How to Safely Package and Ship Your Canvas Art as a Small Business | Step-by-Step Guide for Artists

How to Safely Package and Ship Your Canvas Art as a Small Business

In this video, I walk you through the essential steps to safely package and ship your canvas art—whether you're a small business owner, artist, or beginner shipping paintings locally or internationally. If you're an artist preparing to send your artwork to galleries or art collectors, this step-by-step guide will help ensure your canvas arrives undamaged and professionally packaged.

You'll learn the best practices for protecting your canvas during transit, including choosing the right materials like bubble wrap, corner protectors, and sturdy shipping boxes. Additionally, you'll discover tips for securing your painting for international shipping, minimising the risk of damage, and avoiding common shipping mistakes. Whether you’re shipping to a local gallery or sending canvas artwork overseas, packaging your art securely is essential for maintaining a positive reputation as a professional artist.

This video is perfect for beginner artists, small businesses, and anyone involved in shipping fine art. By the end, you'll have all the knowledge and tools to ensure your artwork is delivered safely and professionally every time. A future video will cover how to measure your artwork correctly and select the right box sizes for efficient packing. Please subscribe for more videos, as my upcoming guide will include advice on selecting the best shipping carriers, understanding shipping costs, and utilising insurance for valuable artworks.

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Timestamps

00:00 How to package and ship canvas
00:39 Supplies and materials
02:47 Step 1 - Signature, varnish and stamp
04:32 Step 2 - Glassine paper
07:28 Add Business and thank you cards and gift
08:42 Step 3 - Bubblewrap
10:29 Step 4 - Tissue paper
11:43 Step 5 - Parcel paper
14:18 Cardboard corner protectors
14:53 Boxing, fragile tape and postage label
15:45 Finish


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