An artist must be conscious not only of the concept behind their artwork but also of the physical product being delivered to collectors. Issues like warping, sagging canvases, heavy panels, and installation are considerations that come into play before the artwork is handed over.
Working Large Has Always Presented Unique Challenges to Artists
Our panels protect artwork, but they also protect the collectors investment
Here is the thing… artwork is not just an idea. It’s the execution of that idea with a promise that this thing will inspire a feeling every time your collector walks by this piece. Why do people commission paintings or murals? What motivates them to invest their hard-earned money in acquiring exquisite artworks? The answer lies in the desire to immortalize a memory—a fleeting moment captured in brushstrokes and hues. They seek to encapsulate that memory, to preserve it for generations to come.
This is what you should be asking yourself:
Will they warp?
Is it too heavy?
Will it need to be restretched?
Will I spend hundreds of hours or thousands of dollars on this piece only to watch it fall apart…
Artefex Art
Traditional Painting Surfaces Have Many Drawbacks
Traditional painting surfaces can be vulnerable to environmental fluctuations, leading to issues like warping, cracking, and other forms of damage due to the expansion and contraction of the materials. Many art supply companies have yet to adjust to these changes and have not embraced the latest innovations in painting supports. Murals are commonly painted directly on walls but that creates an issue. The artwork will only last as long as the original owner is still there.
Here is where Artefex panels revolutionize murals and large art works!
With Artefex Honeycomb Panels, you can protect your artwork for generations and eliminate those worries. These panels are only 1.71 grams/square inch (0.06 oz)! Making them substantially lighter compared to heavy wood panels and bulky thick stretcher bars. They are ultra sturdy which means they won’t need to be reinforced with heavy duty crossbars. They are easily removable! So you can move them when you move or resize if you need to in the future. Here is the thing these panels can be cut with a utility knife using the cut and snap technique.
More Resources to check out:
Large Panels:Â Anton O’Hanlon
Lifting a Honeycomb Panel: Shelby O’Hanlon
Large Custom Panel: Custom
Crating Honeycomb Panels: Crating
Working Large and How To Do It Right: Casey Childs
Shipping a Large Artefex Panel: Ship
Choose Date and Time for Custom Panel Consultation For Larger Pieces
Frequently asked questions
Can I paint with oils on an Acrylic Ground?
The basic rule is that you can paint with oils on Acryclic grounds but you can’t paint with Acrylics on an Oil ground.
Can I just paint directly on Aluminum?
We do not recommend painting directly on unprimed aluminum. Think of your aluminum panels as the stretcher bars on traditional stretched canvas. Its what supports the surface you paint on, not the painting surface itself.
What is included with my purchase?
3mm ACM Panels are rigid up to 24 inches but are less rigid at larger sizes making them ideal for smaller art works. 4mm Copper Panels are rigid up to 36 Inches but can be made as large as 48×96 inches. 6mm Honeycomb panels are very rigid at even the large
Do these panels get heavy at larger sizes?
3mm panel weighs 2.85grams/square inch (0.1 oz) 4mm panel weighs 4.9 grams/ square inch (0.17 oz) 6mm Honeycomb panel weighs 1.71 grams/square inch (0.06 oz), Gallery panel weighs weighs 3.6 grams/square inch (3.7 oz) Even the copper panels are relatively
How do you hang or frame these panels?
There is a wide range of ways of presenting your artwork. Most commonly artist frame these panels. Though that is the most common presentation we offer a couple other options. Below you will find two hanging systems that we offer, C channel hanging system
Is it hard or expensive to ship these panels?
These panels are very thin and light, making them easy and inexpensive to ship. Keep in mind that shipping one of these panels is the same as shipping ten, so bundling can greatly reduce the per panel shipping cost.
Are these easy to store in my studio?
These panels are designed to fit into the tightest spaces in your studio. Their rigid, lightweight, and thin construction makes it easy to store them in out-of-the-way areas without the worry of ripping your canvas!