Commissioning Sword, 12"x24" Original Framed Oil Painting
Commissioning Sword, 12"x24" Original Framed Oil Painting
12”x24” Commissioning Sword
This painting is part of the “Spring on the Yard” collection, completed in 2020. Springtime at the Naval Academy is a celebratory time, marked by the events most pined for by midshipmen and families. A sense of victory fills the air as the efforts of a tough year of work are realized.
This series was painted during the COVID-19 uncertainties, which resulted in the most treasured Naval Academy moments to be canceled or rescheduled. What I intended to be a joyful series of work turned into one much more complicated feelings, as current midshipmen dealt with the realities of missing these events.
Whether these paintings bring up your own memories, or fill in the gaps of memories you did not quite get to have, I hope you can find yourselves in their stories.
This painting makes up part one of a two part series. Part one talks about springtime, Ring Dance, Croquet, the Blue Angels, and some of graduation. Part two will continue into graduation, as well as Sea Trials, Herndon, and still lifes.
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Shipping
Oil paintings take a very long time to dry, so it may be necessary to add an additional couple of weeks for shipping if the paintings are not done drying at the time of purchase.
All originals are wrapped in protective paper and plastic and shipped in a sturdy bao with PLENTY of padding. Shipping rates vary by size. I ship via USPS, FedEx, or UPS, and work arrives 3-5 days from ship date.
Work larger than 48" on one side can either be shipped via freight or unstretched with stretcher bars included in the box for a lower rate (stretching can be done at your local framer for approximately $100-200).
Shipping costs are a flat $5 rate no matter the order size.
Florida Tax Note
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International
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Caring for your painting
Your painting is forever!
I take great care to ensure best practices for producing a permanent painting, including careful attention to long-lasting mediums and lightfast colors. I primarily paint with Gamblin and Williamsburg Oil Colors, both excellent quality and long-lasting.
I offer complimentary varnishing and use Gamvar by Gamblin, which is removable with proper solvents and protects the painting from dirt and damage. With these protocols in place, your painting will last.
Lightfast pigments are advertised to even be able to withstand direct sunlight, however, it’s generally advised to minimize harsh sunlight as much as possible.
