FAQ's

Can I visit your studio to view originals?

Yes, please make an appointment using my booking calendar or email directly hello@chriscyprus.com

Do you take commissions?

I do not take commissions at the present time.

How did you become an artist?

I am a self-taught artist who began painting over 20 years ago as a way of dealing with a series of challenging life events. Because i had no formal art education, it was difficult to find opportunities so i began making my own opportunities and built an art studio in a former cotton Mill in my home town Mossley. I was lucky to have my work spotted by a researcher which led to my paintings being featured on BBC One Show, ITV and more recently Sky arts Channel.

What prices are your original paintings?

My original paintings start from around £1000, for a smaller to medium piece up to 12,000 + for a larger canvas.

Do you ship original art outside the UK?

Yes, my original works are shipped unframed worldwide using DPD fully tracked service. Click for shipping info

Do you sell prints?

I sell a range of Limited Edition Signed Prints online and will be launching a new range of open-edition unsigned prints in the coming weeks. Sign up to my subscribers group for all the latest news on these

Which art mediums do you use?

I prefer to use highly pigmented traditional oils . Over the years i have learned it is better to spend a bit more of good quality paints, as the vibrancy and tonal ranges are so much better. I use Pebeó primer paste as a texture base on my canvas, before applying a quick drying acrylic as the base colour. Then for the final detail it is Michael Harding or Old Holland oils.

Do you visit schools?

I would be happy to visit your school to give an inspirational talk, take part in a Q and A session or facilitate coursework development with GCSE students. My half day rate for secondary school visits is a flat fee of £375. Please get in touch to discuss your requirements. hello@chriscyprus.com

Do you show work at other galleries?

Here is a current list of galleries where you can view my original works