I try my best to get back to everyone, but I’m a one woman show that currently lives on the road, often in very rural locations with sketchy to no service. On top of that I receive a lot of emails and messages everyday. If I were to answer all of them, I would never have time to work in the studio, write, take photos, be outside, daydream or simply enjoy my time on the road.

Sometimes I can answer emails and messages immediately, but sometimes it takes a few days, weeks or on a few occasions months to get back to people. While I used to feel guilty about not being answer everyone, now I know my limitations and simply try to do my best. If you sent me a really lovely note of encouragement and I don’t respond with a long thoughtful message, know that I read it and it meant the world to me. I appreciate your support and the fact that you were thinking of me and took the time to reach out.

If you emailed me a question, then I hope this list of FAQs I put together for ya’ll will answer it for you!

-Carly

Well if that ain’t a loaded question…I’ve been making work for a little over 10 years now and have experience in many aspects of it….

• Teaching: I’ve taught drawing and design classes from big universities to small technical colleges. I’ve also hosted small scale workshops and given artist talks.

• Galleries & Exhibitions: I’ve worked with a variety of galleries to show and sell my work across the country, as well as curated exhibitions.

• Running My Own Studio: I tried for many years to make a living and show work the way they tell you to in the art world and what I found was that it simply wasn’t for me. After much soul searching and other major life changes, I chose to completely change course and re-envision how I ran my studio. Finally choosing to make the leap entirely out of the art world and academia, into the realm of working as an independent artist, photographer and writer…I haven’t looked back since and never been happier!

Needless to say, I’ve done and learned a lot about what works and what doesn’t work for me and the path that I want to pursue with my work. If you’d like to read a little about my thoughts and struggles, check out the Journal for posts on everything from the creative process, to works in progress and notes from my life.

Any original work that is available to ship ASAP will be available in the shop. If you are interested in any large scale drawings listed as available on any other page of my website, send me an email here with the title of the work and shipping address. I will respond with an estimate for drawing and shipping cost. Please note that these originals take time to pack and ship, so allow 2-3 weeks for arrival.

I’m a one woman show and create as much work as possible. I release that work in small collections on my website a few times per year. Collection releases will be announced via social media, my studio journal, and mailing list.  

I’m taking a break from commissions in 2022 to simply follow the creative path of my work. When commissions re-open, I'll announce it to my email list first, so be sure to sign up for those emails and be the first to know.

You can shop prints of drawings here and photography here. All reproductions are printed on William Turner archival, 100% cotton paper with a one inch border. These prints are all limited editions and can be signed upon request.

Will My Work Come Framed? Please check the description and photos of the drawing you are purchasing carefully to see if it includes framing or not. Some drawings are finished out in custom frames, while others will be mounted in a refinished antique frame depending on what I envision for the finished piece. If the work comes framed it will be listed in the description and will be included in the final price.

Framing Your Work: If you purchase a work that isn’t already framed, adding a frame to your work not only makes it settle into your space, but it will help to protect your new drawing or print from wear. As of right now I only offer my handmade custom frames for commissioned work, but here are some options to frame your work:

• One of my favorite things to do is find a unique frame and refinish it from an antique shop.

• Purchase a pre-made and size frame from either Jerry’s Artarama and Framebridge.

• Take your work to a local frame shop and have it professionally framed for the best selection and service.

Matting Your Work: For drawings and prints I always recommend doing a float mount mat that’s at least 3” the whole way around. To float mont original drawings or sketchbook pages I recommend showcasing the entire work by leaving a space ¼-½” the whole way between the interior edge of the mat and the work itself. For prints I recommend leaving the same space the whole way around to show some of the white of the print border.

Original Drawings: My goal is always for you to be satisfied with your purchase. Please take the time to read descriptions carefully and the check colors on multiple screens if you are concerned about color variations. I try my best to represent the colors and tones in my work honestly and clearly. The sale, packaging and shipping of original drawings takes a lot of time and effort. Because of this, all sales of original artwork are final except in extreme circumstances. Please contact me here if you have any questions prior to purchasing or issues afterwards.

Prints: You may cancel your order within the first 24 hours. After 24 hours a 15% restocking fee will be applied. Returns and exchanges are handled on a case by case basis. We are not liable for any mishandling or failed delivery by the shipping service (USPS or UPS). Please contact me within 7 days of receiving your artwork.

Framed Work: All artwork is wrapped in paper, padded extremely well, and sent in a well-fitting sturdy cardboard box. Most artwork will ship via USPS or UPS and will arrive within 2-4 days (domestic) from time of shipping (includes tracking & insurance). International shipments will be sent via USPS or other carrier. Shipping for work listed in the shop is listed with the items.

Please note - All original drawings take 1-2 weeks to be packaged and processed before they ship, so allow 2-3 weeks before they arrive at your doorstep.

Prints:  All prints are handled with the utmost care; packaged in paper or plastic sleeve. Prints 11x14 and smaller are mailed in a sturdy flat mailer while prints 16x20 and larger are mailed in a thick tube.

Please note - All prints take one week to process at the printer before they ship, so allow 1-2 weeks total before they arrive at your doorstep.

Shipping Costs: It takes a lot of time and energy to process your order and package it with care so that that when it arrives to you it arrives in pristine condition. The shipping cost listed with the work includes fees, packaging supplies, time, labor, and storage of the work as well as the shipping cost via UPS or USPS.

At this time my studio is on the road and I am not set up to host in-person classes or workshops. In the near future I do plan on creating online resources, so stay tuned and be the first to find out by signing up for the newsletter here.

If you are interested in having my work in your space or as part of a project, please send me an email to discuss your ideas here.

Please Note - I do not offer discounts on original paintings nor do I allow my work to be marked up without consent.

Thank you for your interest in my work and images! I love working with bloggers, editors, stylists, and writers, if you are interested in using my work, please give credit to me for any images or work used. If you’re interested in an interview for an article or podcast shoot me an email and if it’s a good fit I’d love to share my story and work with your audience! Contact me here.

All artwork, images, and graphics are the sole property of Carly Drew and may not be used by any third party without written permission. Copying or reproducing artwork created by Carly Drew (as seen on carlydrew.com, or elsewhere) is strictly prohibited without written permission from the artist.  

I retain all rights to all artwork I create. This includes the rights to the image of sold & commissioned original paintings.  I retain the right to make REPRODUCTIONS OF ANY AND ALL ARTWORK I CREATE UNLESS THE COLLECTOR HAS PURCHASED THE FULL OR PARTIAL RIGHTS TO THE ARTWORK (this is in addition to purchasing the original).

• Carly Drew Studios, LLC retains all rights to all artwork until it has been purchased by a private or public collector at which time the collector receives the right to display the artwork in their home or business.  

• Carly Drew Studios, LLC retains all rights to the image of all artwork including the rights to the image of sold & commissioned original paintings.   

• Carly Drew Studios, LLC retains the right to make reproductions of any and all artwork created by Carly Drew unless the collector has purchased the full or partial rights to the artwork in addition to purchasing the original painting. When you purchase an original painting you, the collector, have the right to display the artwork in your home or business, but the artwork may not be resold or reproduced without my written permission.

• The Collector or buyer may not reproduce the artwork in any way without written permission. If you own an original painting and would like to discuss purchasing further rights, displaying the work in a public space, or nullify my right to reproduce, please contact me here.

• Collectors of reproductions have the right to display the artwork in their home or business but retain no other rights to the artwork.

• If the artwork ends up being reproduced in a magazine or other media I only ask for credit. Any image of the interior which includes the artwork in a 3rd party publication (such as social media, magazine, or book) must come with attribution (artwork title, artists name).

• All other uses must be agreed to in advance in writing by contacting me here.

Please let me know if you are interested in purchasing full or partial rights to your painting.  Some collectors chose to purchase my right to reproduce the artwork to ensure it will never become a print, which is I’m more than happy to discuss. For any other questions or uses that need to be agreed upon in advance, please contact me here.