Product Information
STANDARD, LIMITED EDITION,
& ARTIST PROOF PRINTS
Images come in a range of Standard, Limited Edition, and Artist Proof editions. Standard Edition prints include images that have no maximum limit on the print run of those images. However, all work produced by Tristan Stuart, even, standard edition work is printed on the highest archival quality paper, with world leading inks. No work, regardless of edition type is intended as a form of ‘throw away consumerism’.
Limited Edition prints are highly worked and sought after images. These typically have a maximum print run of 100, although this varies according to projects.
Artist Proof prints are rare images that are the most highly developed and refined of all work produced by Tristan Stuart. A request for a ‘Statement of Value’ can be ordered from Tristan Stuart Photography. For the full details of Artist Proof work, click here.
All Limited Edition and Artist Proof prints come with a ‘Certificate of Authenticity’. These certificates include un-replicatble wax signatures, in traditional sealing waxes used by the European royalty since the medieval period.
PRINT DIMENSIONS
Print dimensions come in a variety of sizes, however Tristan Stuart may recommend a size which most effectively displays the detail, and colour of images. However, images can be prepared in any size. If you have a preferred size you can include these dimensions in the 'request quote' form, or contact Tristan Stuart via the contact page with any requests.
All Limited Edition and Artist Proof artworks are accompanied with a certificate of authenticity.
FRAMING MATERIALS
Work is framed in a range of materials, however, all framing regardless of the produced uses only the highest quality materials. All frames use only archival matts, timbers, glues, tapes and glass. Framing is undertaken by Tristan Stuart personally, and a range of master framers both locally and nationally.
PRINT TECHNOLOGIES
The exact details of print technologies have taken over a decade of research and experimentation to establish and are a closely guarded secret. However, all images are printed with the latest technology using only the highest quality inkjet archival inks. These are far longer lasting than the more common lambda print alternatives. This enables exceptional colour luminosity and sharpness. These materials and technologies ensure well over 100 years of life expectancy in normal viewing conditions.
Processing & Shipping Information
PROCESSING TIMES
Due to custom selection of sizes and frames, please allow up to five weeks for processing. Once payment is received orders follow a rigorous process of production and quality checking. All work that does not meet these standards is deconstructed and recycled and re-created. If there are any delays in production your will be notified as soon as possible.
SHIPPING
International shipping is currently available on all orders. All orders are currier mailed that may require a signature upon delivery.
INSURANCE
Tristan Stuart Photography fully insures shipping on all orders up until delivery of the package from the carrier. Insurance by Tristan Stuart Photography covers all tears, significant folds of prints, identifiable colour damage, and any breakage of your orders up until receipt of your order. Refer to returns policy for further information.
ORDER TRACKING
Once orders are shipped customers will be provided with tracking information if available through the currier via email.
IMPORT TAXES
The applicability or non-applicability of any import taxes on shipping outside of Australia is the full responsibility of the consumer. Tristan Stuart Photography does not offer any advice or information on these matters.
Returns Policy
DAMAGED ORDERS
In accordance with Tristan Stuart Photography insurance policy, damaged orders may be returned for replacement. The cost of return postage is not covered by Tristan Stuart Photography.
PRODUCT DISSATISFACTION
If consumers are dissatisfied with purchases, they may return products within 10 working days of receipt. Return postage is not covered by Tristan Stuart Photography. All returned work must be in its original condition, any damaged work will not be refunded. In the event of custom selection of framing, image sizing, and cost of services, the printing, framing, original shipping fee, and handling will not be refunded.
RETURN TO:
Please use the contact tab to request return address details.
Privacy Policy
PERSONAL INFORMATION
Any personal information collected by Tristan Stuart Photography is confidential and used only for the purposes of sales and consumer services. No personal information is distributed to any third parties other than for sales purposes, see ‘Sales Security’ for further information. Your information will never be distributed for the purposes of marketing or sales in any capacity.
SALES SECURITY
All sales are operated through Stripe. Stripe is a certified Payment Card Industry (PCI) service provider, level 1. This is the highest level of externally reviewed online payment security.
Consumer Services
STATEMENT OF VALUE
Statements of value may be requested through the contact tab of this website. Statements of value are intended for the purposes of insurance and collector interest. The statement represents the current value of limited edition and artist proof work. These statements should not be shared or distributed beyond the owner.
ADVICE FOR PROTECTING YOUR PRINT
For advice on protecting your investment please request an 'Advice for Protecting Your Print' document through the contact page of this website.
THE BANANA INDEX
*The Banana Index is a concept developed by Tristan Stuart to represent the logic of increasing value of artist work. This index does not bare any connection to contemporary economic theory, instead reflecting the artist’s conception of ‘market economics and art’.
Each sale of an Artist Proof leads to a 22% compound interest increase in the price of the proceeding edition numbers. This figure is formed by the novel invention of the ‘Banana Index’, that is, consumers frequently buy bananas (along with many other products) with credit cards that have a common interest rate of 21.49%. Certainly the value of art far exceeds the interest we’re willing to pay on a banana. Therefore 22% represents a value grater than that of the interest of a banana. This ensures that Artist Proofs have an intrinsic capacity to be investments.
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WEBSITE USE
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+ To celebrate the completion of The Living Land project at the end of 2020, a limited edition series of business cards were released in 2021. One hundred cards of every portrait and landscape composition were created. These business cards were hand numbered.