All originals are painted on archival quality, 100% cotton, cold pressed 300 gsm acid free watercolour paper. Essentially, this means that there should be no visible deterioration in the quality of the paper or image for generations to come. This is another essential step in the conservation process we use with all originals.

We use premium quality Hahnemühle Photo Rag paper. This produces outstanding quality prints. Its soft texture lends itself to an impressive pictoral depth that features deep colours, striking contrast and perfect reproduction of detail. Being museum quality ensures the colours in the image will last for generations.

We use Giclée printing for all our prints. This is another integral step in the archival/conservation process we use. Giclée prints use pigmented inks, proven to outlast dye based inks and we transfer the images onto Hahnemhle photo rag archival quality papers, which has a texture or 'tooth' similar to the watercolour paper that the originals are painted on. The quality of Giclée prints are far superior to other print methods.

No two monitors produce the exact same colours so negligible variations may occur between the original/print version you purchase and the image you viewed on your device/monitor. We are committed to customer satisfaction so if you not completely satisfied with your purchase then we will refund you the cost of your purchase less postage and packaging.

All of the pieces, be they originals or giclée prints will be accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity. The information on the certificate will include the following; Artists name Title Year of completion Dimensions of piece Medium type (eg watercolour) Edition number (on applicable prints) Artists signature Handwritten date A digital image of the piece The Certificate of Authenticity is shipped with your purchase.

Yes. Our Giclée prints will be limited to a run of 150 pieces per image. This information and the sequence number in the print run will be added to each piece on the reverse side of the print and on the accompanying Certificate of Authenticity.

Yes we do. You can see ideas for for the various commission work that we do on our Commission Page. You may like the idea of having a picture or image of someone you know in a watercolour. Comission work can include any subject matter and is not limited to the golf course! Commission work carries a premium price tag but if you have an idea of what it is that you require then we can provide a quote for the work that would need to be undertaken.

Up to and including 500 characters. This is more than you would ever require as to place that much text on an image would obscure the image.

This decision is made when available space and the amount of text required are taken into consideration. In some instances text is placed partially over the image for effect. The attached image is for illustrative purposes only but gives an indication as to where the body of the lettering will appear. When you reach the cart page of a product you will be directed to enter the required text numbered 1-4 based on the following format; 1. Title 2. Location 3. Date 4. Name If you require a different format or have ideas of your own as to where you would like the text to appear then please contact us.

Yes, all images in the Gallery that appear without text can be sold without text subject to availibility.

Go to Calligraphy Gallery and you can see the different styles that i use. Alternatively, click this link to go to my instagram page - instagram.com/duke_calligraphy - to see examples of the different styles that I use. For a quick reference see image below.

Any information that you require can be added to the painting within the 500 character limit. If you can think it we can ink it!

I normally use black, grey or blue or some combination of these, but can incorporate other colours if requested.

Yes we do. You can see ideas for for the various commission work that we do on our Commission Page. You may like the idea of having some of the following created using calligraphy be it for individuals or clubs; Poetry Prize Certificates Quotes Gift Certificates Headers for club stationery Designs for club sinage If you can think it we can ink it! Comission work can include any subject matter and is not limited to the golf course! Commission work carries a premium price tag but if you have an idea of what it is that you require then we can provide a quote for the work that would need to be undertaken. Please feel free to contact us for a quote info@golfgiftsbyduke.com

The paintings are available in three different sizes. The following dimensions are the apertures (visible painted surfaces) inside the mount. Small: 120mm x 170mm or c. 5' x 7' Medium: 147mm x 197mm or c. 6' x 8' Large: 204mm x 292mm or c. 8' x 12' Each image is then surrounded by a bevelled mount from 40mm to 55mm in width. Surrounding these are the frames which take up the following surface area; Small: 253mm x 304mm or c.12' x 10' Medium: 304mm x 354mm or c. 12' x 14' Large: 354mm x 455mm or c.18' x 14' The image gives a visual perspective using a golf ball for scale. What else were we going to use!

We use lignin-free, pH neutral, calcium carbonate buffered mounts and backing boards. This helps to ensure the longevity of the piece and removes the chance of any atmospheric pollutants affecting the painting. This is an essential step when consideration is given to the process of conservation framing of the piece. We use this process with all originals and prints. The paintings are also fixed to the mounts using pH neutral mounting tape.

All small and medium sized paintings and prints have the option to come with free-standing easel back white frames which allows for protrait and landscape orientation. They can also be wall mounted and come with a folding hinged hanger already attached for portrait and landscape display options. The large paintings and prints are only suitable for wall mounting as they are too large to be supported by easel backs leg stands. They also have the folding hinged hangers attached. The backing support on all the paintings and prints is fixed to the back of the frame in addition to the conservation backing board ensuring a strengthened flush finish. The option to add a frame to your art is part of the process when ordering.

You can choose to purchase the art framed or unframed. All the framed paintings are conservation framed. This ensures generations of enjoyment without having to worry about the image deteriorating due to environmental pollutants.

We use a solid wood white frame as shown in the image below.

Originals or prints available in store, that only require the addition of calligraphy, are shipped in 2-4 working days. Consideration needs to be given to delivery/shipping times after that.

Orders over €100 are shipped free of charge. Orders under €100 incur a €4.80 charge.

Medium and Large framed paintings or prints will cost €21 Small framed paintings or prints will cost €18 Unframed paintings or prints will cost €13.50

Medium and Large framed paintings or prints will cost €29.50 Small framed paintings or prints will cost €22.50 Unframed paintings or prints will cost €15

Customers in Ireland/ N.Ireland do not pay V.A.T. on these paintings. As a result of Brexit, U.K. customers will be obliged to account for V.A.T. before taking delivery of their piece. The same procedure applies to the rest of the world where you will need to give consideration to the extra cost associated with the sales tax or equivalent tax where you live.

No. If you are a E.U., U.K., or U.S.A. customer then you will not incur any customs charges. The classification systems -TARIC for E.U., Global Online Tariff for U.K. and USITC for U.S.A.- rates goods of this nature at 0%. For peace of mind see the applicable 0% rate here for E.U. customers, here for U.K. customers and here for U.S.A. customers.

While shipping unframed reduces shipping costs and ultimately the V.A.T. (sales tax) payable on the package, the difference may be offset by the fact that you will then have the extra cost/inconvienience of mounting, glazing, backing, framing and attaching a hanger to the piece when you take delivery. Below are some pricing examples that may help you to decide whether to go framed or unframed. eg. 1 A large framed original sent to the U.K. when shipping costs and V.A.T. (20%) are applied will cost €149.99 + €55 (shipping and V.A.T.) = €204.99 The same painting sent unframed will cost €129.99 + €42 (shipping and V.A.T.) = €171.99 Thats a 25% saving or €33 when ordered without a frame. eg. 2 A large framed print sent to U.K when shipping costs and V.A.T. are applied will cost €99.99 + €45 (shipping and V.A.T.) = €144.99 The same print sent unframed will cost €79.99 + €32.20 (shipping and V.A.T) = €112.19. Thats a 41% saving or €32.80 when ordered without a frame eg. 3 A medium framed original golf gift sent to the U.K. when shipping costs and V.A.T. are applied will cost €129.99 + €51.20 (shipping and V.A.T.) = €181.19 The same original sent unframed will cost €109.99 + €39.70 (shipping and V.A.T.) = €149.69. Thats a 17% saving or €31.50 when ordered without a frame. eg. 4 A medium framed print golf gift sent to the U.K. when shipping costs and V.A.T. are applied will cost €79.99 + €41.20 (shipping and V.A.T.) = €121.19 The same print sent unframed will cost €59.99 + €28.20 (shipping and V.A.T.) = €88.19. Thats a 27% saving or €33 when ordered without a frame. We pay great attention to detail when conservation framing the artwork so you have a product ready for display straight out of the box! The difference in price between framed and unframed as a result of shipping and V.A.T. is significant all the same. It may be enough that you will consider having the gift framed locally where you live. More information on frames and our framing process can be found in the Frames section of the FAQ's.

Simply email the photo of the image you would like painted in whatever format you have available to you. Send to info@golfgiftsbyduke.com and we can provide you with a quote. If you decide to go ahead with the commission then we can work from the photo provided or you can send a larger file format of the photo if you have one available. The paintings in the commission gallery were painted from jpegs which is the standard file format your photos are stored in on your mobile device.