insured during shipment? - Yes, 100%.
How is the artwork packed? - Details are given in my how to order page.
Which postal service do you use? - The UK's Royal Mail for prints and Parcel Force for originals.
Are your prices all inclusive of taxes / VAT? - Yes, they are inclusive of all UK taxes and VAT.
Do you license the use of your artwork images? - Yes, details of my licensing Agent are listed in my representation page.
Can you produce custom sized prints? - I can do, though it may take longer to prepare it. Please contact me along with details.
Can I buy a pastel unframed? - Yes, though care is needed when handling and I discount the frame cost. Please contact me along with details.
Can I buy a stretched oil painting framed? - Yes, though postage and packing charges will increase. please contact me along with details.
Do you paint entirely using a knife? - Yes, for all new artwork. Entirely...
Do you ever allow other Artists to produce paintings for you? - No, never. Though be careful, as some Artists do.
Is your artwork copyright protected? - Yes. And I will take legal action against anyone who violates this without my prior written approval.
Do you ever reproduce artwork that has sold? - No, though occasionally I produce a second similar artwork if I am not entirely happy with one upon completion, or if I feel that a variation could be better. However, only at the same time the first is produced and not after its sale.
Are you able to print on different media? - I can do, though it may take longer to prepare it. Please contact me along with details.
Do you sign all your artwork - Yes, always.
Who really shot JFK? - I ask this question myself quite frequently. I think Jackie may have done it!
I can't find and answer to my question anywhere here or within your website? - Please contact me and ask...
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