Jane Girardot Art

Original Fine Art

General FAQs - Jane Girardot Art

General Questions

Q: What is a Giclée?
A: Giclée (pronouned 'zhee-clay') in French means 'a spray or squirt of liquid'. This is the method used to create fine art reproductions with amazing resolution and clarity. Giclées are produced from a digital image or scan of the original art. The digital image is then sent to a high quality printer which can print on a variety of mediums (canvas, papers, etc). The inks used are not standard home quality printer inks but pigmented inks which are meant to last without fading or cracking. Depending on the printer, it may use between 6-12 different inks to produce the colors on the medium. Without exposure to sunlight, the inks will not show any fading for well over 100 years.  Back to FAQs


Q: Will you do "commissioned" art?
A: If you like Jane's style of painting, she would be more than happy to discuss any particular scene or scenario that you would like to have painted. Generally, she will create an approximate digital image to be painted for your review. From there, she will create the painting of your subject matter. Costs will be based on canvas size and exclusivity of the finished painting but will be more than reasonable. For an example of Jane's commissioned art, click here. If this is an option you would like, please do not hesitate to for more information.  Back to FAQs


Q: What does your stretched canvas consist of?
A: Original canvas paintings use 100% duck cotton canvas and are gallery wrapped (stretched around the 3/4" thick pine bars and are held in place with a durable vinyl spine making them staple free). Jane paints her originals around the sides so that they can be hung in place without a frame, if desired.


Q: Can my art be sent framed & ready to hang?
A: Yes, our online art service vendors do provide framed, ready to hang giclees, prints and posters. If you are looking for a framed original, we'll be happy to provide you with various frames options to chose from at a very reasonable cost over retail stores. We'll quote you our cost for the frame plus any additional shipping costs due to the extra size and weight of the frame.  Back to FAQs


Q: What if I want a size or media not listed?
A: Our goal is your satisfaction and a beautiful piece of art that you can enjoy. If one of our online art services is unable to provide you with the size or media option you desire, please to discuss other options and availability.  Back to FAQs


Q: What comes with each piece of art?
A: Each original piece of art includes a Certificate Of Authenticity (COA) signed by the artist. The COA shows an image of the painting, year of creation and a short statement about the artwork and artist.   Back to FAQs


Q: What is your return policy?
A: Your complete satisfaction is our primary concern. If you are dissatisfied with an order for any reason, you may return it within 15 days for a full refund minus any shipping and packaging charges. The returned order must be in new and re-sellable condition. Orders outside the continental United States that are chosen to be shipped via a rolled canvas in a tube are non-refunable. Back to FAQs


Q: What is your privacy policy?
A: Janegirardot.com respects your privacy. We will not under any circumstances sell or release your personal information to anyone without your written consent.  Back to FAQs


Q: How do I contact you?
A: The fastest method to contact us is via email at You may also reach us via phone or postal mailBack to FAQs


Q: How do I get notified when new paintings become available?
A: We would be happy to add you on our "New Painting Notification" list.  Please to get on/off the list. You will only receive new painting notifications from us. No other spam or advertisements will be sent. We respect your privacy and will not release your personal information without your consent.  Back to FAQs