Carson Overstreet

Purchasing art should not be an intimidating process! Please do not hesitate to contact the artist with questions.

WHERE CAN I PURCAHSE CARSON OVERSTREET’S ART?

Carson’s art is available for purchase on this website. She maintains a home studio in Richmond, Virginia where visitors are welcome. Please feel free to contact her for a studio visit.

Carson’s work is also available online through Liza Pruitt and Serena and Lily.

In a physical location, Carson’s art is available for viewing and purchase at LinDor Arts (Roanoke), The District Gallery (Knoxville, TN), Camellia Art (Bluffton and Hilton Head, SC), and Serendip (Norfolk, VA).

PURCHASING FROM THE ARTIST

You may purchase paintings directly from this website. If you will require shipping or delivery, please read the next section carefully. Always feel free to contact the artist with any questions prior to purchasing.

SHIPPING - DELIVERY - PICK-UP

If you are not within driving distance of Richmond or Roanoke/Bedford/Lynchburg Virginia, the painting will need to be shipped.

It may take up to two weeks for your painting to ship.

Shipping will be billed separately after the painting is purchased from this website. Size, weight and distance from Richmond, Virginia all affect the pricing. The following are approximate shipping rates for U.S. purchases:*

48” x 48” = $250-$400

48” x 36” = $200-$350

40” x 30” = $150-$300

36” x 36” = $150-$300

30” x 30” and smaller: under $150

All paintings that Carson ships include a packaging fee in addition to shipping. This includes materials such a bubble wrap, paper, plastic wrap, plastic bags, tape and boxes. The packaging fee for paintings over 30” x 30” is $50. The packaging fee for paintings under 30” x 30” is $30.

*painting larger than 48” x 48” or 48” x 36” would be subject to courier/white glove delivery. Please inquire about shipping rate for oversized paintings before purchasing.

If you live reasonably close to Richmond or Roanoke/Bedford/Lynchburg and cannot pick-up the painting yourself and would like to delivered, there will be a $100 delivery for the metro Richmond area and a $150 fee for the Roanoke/Bedford/Lynchburg area.

If you are local to Richmond or able to drive to Richmond, please schedule a time with Carson to pick-up your painting at her studio. Local pick-up for the Bedford/Lynchburg/Roanoke area can be coordinate as well.

FRAMING

Once you acquire your art, it may or may not be framed.  Quite a few factors determine whether it is necessary to frame your art and if so, how:

What is the depth of your art?

If your art is on a deep canvas frame or any material that is 1.5”+ deep, you may wish to keep it unframed.  This is personal preference.  Carson often advises people who are unsure, to “live with it for a while.”  If the deep is less than 1” deep, it would be best to frame it.

Your art might also be on a flat (think the thickness of cardboard) material such a linen or canvas panel, gesso board, etc. in which case it would need to be framed unless you would like to display it on a small display easel. A professional framer should be able to easily make a flat panel work in a deep frame.

Art on paper would need to be framed behind glass.

So you’ve determined you need a frame, should you DIY or enlist the help of a professional?

DIY

Many handy individuals are able to build a simple floating frame for large canvases.  Ready-made frames can also be ordered online on Amazon, from art suppliers like Jerry’s Artarama, Blick or Michael’s.  Buying a ready-made frame might seem straight forward, but this approach can get a bit tricky with the depth of the piece and the frame depth as well as finding the appropriate hardware. It is most straightforward with pieces on paper (that go behind glass) or large stretched canvas.  Pieces on flat panel are a bit more complicated and often require a “plein air” frame.

Professional

While Carson does frame some of her own work, she knows that her local frame shop–though it may cost a bit more– provides the most framing options and the best overall look.  A good frame shop will be able to provide choices and steer you in an aesthetically pleasing direction.

Of course, if having a professional frame shop frame your piece is cost prohibitive, try your hand at framing the piece yourself!  Be sure to see whether the necessary hardware comes with the painting and check the return policies before purchasing a frame.

What type of frame (aka what look) should you select?

The type of frame you select (floating, wide, metallic, natural) are personal choices.  Your own taste, the art itself and the decor where it will be hung should be considerations.  Carson, personally, most often uses gold or champagne metallic floating frames on large canvases pieces though she also likes the look of a natural wood frame.  Occasionally, she has used white floaters when appropriate.  For small paintings, the preference is generally gold or metallic floating frames or large gold frames. But again, it depends on where it will hang and your own personal tastes.  Some people like sleek and modern, some traditional , some don’t care and have a mix of styles. 

Ask a frame shop for advice, or if you are framing the piece yourself, look for inspiration online or in magazines.

Frame Shop recommendations:

Frame of Mind Richmond, Virginia

Goose Creek Studios Bedford, Virginia

LinDor Arts Roanoke, Virginia

The District Gallery Knoxville, Tennessee

Camellia Art Bluffton & Hilton Head, South Carolina

QUESTIONS?

Purchasing art should not be an intimidating process! Please do not hesitate to contact Carson with any questions, feedback or additional photos requests.

804.477.5759 || carsonoverstreetfineart@gmail.com

Questions are always welcome. Please feel free to contact Carson with questions.

carsonoverstreetfineart@gmail.com || 804.477.5759