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Robert Jones, Napa

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I wonder if you remember that Michael Douglas, who used to post here but since the sad death of his wife has not returned; I really hope he will; posted a Certificate of Authenticity he supplies to purchasers of his paintings - briefly reminding people of how to look after the painting, and that the copyright, unless sold to the purchaser, remains with the artist. Well I've never actually done this, but having sold a few lately wonder if I should.  What, to coin a phrase, does the team think?  Do you do this when you sell work?  Or just wave at the picture in a fond farewell?  I don't sell so very many that it really matters very much, my prices are not stratospheric either, so it might be overkill.  But still - one wants to be professional: thoughts?

Alan Bickley

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I don’t recall that name, but I wonder if you are referring to Michael Edwards (he’s not an actor)! It is unfortunate that he’s stopped posting, but he may return at some later point in time! I’ve never bothered, but I do put a very short CV type of thing on the back. If I was well known and more established with numerous gallery representations and exhibitions etc, I’d certainly think about it.
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Paul (Dixie) Dean

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When I’ve sold a painting , not that many I will add I also add information on the back , name date , name of painting, medium used and thst I retain the copyright of this painting. Don’t know if that is enough protection or indeed if it can be considered legal as to copyright ownership but, it can’t d removed as it’s in waterproof ink . 
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Robert Jones, Napa

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Yes, Michael Edwards - the old short term memory has me in its spell; I can't remember names so very well.... Well, you get rhyming, if not accuracy of memory.  Michael Edwards, NOT Douglas....  Talk about airing one's frailties in public..... 

Christine Rogan

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I’ve started to supply a certificate of authenticity either on the back of my paintings, or supplied with a painting, which contain the artists name, title of piece, medium, date painted and that copyright belongs to the artist.  I’ve also additional information for the buyer/customer for a pastel painting eg framed under glass/ not hung in direct sunlight. I know that people who have had a commission painted definitely seem to like having it. I know it’s probably not compulsory but think it’s a nice touch for those buying a painting, as it’s a record of what they’ve bought. 
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Robert Jones, Napa

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Afterthought, yes, I always do write a note on the back of paintings - not so much to establish copyright, but as information to any restorer (get me!  I doubt my work will ever find its way to a conservator, but - you never know). The information is my name; the medium used; the type of varnish used; things a restorer would find helpful to know.  On balance, I think I will formalize this a bit - I will provide a certificate, but will still write a note on the back of the painting or backing board; so the certificate will be an addition, not an instead-of.   I'm thinking of ways of combining the two memos, basically: in a form that's less likely to get lost over the years - and thinking of the number of times we're asked to identify a painting from a signature that's as hard to read as a doctor's handwriting, or from a style (which can be amazingly difficult) I'm hoping it might make identification of paintings a bit easier for those who inhabit the POL of 2050.   Purely in passing - anyone got any EFFECTIVE methods of discouraging mice?  This old pile was full of cracks and passage-ways in the walls even before a landslip made even more, so blocking up the runs and points of entry is impossible ... there IS an arty side to this: I find it really hard to concentrate on painting when I've been kept awake half the night by legions of critters gnawing through the lath and plaster.....  You can't say you don't get a variety of subjects to consider here..............

Norrette Moore

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I found interrupting their sense of smell to be the most effective.  Jeyes* fluid outside, drops of eucalyptus oil inside, and strong disinfectant down the drains and loo. You'll need to bulk buy. Empty food bin daily. *Although they changed the recipe so is not as strong as it used to be.
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Paul (Dixie) Dean

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They don’t Like anything strong smelling that upset there senses , any kind of smell that is strong works so use something you like and can tolerate. Unfortunately they have totally ruins Jayes Fliud it was the best thing for hundreds of jobs , H&S to blame for sure . 

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