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POLICIES & INFORMATION

 

SHIPPING | REFUND & RETURNS​​CARE | COPYRIGHT & USE | ARTIST RIGHTS | TERMS & CONDITIONS | PRIVACY | DISCLAIMER

 

 

SHIPPING POLICY

 

Order Processing

All custom prints and paintings are signed, inspected, and prepared for shipment within 12–15 business days.

Production and processing time are separate from shipping and transit time.

 

Worldwide Shipping

We ship worldwide. Delivery times vary by location and local postal services.

 

Packaging & Handling

Each artwork is individually signed, securely packaged, reinforced, and sealed to ensure safe transit.

 

Tracking Information

A confirmation email with tracking details will be sent once your order ships. Tracking availability may vary by country.

 

Delivery Estimates

(Standard delivery times begin after production/processing.)

    •    USA: 7–12 business days

    •    UK: 12–15 business days

    •    International: 14–21 business days

 

Delivery times are estimates; delays may occur due to weather, customs, or carrier issues.

 

Customs, Duties & Import Fees

International customers are responsible for all customs charges, duties, taxes, and import fees.

 

Incorrect Addresses & Failed Deliveries

Additional shipping fees may apply if a package is returned due to incorrect information, refusal, or failure to collect.

 

Lost or Delayed Packages

Contact us immediately if your package is lost or delayed. We will assist in resolving the issue with the carrier.

 

 

REFUND & RETURNS POLICY

 

All Sales Final

All artwork is custom-made. No refunds, exchanges, or returns are available for:

    •    Change of mind

    •    Incorrect size ordered

    •    Color/brightness variations due to screens

    •    Buyer expectation differences

 

Damaged or Defective Items

Notify us within 7 days of delivery. Provide:

    •    Photos of the artwork

    •    Photos of original packaging

    •    Photo of shipping label

    •    Description of the issue

 

Replacement Eligibility

Replacements may be issued for shipping damage, production defects, or wrong items sent.

Documentation must be provided. Stephen Fine Art reserves the right to determine fault.

 

Damage After Delivery

Artwork damaged after delivery due to mishandling, improper storage, framing damage, or

environmental factors is not eligible for replacement.

 

Lost Packages & International Orders

Stephen Fine Art will work with carriers to resolve lost packages. International customers are

responsible for customs, duties, and fees; delays from customs are not refundable.

 

Reporting Timeframe & Contact

All claims must be submitted within 7 days of delivery.

Contact: GALLERY & GROUNDS with order number and required documentation.

 

 

CARE POLICY

 

General Handling

    •    Handle prints with clean, dry hands or cotton gloves

    •    Avoid bending, rolling, or touching printed surfaces directly

 

Light Exposure

    •    Display away from direct sunlight

    •    Minimize UV exposure to prevent fading

 

Environmental Conditions

    •    Maintain stable temperature and humidity

    •    Avoid bathrooms, kitchens, and heat/moisture sources

 

Framing & Storage

    •    Use professional framers, archival backing, and UV-protective glass

    •    Store unframed prints flat in archival boxes/portfolios

 

Responsibility

Proper care is the buyer’s responsibility. Damage from mishandling or

environmental exposure is not covered under refunds.

 

 

COPYRIGHT & USE POLICY

 

Ownership

All artwork and content are the intellectual property of Stephen Edwards Fine Art.

Purchase of a physical print does not include copyright, licensing, or reproduction rights.

 

Prohibited Uses

Without written permission, the following are prohibited:

    •    Scanning, photographing, reproducing, or distributing the artwork

    •    Using artwork for commercial purposes or AI datasets

    •    Creating derivative works

 

Personal Use

You may display prints in personal spaces, share photos non-commercially with credit, or resell the physical print.

 

Commercial Licensing

Commercial use requires a written agreement.

 

Website Content & Social Media

Do not copy or reuse website content. Social sharing requires credit and a link; no editing or commercial use is permitted.

 

Reporting Violations

Report unauthorized use to: GALLERY & GROUNDS. Legal action may be taken if necessary.

 

 

ARTIST RIGHTS STATEMENT

 

All artwork remains the original creation of the artist. Buyers are granted personal display rights only.

Unauthorized reproduction, commercial use, or sharing beyond personal use is strictly prohibited.

The artist reserves all rights to reproduce, license, or sell artwork unless explicitly waived in writing.

 

 

TERMS & CONDITIONS

 

By using this website or purchasing artwork, you agree to these terms:

    •    You are at least 18 and legally capable of entering contracts.

    •    Prices are in USD and may change without notice.

    •    Orders cannot be canceled or modified after production begins.

    •    All prints are custom-made; returns for change of mind are not allowed.

    •    Intellectual property remains with Stephen Fine Art; purchase does not grant rights beyond the physical artwork.

    •    Liability is limited; Stephen Edwards Fine Art is not responsible for damages occurring after delivery, lost packages, or

delays beyond control.

 

 

PRIVACY POLICY

 

Information Collected

    •    Provided by you: name, email, shipping/billing address, payment info

    •    Automatically: IP, browser, device info, pages visited, location (non-precise)

 

Use of Information

    •    Process orders and communicate updates

    •    Improve site and prevent fraud

    •    Optional newsletters (opt-in only)

 

Protection

    •    HTTPS encryption, secure payment gateways, restricted access

 

Sharing

    •    Only with carriers, payment processors, or service providers as needed

 

International Orders

    •    Data may be processed outside your country

 

Children’s Privacy

    •    Site not for users under 18

 

Rights & Contact

Access, correct, delete, or restrict processing by contacting: GALLERY & GROUNDS

 

 

DISCLAIMER

    •    Content is for informational and promotional purposes only.

    •    Artwork may vary slightly due to monitor, paper, or printing differences.

    •    No professional, legal, or financial advice is provided.

    •    Stephen Edwards Fine Art is not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages.

    •    Third-party links are used at your own risk.

    •    Proper care of artwork is the owner’s responsibility once delivered.

    •    Copyrighted content may not be reproduced without permission.

 

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