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Ordering Artworks

Ordering Artworks

I treat photography as an artistic process thus the reason I use the term Artworks as opposed to 'prints'.

On several occasions in the past, I have ventured into setting up galleries and print options using third-party and, at times, expensive accounts with printing concerns online. With a varied level of success with each attempt, I am now testing the waters before once again adopting a fully automated system. This, in turn, also allows me to keep costs down, given I do not have platform fees, etc, to concern myself with. With this in mind, I am focusing more on selling artwork beyond the standard paper or canvas print options. If you haven't already seen imagery that has been sublimation printed to aluminum, then you are definitely missing out. Apart from the incredible rendition and rich colors, this process provides there are numerous other benefits associated with artwork presented on aluminum as opposed to other mediums. These include:

  • Aluminum artwork does not fade, tear or deteriorate
  • Aluminum artwork can be hung in an outdoor environment
  • Aluminum artwork can be cleaned of fingerprints or other residues with a cloth and most light-cleaning detergents
  • Aluminum artwork has a much longer life expectancy numbering in decades as opposed to years
  • Aluminum artwork is an investment. What price can be put on those golden family moments encapsulated in an image? Most of them are priceless!

How to Browse Artworks

In the portfolio, you will see a number of categories illustrated each with an example image. Click on that image to gain access to that category. Once there you will find all of the currently available artwork available for prints displayed on the page or pages linked from that location. These categories are continually evolving, with new artwork added intermittently, so ensure to come back and check them out over time.

Browsing Artwork in Categories

Two locations on each artwork will allow you to mouse click. One is by hovering over the image. This will result in the emergence of a circle icon with opposing arrows. You will see a larger version of that image with no further details by clicking on that. Click the white area around that artwork to return to the category listing. To get further details of that artwork, click on the title of the piece in question. This will take you to a page with more information about that particular piece. If, at that time, you would like to see a full-screen rendition of that artwork, then click on the circular icon found in the top right-hand corner of the page on which that artwork is displayed. Click a second time to return to that artwork information page.

Ordering Aluminum Artwork

You will need to note the name of the piece you are interested in and select the size from the options below. Prices for these sizes are displayed. Then all I ask is that you reach out and contact me via the contacts page with those and your shipping details, and I will then set in motion the ordering process. Please see below the sizing and pricing options for shipping and associated costs.

Sizes and Pricing

All artwork is available in the following sizes and costs. Unless otherwise requested, all prints will have a clear glossy finish and a 3/4-inch floating mount to allow for a professional-looking aesthetic once mounted. Please note, these prices do not include shipping. Please see the shipping information lower on this page.

  • 16 x 24 inches - 40 x 60cm = $230
  • 20 x 24 inches - 50 x 60cm = $245
  • 20 x 30 inches - 50 x 75cm = $290
  • 20 x 40 inches - 50 x 100cm = $420
  • 24 x 30 inches - 60 x 75cm = $355
  • 24 x 36 inches - 60 x 90cm = $395
  • 30 x 40 inches - 75 x 100cm = $550
  • 30 x 45 inches - 75 x 112.5cm = $775
  • 30 x 60 inches - 75 x 150cm = $870
  • 40 x 60 inches - 100 x 150cm = $995

Please Note: Custom-size artworks are also available and can be discussed without obligation. Just reach out and contact me at your leisure. I shoot with some of the most powerful DSLR technologies available with enough resolution to fill advertising billboards. If your walls are bigger than that then I would look to shoot in medium format as required.

Shipping of Metal Artworks

*Free shipping is offered for all orders made within the continental United States. The “continental United States” definition includes the 48 contiguous states but not Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, and the other U.S. territories.

For any serving military personnel, there is the option for shipping via APO / AFO as follows per artwork size

  • 16 x 24 inches - 40 x 60cm = $230 + $95
  • 20 x 24 inches - 50 x 60cm = $245 + $95
  • 20 x 30 inches - 50 x 75cm = $290 + $95
  • 20 x 40 inches - 50 x 100cm = $420 + $116
  • 24 x 30 inches - 60 x 75cm = $355 + $92
  • 24 x 36 inches - 60 x 90cm = $395 + $215
  • 30 x 40 inches - 75 x 100cm = $550 + $215
  • *30 x 45 inches - 75 x 112.5cm = $775 + $310
  • *30 x 60 inches - 75 x 150cm = $870 + $460
  • *40 x 60 inches - 100 x 150cm = $995 + $460

*Given the resolution and weight of these larger artworks they are excluded from the free shipping option. Below are listed the ground rate fees for delivery within the continental United States as outlined above.

Ground Rate Shipping Within Continental United States

  • 30 x 45 inches - 75 x 112.5cm = $775 + $92
  • 30 x 60 inches - 75 x 150cm = $870 + $335
  • 40 x 60 inches - 100 x 150cm = $995 + $350

Acrylic Artworks

If you prefer standard acrylic artwork options, then all and any image you find of mine that you wish to receive in printed form on acrylic paper, you may choose from the following sizes and prices. All prices are for the artwork alone. All prices are in US$

  • 8" x 8" - 20cm x 20cm = $88.50
  • 8" x 10" - 20cm x 25cm = $94.50
  • 8" x 12" - 20cm x 30cm = $97.50
  • 10" x 20" - 25cm x 50cm = $135.50
  • 11" x 14" - 27.5cm x 35cm = $121.50
  • 12" x 12" - 30cm x 30cm = $117.50
  • 12" x 18" - 30cm x 45cm = $147.50
  • 12" x 24" - 30cm x 60cm = $160.50
  • 16" x 16" - 40cm x 40cm = $197.00
  • 16" x 20" - 40cm x 50cm = $203.00
  • 16" x 24" - 40cm x 60cm = $220.00
  • 20" x 20" - 50cm x 50cm = $222.00
  • 20" x 24" - 50cm x 60cm = $248.00
  • 20" x 30" - 50cm x 75cm = $279.00
  • 24" x 36" - 60cm x 90cm = $370.00
  • 30" x 30" - 75cm x 75cm = $375.00
  • 30" x 40" - 75cm x 100cm = $503.00
  • 40" x 60" - 100cm x 150cm = $931.00

Mount Options for Acrylic Artworks

If you want to frame and mount the artwork yourself, the above rates are comprehensive. If however, you wish to look at additional mounting options, they range from the selection listed below. Please get in touch with me for pricing depending on the artwork size you desire.

  • 3/4" Float Mount
  • 3/16" Float Mount
  • 1 5/16" Metal Insert Frame
  • 3/4" Metal Posts

Shipping Costs for Acrylic Artworks

Shipping rates will apply depending on the size of the artwork ordered and can only be calculated to your location at the time of ordering.

Everyday Care Of Your Metal Artwork

For handling to ensure longevity, I suggest using cotton gloves or powder-free rubber gloves. You can clean your artwork with a Micro Fiber cloth by itself or with window cleaner, LCD panel cleaner, Simple Green, etc. If there is a particularly stubborn sticky stain, you can use a product like Goof Off.

For hanging, make certain you use a sturdy hanging system, although aluminum metal artwork does not weigh very much.

Even though the artwork's surface is mostly scratch resistant, the edges and corners can either ding or chip. So, please ensure to carry it carefully and not drop or bang it around.

Digital Files

If people prefer to do their own printing, I can send a print-ready digital file. This will be at 300dpi and full resolution in jpeg file format. This file size will occupy up to 50MB of data space, so please have space available for storage.

Digital files are charged at US$75 per image and payable via PayPal.

"The object isn’t to make art, it’s to be in that wonderful state which makes art inevitable".

Robert Henri

About the Author

Internationally recognized as a provider of quality mixed media Mark Thorpe is always on the search for captivating content.

Mark Thorpe

Photographer / Cameraman

Mark Thorpe

Emmy Award Winning wildlife cameraman and Internationally published landscape photographer Mark Thorpe has been an adventurer since he could walk! Spending 17yrs as an Underwater Cameraman at the start of his imaging career the highlight of which was being contracted to work with National Geographic. In that role as a field producer and cameraman he's been privy to a mixed bag of hair raising adventures. For some reason he was always selected for projects relating to large toothed marine predators such as Great White and Tiger Sharks, Sperm Whales and Fur Seals. Additionally he has also been active within Southern Africa on terrestrial projects dealing with a wide array of iconic wildlife.

Currently based in Okinawa, Japan he's always on the lookout for his next big adventure. He shares his exploits online with a totally organic social audience. Sponsored by a number of photographic industry manufacturers he is constantly scouring the islands for captivating landscape and 'Oceanscape' compositions. Videography wise he continues to create short photographic tutorial videos as well as content to promote the diversity of wildlife within the Okinawa prefecture as well as a growing lean towards matters of conservation and responsible environmentalism.

Mark has long been an advocate of simplified living. Fortunate enough to have a partner whom shares that vision he is increasingly vocal about what he perceives to be the requirement for man to change his ways. He advocates for people to change and adopt what he calls a true L.I.F.E or Low Impact Focused Existence in order that future generations also have the opportunity to enjoy the natural wonders of this planet to the same extent that his generation has. There is a growing sense of need for such a radical change.