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FAQ

Questions, answered.

Quick answers about prints, sizes, shipping and gift cards. Can't find yours? Send me a note and I'll write back myself, usually within a day or two.

The short version

Free US shipping
On every print, whatever the size.
Arrives in about 1 to 2 weeks
Each print is made to order for you.
Need it bigger?
Contact me for larger sizes. Some photos go up to 40x60.
Arrived damaged?
Tell me within 7 days and I'll make it right.

Ordering

How do I order a print?

Pick a photo in the Shop, choose paper, canvas, metal or framed, then pick a size and add it to your cart. Checkout is secure and only takes a minute. I get your order right away and send it to print.

Is every print made to order?

Yes. Nothing sits in a warehouse. Your print is made after you order it, at the size and finish you chose, then shipped straight to you.

How do I pay?

Checkout takes all major credit cards, plus fast checkout options like Shop Pay and Apple Pay.

Can I change or cancel my order?

Send me a note as soon as you can. If your print hasn't gone to print yet, I'm happy to change it or cancel it and refund you.

Can I send a print as a gift?

Yes. Just enter their address as the shipping address at checkout and it ships straight to them.

Prints & sizes

Paper, canvas, metal or framed?

Choose paper if you want to frame it yourself. Canvas, metal and framed arrive ready to hang. Metal makes sunrise colors really glow, and canvas has a softer, classic look. The Print Guide shows each one up close.

Which size should I choose?

Over a sofa or bed, 24x36 or 20x30 looks best. For a desk, shelf or small wall, try 8x12 or 12x18. The Print Guide shows every size to scale on a wall.

Can I get a bigger size than you list?

Often, yes. Contact me for larger sizes. Each print lists the biggest size I'm comfortable selling, and some photos go up to 30x45 or 40x60. Send me the print and your wall size and I'll check the original file and tell you honestly how big it can go.

Does the fine art paper print come framed?

No, it ships unframed so you can pick a frame that suits your room. If you'd like it framed and ready to hang, choose Framed.

What does the framed print look like?

A professional lustre photo print in a black 1.5 inch gallery frame with a clear acrylic front instead of glass, so it's lighter and safer to ship. No mat. It arrives ready to hang.

What edge style does the canvas have?

After you order, I email you to pick an edge style. If I don't hear back in 3 days, I'll pick the edge that suits the photo best.

Will my photo be cropped?

No. Every size is the same 2:3 shape as the original photo, so you get the whole picture.

Will there be a watermark on my print?

Never. Your print is clean edge to edge, with no logo or watermark.

Shipping

Is shipping really free?

Yes. Every print ships free anywhere in the US, whatever the size, even the big 40x60 pieces.

How long until my print arrives?

Every print is made to order, so it usually arrives in about 1 to 2 weeks.

Do you ship outside the US?

Yes. Send me a note with the print you want and your country, and I'll get you a shipping quote before you order.

Damage & returns

What if my print arrives damaged?

Send me your order number and a photo of the damage within 7 days of delivery and I'll make it right.

Can I return a print?

Every print is made just for you, so I don't give cash refunds. If you're not happy with it, you can send it back within 7 days of delivery for store credit. It needs to be unused and in its original packaging, and return shipping is on you, so I'd insure it. Custom sizes I set up for you by email are final sale. If it arrived damaged or something is wrong with it, that's different: I'll make it right. The full policy is on the Shipping & returns page.

Gift cards

Do you offer gift cards?

Yes. Gift cards come in $50, $100, $150, $250 and $400, arrive by email and never expire. They work on any print, so they make an easy last-minute gift. Get a gift card

Can I use my gift card on Avila-Beach.com?

Yes. Gift cards work on prints here and on Avila-Beach.com.

The photos & licensing

Where are your photos taken?

Almost all of them are at Avila Beach on California's Central Coast, mostly at sunrise, around the pier and along the shore. A few come from Port San Luis, Avila Valley and Arroyo Grande.

Can I use one of your photos for my business or website?

Yes, I license photos for websites, ads, menus and more. You get permission to use the photo and I keep the copyright, so I don't sell photos outright. Tell me how and where you'd like to use it and I'll send you a price.

Do you take photography jobs?

Yes. I shoot food, brands and businesses, gardens and video across San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara counties. See Work With Me to start a project.

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