Whether you're sending a loose print, a ready-to-hang framed piece, or something more unconventional, our goal is to help your work arrive safely and return home in the same condition.
If your work is printed through PhotoPlace Gallery, we provide matting and the use of our in-house exhibition frames at no additional cost for the duration of the exhibition.
If you prefer to send your own work, we welcome the following options:
- A loose print (16" × 20" maximum)
- A matted print (16" × 20" maximum)
- A ready-to-hang framed piece
We welcome a variety of printing methods, framing styles, and presentation formats. If you're sending a framed piece, please ensure it is equipped with secure hanging hardware. We recommend D-rings and wire for stability and ease of installation and ask that artists avoid sawtooth hangers whenever possible.
If your framed work is larger than 16" × 20", please contact us in advance so we can ensure adequate exhibition space.
Packaging Guidelines
Loose or Matted Prints
- Use rigid backing materials to prevent bending. Foam core works especially well.
- Protect corners with corner guards or padding.
- Avoid mailing tubes whenever possible, as prints often arrive damaged or difficult to flatten.
- If a tube is necessary, use a heavy-walled tube at least 4" in diameter.
Framed Works
We've had excellent experiences with the following packaging options:
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FedEx Medium and Large Framed Art Boxes – Lightweight, reusable suspension-style boxes available through FedEx Office locations and online. These boxes are ideal for many standard framed works and offer excellent protection for transit.
Learn more: How to Ship Artwork
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Uline Deluxe Artwork Shippers – Heavy-duty artwork shipping boxes featuring foam suspension and puncture-resistant liners. Available in a wide range of sizes and approved by major carriers, including UPS and FedEx.
Browse options: Uline Deluxe Artwork Shippers
Please avoid using packing peanuts whenever possible. They shift during transit, create a mess during unpacking and repacking, and are difficult to reuse effectively.
Gallery Exhibitor Shipping Form (Required)
Before shipping your work, please complete the Gallery Exhibitor Shipping Form (login required). This form provides us with important information, including:
- Artwork details and label information
- Sales preferences
- Return shipping instructions
Return Shipping
If your work does not sell and you would like it returned, you may:
- Include a prepaid USPS, FedEx, or UPS return shipping label, or
- Pay a $25 return shipping fee when completing the online form.
We reuse original packaging whenever possible, so please ensure your packaging is:
- Sturdy enough for a round trip
- Easy to reopen and reseal
- Lightly taped to facilitate repacking
Shipping Address
PhotoPlace Gallery
Attn: Zach Hoffman
3 Park Street
Middlebury, VT 05753
Donating or Disposing of Work
If you prefer not to have your work returned, you may choose one of the following options on the Gallery Exhibitor Shipping Form:
- Donate the work to a local community organization or nonprofit
- Have the work recycled or destroyed
Please note that donated works are not tax-deductible, as the individuals and organizations receiving them are not formal charitable organizations.
Questions?
If you have questions about packing, shipping, deadlines, or unusual presentation formats, please don't hesitate to contact us. We're happy to help ensure your work arrives safely and is exhibited as intended.