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An optional Velcro® closure ensures that everything stays inside, so your artwork stays safe no matter where it goes.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>The \u003Ca href=\"https://www.framedestination.com/ctg/photo-storage/gallery-pouch.html\">GalleryPouch™ bubble bag\u003C/a> has proven to have many other great uses, from the practical to the artsy, so pick up a few extra bubble bags and get started on some unique, creative crafts or ingenious solutions to everyday problems.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Get your art supplies and tools travel-ready.\u003C/h2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>GalleryPouch™ bubble bags with Velcro® are a great way to safely transport your art supplies while traveling. Lay out your supplies after placing them in one or more paintbrush/paint holders, caddies, storage bins, etc., and measure the overall length, width, and depth of the items. Using the bubble bags with Velcro® ensures that even your tiniest paint brushes or drawing and photo tools will stay safe and secure within the bag.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Protect tablets, laptops and more on the go.\u003C/h2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Tablets, laptops, smartphones, and monitors are now everyday items that are commonly used — and commonly broken, the most frequent damage being a cracked screen. Even when using a tablet case or laptop skin, which can be expensive, tablets and laptops may not survive being tossed in a briefcase, backpack or purse. Add small bits of dust or dirt can easily find their way into exposed ports. Add extra protection with a GalleryPouch™ bubble bag, which will prevent keys, pens and other items from scratching and cracking them on the go. This applies to phones and sunglasses, too!\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pack breakables when moving.\u003C/h2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>When moving to a new home or office, packing breakable items such as plates, glasses and delicate items can be the most time-consuming task of them all. Instead of cutting large sheets of bubble wrap to size or using paper, use GalleryPouch™ bubble bags. Plates can slide right inside, and you can even order bags made to fit particularly large platters or oddly-shaped vases. Unlike most sheets of bubble wrap that have been cut and crumbled paper, you can reuse the bubble bags later.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Store delicate and beloved holiday décor.\u003C/h2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Art or decorations that you only bring out of storage for special occasions such as Christmas, Hanukkah and Thanksgiving are often cherished items, many of which are fragile. Store ornaments, centerpieces and handmade decorations in sturdy bubble bags to ensure that you can keep them around for years to come.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Get creative with bubble wrap.\u003C/h2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Once your bubble bag has served its purpose, there are dozens of crafty ways to use the last of it. With the kids, cut out shapes such as circles and stars from the bubble wrap to use as stamps, or just drop blocks in the bag and tie shut. But you don’t even need to cut the bubble wrap — just use it as a stamp to make your own interesting shapes and textures.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>You can also paint on the bubble bag itself to create unique decorations with the kids. This Thanksgiving, cut out a corncob-shaped piece of bubble bag and paint or color the bubbles yellow (or a collection of brown, orange and white). After it dries, staple or tie a “husk” to one end, and you have instant Thanksgiving-themed décor: a bubble-bag corncob.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>There are more uses to the GalleryPouch™ bubble bag than just professionally storing artwork. Use a bubble bag during travel, to store your valuables, or do crafts with the kids — and get the most out of this innovative, durable material.\u003C/p>\n","\u003Cp>The GalleryPouch™ bubble bag was designed and created with art in mind: it has the perfect size, shape and durability to protect picture frames, canvas gallery wraps and rolled prints. An optional Velcro® closure ensures that everything stays inside, so your artwork stays safe no matter where it goes. The GalleryPouch™ bubble bag has proven […]\u003C/p>\n","2017-11-13T05:21:09","2022-11-04T14:01:33",[151],{"name":140,"slug":152},"gallery-pouch",{"url":154,"label":155},"https://frameblog.framedestination.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/FrameDestination-Blog-GalleryPouch.jpg","",{"id":157,"title":158,"uri":159,"content":160,"excerpt":161,"date":162,"modified":163,"categories":164,"image":169},"cG9zdDoxMjM1","How to Pack and Ship Framed Artwork","/resources/pack-and-ship-artwork","\n\u003Cp>We’ve already discussed \u003Ca href=\"https://www.framedestination.com/blog/gallery-pouch/how-to-pack-canvas-prints\">how to pack canvas prints\u003C/a> for shipping, but when it comes to packing framed pieces, it’s a totally different ballgame. To make sure your framed artwork arrives at its destination totally intact, follow four simple steps — which I'll \"unpack\" below.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Packing and Shipping Framed Pictures\u003C/h2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 1: Wrap the Piece in Acid-Free Paper First\u003C/h3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>If you’re an artist shipping your piece to a buyer, a good way to ensure your artwork stays intact is by first wrapping it in \u003Ca href=\"https://www.framedestination.com/prod/c/frame-backing-paper-acid-free.html\">acid-free paper\u003C/a> which is the same material used in archival documents. It will protect the painting from being penetrated by materials that could potentially damage or leave an imprint on the piece.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 2: Tightly Wrap with Cling Film\u003C/h3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>A common way framed art gets damaged during shipment is when the frame detaches from the piece, breaking in the process. You can help prevent this separation by tightly wrapping the artwork with cling film — like plastic wrap but stickier. Once you have the piece framed and glazed per your specifications, start from the back and wrap the cling film around several times to be sure it’s extra secure. \u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Starting from the back of the piece ensures that there won’t be messy diagonal sections of cling film blocking the front, or visual focus, of your piece. For good measure, hold the cling film in place with some packing tape along the seams.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 3: Use Edge Guards and Corner Protectors\u003C/h3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>If you ship a lot of framed artwork, it’s always good to have a large supply of \u003Ca href=\"https://www.framedestination.com/prod/s/frame-corner-protectors-12-pack.html\">edge guards and corner protectors\u003C/a>. Plastic or another hard material will safeguard the edges and corners of the frame; however, cardboard also works well for most pieces. \u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Simply tape the corner protectors on each corner of the piece, and tape the edge guards around the edges. (Since the tape should not be touching the artwork directly, any sort of packing tape will work.) These protective guards add extra shock absorption to prevent the glass and frame from cracking.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 4: Air Cushions and Insulating Foam\u003C/h3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Speaking of shock absorption: Air cushions and insulating foam go a long way toward keeping your art safe during shipping. You can find both at most home supply centers and hardware stores. Purchase or cut insulating foam that’s slightly larger than the piece itself. Then construct an “art sandwich” using packing tape to bind the two slices of foam together, with your art tucked safely in the center.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Air pillows or \u003Ca href=\"https://www.danapoly.com/View/Cushion-Bags-Air-Bags\">air cushions\u003C/a> can be placed around your art sandwich like side dishes, to keep the analogy going. You can start with a layer of air cushioning around the piece once it’s inside the shipping box. Now, instead of your art absorbing the damaging vibrations and sudden jolts of shipping, the air cushions will. They also keep the piece from slip-sliding around in the box, which can cause severe damage.\u003Cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"> \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 5: Use a Durable Shipping Box\u003C/h3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>The final piece of the puzzle is a sturdy shipping box. If you have the funds and want to splurge on high-quality shipping boxes, \u003Ca href=\"https://masterpak-usa.com/products/titan-strongbox-unlined\">MasterPak’s StrongBox brand boxes\u003C/a> have three layers of foam and cardboard that are as strong as plywood. The multiple layers provide exceptional shock absorption. If this isn’t a feasible option for you, try finding cardboard shipping boxes that are exceptionally thick and well made. In addition to the insulating foam that you taped around the piece itself, you can also use more insulating foam to line the inside of the box for extra protection.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 6: Always Use “Fragile” Labels\u003C/h3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>In the movie A Christmas Story, Ralphie’s dad receives his “major award” in a big box marked “Fra-gee-lay.” Well, you need to do the same when shipping artwork. This may be a no-brainier for some people, but using “fragile” labels on your package might make the delivery companies think twice about how they are handling your piece. Unfortunately, this isn’t always the case, and some shipping companies simply ignore “fragile” labels and “handle with care” signs. \u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>It’s worth a shot though. Placing a fragile label on the package doesn’t take much time and doing so means the shippers are at least somewhat aware that it should be handled delicately. If that label isn’t on the package, there’s no way for them to know it’s fragile, so you’re not even giving them a chance to handle the it differently than how they handle all the other packages.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 7: Use Only High-Quality Packing Tape\u003C/h3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Using a high-quality packing tape is important. It will help the package stay together during the shipping process (which usually involves a lot of manhandling and tossing into trucks). You also want to be sure the piece itself is protected inside the package. Taping a wrapped painting to a sheet of \u003Ca href=\"https://www.framedestination.com/ctg/framing-supplies/foam-board/full-sheet-foam-boards.html\">foam board\u003C/a> will provide extra support and protection—just don’t wrap the piece in plain bubble wrap!\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Overkill? We Think Not\u003C/h2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Pilling on the layers of defense may take a little more time, but not nearly as long as it took to create the art. In other words, it's time well spent.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Be sure to comment below if you have any additional tips for packing and shipping framed artwork. We'd love to hear from you.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan>\u003Cstrong>Last Updated November 1, 2023\u003C/strong>\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n","\u003Cp>We’ve already discussed how to pack canvas prints for shipping, but when it comes to packing framed pieces, it’s a totally different ballgame. To make sure your framed artwork arrives at its destination totally intact, follow four simple steps — which I’ll “unpack” below. Packing and Shipping Framed Pictures Step 1: Wrap the Piece in […]\u003C/p>\n","2014-10-01T09:09:53","2023-11-01T12:54:48",[165,166],{"name":140,"slug":152},{"name":167,"slug":168},"Resources","resources",{"url":170,"label":171},"https://frameblog.framedestination.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/Blog-Post-FD-Header-How-to-Pack-Ship.jpg","pack and ship framed artwork",{"id":173,"title":174,"uri":175,"content":176,"excerpt":177,"date":178,"modified":179,"categories":180,"image":182},"cG9zdDoxMjMy","How Do I Pack My Canvas Prints for a Client or Gallery Showing?","/gallery-pouch/how-to-pack-canvas-prints","\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Congratulations!\u003C/strong> You’ve sold that beautiful canvas you worked so hard on for so long and put so much of yourself into. Of course, because it is so important to you, you want to make sure that when you ship your canvas piece—whether to a customer or to a gallery—that it is professionally and securely packaged and arrives looking as pristine and professional as it left your hands.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>How can you pack your \u003Ca href=\"https://www.framedestination.com/blog/picture-frames/how-to-frame-canvas-prints\">canvas prints or paintings\u003C/a> to ensure they arrives to its final destination looking as you intended the piece to look? Check out these tips on damage-proof ways to pack your canvas prints and paintings.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Wrap a Canvas for Packing\u003C/h2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>To wrap and pack a canvas print or painting, use protective materials like glassine paper, bubble wrap, and a sturdy box to prevent damage during storage or transport. Secure all edges and corners to avoid dents, scratches, or tears.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Col class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Clean Hands and Workspace\u003C/strong> – Ensure hands are clean and work on a soft, flat surface.\u003C/li>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Cover with Glassine Paper\u003C/strong> – Place glassine paper over the artwork to protect against smudging and sticking.\u003C/li>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Add Corner Protectors\u003C/strong> – Use foam or cardboard corner protectors to shield edges from impact.\u003C/li>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Wrap in Bubble Wrap\u003C/strong> – Secure the artwork with multiple layers of bubble wrap, ensuring full coverage.\u003C/li>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Secure with Packing Tape\u003C/strong> – Tape the bubble wrap firmly without applying pressure to the artwork.\u003C/li>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Use a Sturdy Box\u003C/strong> – Place the wrapped canvas in a heavy-duty, appropriately sized box with padding.\u003C/li>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Fill Empty Spaces\u003C/strong> – Add packing paper, foam, or peanuts to prevent movement inside the box.\u003C/li>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Seal and Label the Box\u003C/strong> – Tape the box securely and label it as \"Fragile\" and \"This Side Up\" if necessary.\u003C/li>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Consider Double Boxing\u003C/strong> – For extra protection, place the first box inside a slightly larger one with padding.\u003C/li>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Store or Ship Carefully\u003C/strong> – Keep the package in a dry, climate-controlled space or use a reliable shipping service.\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ol>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Use Plastic Wrap for Initial Protection\u003C/h3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>First and foremost, it is absolutely critical that the piece is 100 percent dry. If it’s not, wrapping it in plastic wrap may damage the work. Start from the back of the piece and wrap it all the way around once at a straight angle, and then pull the wrap diagonally down the backside to start your next row.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>By starting from the back, it leaves the front of the piece with a smooth finish and the diagonal sections on the back. When the recipient opens the package, they’ll see a smooth surface where the focus of the piece is—a much more professional looking sight than all the diagonal pieces of plastic.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Also, cut small slits into the back of the plastic so there is breathing room for the art. This will ensure there won’t be moisture trapped inside and the piece won’t crack.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Single-Wall Cardboard\u003C/h3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>The next piece of the packing puzzle should include a piece of single-wall cardboard, which is another form of padding. This will offer a thicker and sturdier piece of protection and will serve as another box that can absorb shock if the package happens to be handled roughly in the shipping process.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Most shipping companies require you to do this when shipping fragile pieces so there is less chance for damage. You can use double-wall cardboard if your piece is extra heavy, but a single-wall piece should suffice for most normal-sized pieces. Measure the width and the depth of your piece, double each measurement, and use a box cutter to cut the proper length in the cardboard.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>However, make sure you have the longest side of the painting parallel with the cardboard grain; this will ensure you can fold the ends over and seal the cardboard closed. Tape the cardboard piece shut, and pinch off the ends to create extra shock absorption.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bubble Wrap\u003C/h3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Never place bubble wrap directly on the piece. There is a very good chance that if you do, especially if the bubbles are flush with the piece, you’ll have a not-so-professional-looking bubble-wrap pattern indented in the paint or ink. This may ultimately ruin the piece, and you’ll have a very unhappy recipient.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>You can, however, opt to use \u003Ca href=\"https://www.framedestination.com/ctg/photo-storage/gallery-pouch.html\">GalleryPouch™ bubble bags\u003C/a>, which are flat on both sides, or use bubble wrap on the outside of the cardboard that you placed around the outside of the painting. Usually one layer is enough to provide extra shock absorption – just fold the bubble wrap in half lengthwise and then tape it to the edges of the painting.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>To save time and for added protection with a cleaner more professional look, use the  GalleryPouch™ bubble bags which come in two options – with a flap or with a Velcro strip. They are heavy-duty, see-through plastic “envelopes” made of a special extra protective 3/16 inch bubble wrap material that is permanently sealed on three sides.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>The open end of the pouch is secured with a flap or a reusable Velcro strip which means they can be used again and again to transport art back and forth to shows.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Leave No Space in the Outer Shipping Box\u003C/h3>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Once you’ve wrapped the piece in plastic wrap, placed it in a cardboard casing, and then wrapped the cardboard in bubble wrap, you’re finally ready to put the whole thing in a box for shipping.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>When packing your piece in the outer box, your goal is to fill that box as much as possible, leaving no space between the wrapped art and the outer box itself. Even a small amount of unused space in the box could result in damage to the piece. You can do this by either cutting the box down to size, or filling the voids with extra bubble wrap or crumpled paper.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Use the highest quality packing tape you can find and be sure to create enough tension on all the edges and corners of the box so there’s no way it can come open. Throw on a “Fra-gee-lay” (Fragile) sticker (or 10) in the hopes that the delivery company will handle your piece with care. And now, your canvas print is ready to send to a client or art gallery!\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Written by \u003Ca href=\"/info/mark-rogers-author.html\">Mark Rogers\u003C/a>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cimg src=\"https://res.cloudinary.com/frame-destination/c_lpad,dpr_2.0,q_auto/v1/media/wysiwyg/Mark_Rogers.jpeg?_i=AB\" alt=\"Mark Rogers\"> Mark Rogers is the President and Co-Founder of Frame Destination. With over 20 years of experience in the field, Mark has become a leading authority on framing techniques and best practices, and has earned a reputation for his innovative approaches to custom framing and frame services for photographers and artists.\u003C/p>\u003Cbr>\n","\u003Cp>Congratulations! You’ve sold that beautiful canvas you worked so hard on for so long and put so much of yourself into. Of course, because it is so important to you, you want to make sure that when you ship your canvas piece—whether to a customer or to a gallery—that it is professionally and securely packaged […]\u003C/p>\n","2014-09-24T14:10:41","2025-01-30T16:54:42",[181],{"name":140,"slug":152},{"url":183,"label":184},"https://frameblog.framedestination.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/pack-canvas-prints.jpg","how to pack canvas prints",{"id":186,"title":187,"uri":188,"content":189,"excerpt":190,"date":191,"modified":192,"categories":193,"image":195},"cG9zdDoxMTMy","A Simply Elegant Solution for Packing Pictures – The GalleryPouch™","/gallery-pouch/a-simply-elegant-solution-for-packing-pictures-the-gallerypouch","\n\u003Cp>\u003Cem>By Tom Hubbard for the Portland Metro Photographic News (11/09/2009)\u003C/em>\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>For exhibiting photographers, one of the most time consuming, costly and frustrating experiences is packing valuable pictures for shipping. I consider this on-going and thankless event a total waste of my time. Yet, it can’t be avoided.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\u003Cimg data-public-id=\"blog/GalleryPouch-1/GalleryPouch-1.jpg\" src=\"https://res.cloudinary.com/frame-destination/images/w_336,h_535,c_scale/f_auto,q_auto/v1667588540/blog/GalleryPouch-1/GalleryPouch-1.jpg?_i=AA\" alt=\"Gallery Pouch\" class=\"wp-post-1132 wp-image-4578\" data-format=\"jpg\" data-transformations=\"f_auto,q_auto\" data-version=\"1667588540\" data-seo=\"1\">\u003C/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Pictured above are the tools of my picture packaging trade.\u003Cbr>• Bubble wrap\u003Cbr>• Various types of tape\u003Cbr>• Knife\u003Cbr>• Scissors\u003Cbr>• The compulsory first-aid items\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>I’ve been preparing pictures for shipping for decades. Even with my experience, I can expect to spend about 15 to 20 minutes wrapping each framed picture. Multiply that by an exhibit containing 20 images and I’ve lost 5 hours or more of my day. And, I still have to box up all the wrapped images to FedEx or UPS specs.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\u003Cimg data-public-id=\"blog/gallerypouch-bags/gallerypouch-bags.png\" src=\"https://res.cloudinary.com/frame-destination/images/w_629,h_329,c_scale/f_auto,q_auto/v1667588563/blog/gallerypouch-bags/gallerypouch-bags.png?_i=AA\" alt=\"gallerypouch bags\" class=\"wp-post-1132 wp-image-1241\" data-format=\"png\" data-transformations=\"f_auto,q_auto\" data-version=\"1667588563\" data-seo=\"1\">\u003C/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>The result looks something like the picture above – a framed picture enclosed in bubble wrap and secured with “the tape of the day”. It works, but in the process, I have cut the bubble wrap to size, “popped” several bubbles and probably nicked my fingers on the tape dispenser or knife.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>To make matters worse, I have to carefully unpack each picture to re-pack them at the conclusion of the exhibit. Forget about the tape, it’s trash. New tape will have to be applied when repacking the picture. As a result, I take extra bubble wrap and tape to each exhibit to replace any damaged shipping material.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Can you tell that I dread this chore?\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>A company called Frame Destination, based in Dallas, Texas sent me samples of their newest product GalleryPouch™. The decision to send PMPN these samples was not arbitrary. A PMPN Guest Commentator and PMPN Photo Contest judge, Andrew Darlow, was one of the developers of this product. Andrew is aware of the vibrant fine art photography community in the Pacific Northwest and was eager to give PMPN a first-look at this 21st century packaging solution.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>GalleryPouch™ is a simple, but impressive, solution for packing fine art prints. After using the GalleryPouch™, the first question that comes to mind is, “Why didn’t someone think of this before?”\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\">\u003Cimg data-public-id=\"blog/Gallery_Pouch_Santora-1/Gallery_Pouch_Santora-1.jpg\" src=\"https://res.cloudinary.com/frame-destination/images/w_1024,h_768,c_scale/f_auto,q_auto/v1661679126/blog/Gallery_Pouch_Santora-1/Gallery_Pouch_Santora-1.jpg?_i=AA\" alt=\"Gallery Pouch Around Painting\" class=\"wp-post-1132 wp-image-4729\" data-format=\"jpg\" data-transformations=\"f_auto,q_auto\" data-version=\"1661679126\" data-seo=\"1\">\u003C/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>GalleryPouch™ come in two flavors – with a flap or with a Velcro strip. They are heavy-duty, see-through plastic “envelopes” made of a special 3/16 inch bubble wrap material that is permanently sealed on three sides. The open end of the pouch is secured with a flap or a reusable Velcro strip. PMPN tested the Velcro strip version (shown above).\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\u003Cimg data-public-id=\"blog/gallery-pouch6/gallery-pouch6.jpg\" src=\"https://res.cloudinary.com/frame-destination/images/w_576,h_436,c_scale/f_auto,q_auto/v1661463193/blog/gallery-pouch6/gallery-pouch6.jpg?_i=AA\" alt=\"Putting Painting in Bubble Wrap\" class=\"wp-post-1132 wp-image-1138\" data-format=\"jpg\" data-transformations=\"f_auto,q_auto\" data-version=\"1661463193\" data-seo=\"1\">\u003C/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>I first noticed the label in the corner of each GalleryPouch™. In large block letters is the size of the pouch – making it easy to find the right size bag from a collection of multiple bags -- with room remaining to personalize the pouch with the name of the picture enclosed.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\u003Cimg data-public-id=\"blog/gallery-pouch5/gallery-pouch5.jpg\" src=\"https://res.cloudinary.com/frame-destination/images/w_576,h_436,c_scale/f_auto,q_auto/v1661463200/blog/gallery-pouch5/gallery-pouch5.jpg?_i=AA\" alt=\"Gallery Pouch Liner\" class=\"wp-post-1132 wp-image-1137\" data-format=\"jpg\" data-transformations=\"f_auto,q_auto\" data-version=\"1661463200\" data-seo=\"1\">\u003C/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Close up of the unique bubble wrap envelope with pre-positioned Velcro strip\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>The bubble wrap material is special because it’s SMOOTH on both sides. There are NO exposed bubbles. Popping bubbles is nearly impossible. I intentionally tried to pop some of the bubbles. This included the traditional “between the fingers” popping technique every child relishes as well as standing on the envelope. It wasn’t until I used a sharp object that I could destroy a bubble. Being smooth on both sides means the picture EASILY slips into the wrap without catching on a bubble OR, worse yet, popping a bubble.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\">\u003Cimg data-public-id=\"blog/gallery-pouch7/gallery-pouch7.jpg\" src=\"https://res.cloudinary.com/frame-destination/images/w_576,h_436,c_scale/f_auto,q_auto/v1661463196/blog/gallery-pouch7/gallery-pouch7.jpg?_i=AA\" alt=\"Protective Bag for Painting\" class=\"wp-post-1132 wp-image-1139\" data-format=\"jpg\" data-transformations=\"f_auto,q_auto\" data-version=\"1661463196\" data-seo=\"1\">\u003C/figure>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>My picture slipped into the end of the pouch. (Taking all of 2 seconds.) The GalleryPouch™ comes in a variety of standard sizes or you can request custom sizes to fit your specific frame dimensions. Nice.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>GalleryPouch™ closed and sealed with two-part Velcro strip\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>When the picture is slipped into the pouch for the first time, the protective strip from the Velcro is removed and the flap is bent to contact the pouch surface for a permanent seal. From this point on, the two-part Velcro strip only needs to be brought in contact with each other to seal the picture. Another 2 seconds.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Walla -- my masterpiece is packaged, sealed and ready for boxing. The entire process took less than 5 seconds. And the pouch can be re-used indefinitely. \u003Cstrong>\u003Cem>Imagine, a one-time packaging investment to protect an image for its entire exhibition life\u003C/em>\u003C/strong>. No more rolls of bubble wrap. No more tape. No more scissors or knives. No more frustration and time wasted. Because the pouch is clear, I can see the image without taking it out of its protective bubble.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Because of their construction and perfectly flat design, I can store all my pouches in one of the final shipping boxes. That’s quite a space savings and headache eliminator.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>For a few pennies more, protective corners can be ordered to prevent a sharp-edged frame from piercing the bag. (Add 5 more second to attach the corner.) If you normally place cardboard on either side of your shipped pictures, there’s room for that too.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Now when it’s time to strike an exhibit, I can pull out all my pouches, place them below each hung picture, take the picture off the wall and slip them directly into their protective shipping pouch. An entire exhibit “struck” and ready for boxing in 10 minutes or less.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>The GalleryPouch™ I used was 20” x 24”. It can be ordered with the flap/Velcro on either the vertical or horizontal edge. You specify the opening when you order. Pouches can be ordered in more than 100 standard sizes or custom sizes up to 50 inches by 156 inches.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>The same pouch can be ordered in a “tube” version for rolled prints, posters, etc. The pouches in their smaller standard sizes also provide excellent protection for your camera gear. Camera bodies, lenses and sensitive accessories can be afforded extra protection from bumps, dust and moisture when placed inside a GalleryPouch.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Because the bubbles are nearly impossible to break, I found that the GalleryPouch™ also make an ideal knelling cushion and work surface when shooting on location.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>For it’s primary purpose of economically protecting photographic artwork and simplifying the packaging process, I know of nothing better. Frame Destination gets high praise from PMPN for developing a creative, versatile and cost-effective solution to an on-going problem as well as giving photographers a simple product that saves hours of time and frustration – the GalleryPouch™.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Prices for the GalleryPouch™ are size dependent and begin at $5.37. It’s worth mentioning that each re-usable GalleryPouch™ is a long-term investment. These are not one-time, throwaway shipping envelopes.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Learn more on \u003Ca href=\"https://www.framedestination.com/ctg/photo-storage/gallery-pouch.html\">our website\u003C/a> or the website established specifically for the product.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>This post was originally published on pmpn.com and has been reproduced in its entirety.\u003C/p>\n","\u003Cp>By Tom Hubbard for the Portland Metro Photographic News (11/09/2009) For exhibiting photographers, one of the most time consuming, costly and frustrating experiences is packing valuable pictures for shipping. I consider this on-going and thankless event a total waste of my time. Yet, it can’t be avoided. Pictured above are the tools of my picture […]\u003C/p>\n","2014-05-22T11:57:30","2022-11-04T14:07:41",[194],{"name":140,"slug":152},{"url":196,"label":197},"https://frameblog.framedestination.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/gallery-pouch-header1.jpg","GalleryPouch banner",{"id":199,"title":200,"uri":201,"content":202,"excerpt":203,"date":204,"modified":205,"categories":206,"image":208},"cG9zdDo5NzE=","Frame Destination’s GalleryPouch™ Bubble Bags – Protection You Can Count On","/gallery-pouch/the-photo-storage-solution","\n\u003Cp>Hi, I’m Joely Rogers, Vice President of Frame Destination. I am also a long-time visual artist, and I’d like to share my experience using  \u003Ca href=\"https://www.framedestination.com/ctg/photo-storage/gallery-pouch.html\">GalleryPouch™ Bubble Bags\u003C/a> to transport some of my artwork to a gallery in downtown Dallas.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>The GalleryPouch™ was invented by photographer, author and consultant Andrew Darlow and co-developed with Frame Destination, the exclusive producer and retailer of GalleryPouch™ products. Made of heavyweight 3/16 inch polyethylene bubble, this protective bag is the ideal way to protect nearly any type of artwork for transport, shipping, and/or storage. The transport factor is what I wanted to test for my recent art show.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Now you may be saying to yourself, “I’m a careful person. Can’t I just wrap a sheet, piece of plastic or bubble wrap around my art to transport it?” Maybe, however, these items are not necessarily designed to handle certain situations. For example, check out how many different “opportunities” to damage my artwork occurred during the 40 minutes it took me to drive from the office to the gallery.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Col class=\"wp-block-list\">\u003Cli>Carrying it from the office to my car in 20 mph wind gusts.\u003C/li>\u003Cli>Sliding around in my trunk on the drive down.\u003C/li>\u003Cli>Carrying it through a busy parking garage and navigating 3 narrow doors.\u003C/li>\u003Cli>Getting on a crowded elevator.\u003C/li>\u003Cli>People pressing against it in the elevator.\u003C/li>\u003Cli>Someone knocking it out of my hand as I’m getting off the elevator.\u003C/li>\u003Cli>Getting bumped during art intake at the gallery.\u003C/li>\u003C/ol>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Basically, I took my art through a moving obstacle course! Thanks to the GalleryPouch™ Bubble Bag though, all of my framed paintings and photographs arrived without a scratch on the frames or glazing. These bags are reusable and made exclusively at Frame Destination’s facility. Check out the GalleryPouch™ blog for more information or contact us with questions.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-image\">\u003Cimg data-public-id=\"blog/gallery-pouch8/gallery-pouch8.jpg\" src=\"https://res.cloudinary.com/frame-destination/images/w_576,h_436,c_scale/f_auto,q_auto/v1661463189/blog/gallery-pouch8/gallery-pouch8.jpg?_i=AA\" alt=\"GalleryPouch Bubble Bag\" class=\"wp-post-971 wp-image-1140\" data-format=\"jpg\" data-transformations=\"f_auto,q_auto\" data-version=\"1661463189\" data-seo=\"1\">\u003C/figure>\n","\u003Cp>Hi, I’m Joely Rogers, Vice President of Frame Destination. I am also a long-time visual artist, and I’d like to share my experience using  GalleryPouch™ Bubble Bags to transport some of my artwork to a gallery in downtown Dallas. The GalleryPouch™ was invented by photographer, author and consultant Andrew Darlow and co-developed with Frame Destination, […]\u003C/p>\n","2014-01-10T16:11:49","2022-11-04T14:09:57",[207],{"name":140,"slug":152},{"url":209,"label":210},"https://frameblog.framedestination.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/protecting-your-art-with-bubble-bags.png","protecting your art with bubble bags",{"id":212,"title":213,"uri":214,"content":215,"excerpt":216,"date":217,"modified":218,"categories":219,"image":221},"cG9zdDo4Mzc=","Packing Art and Photos to Keep Them Safe While Moving","/gallery-pouch/moving-with-artwork","\n\u003Cp>When we’re packing up to move there are a few things that get special wrapping and packing attention: electronics, dishes, mirrors, and glass. Your framed and unframed artwork and photos should be right up there with other valuables. Whether you’re packing a one-of-a-kind art piece or precious family photos, most art can’t be replaced if damaged. So take the time to get the right packing supplies and to carefully wrap and pack your artwork before moving day.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Packing Picture Frames\u003C/h2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>When you take your framed photos and art off the wall and side tables, take the time to pack them up carefully and properly. When packing framed art, every part needs to be protected from damage: the frame, the glass, and the photo itself.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>To keep everything well away from damage, place \u003Ca href=\"https://www.framedestination.com/prod/s/frame-corner-protectors-12-pack.html\">frame corner protectors\u003C/a> on the frame, then slip the whole thing into a \u003Ca href=\"https://www.framedestination.com/ctg/photo-storage/gallery-pouch.html\">GalleryPouch™ bubble bag\u003C/a>. The GalleryPouch™ was specifically designed with framed art in mind, so frames fit easily in the pouch and sharp corners won’t puncture the extra reinforced air pockets. You can order the GalleryPouch™ in popular frame sizes and custom sizes to fit all frames. (They’re also great for protecting electronics and other valuables during moving without dealing with thin traditional bubble wrap and rolls of tape.)\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Next, box the whole thing up. Moving and storage companies offer picture and mirror boxes in a variety of sizes that will further protect your framed pieces. If the box is bigger than the bubble-bagged piece, line it with packing peanuts or newspaper so that there is no room for the piece to shift or slide around.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Finally, pack and move the boxes so that the pieces are standing upright; placing boxes flat can cause warping and heightens the risk of broken glass (that will then scratch or otherwise damage your photo or art). Make sure that the boxes are packed in a way that keeps them from sliding during transit.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Packing Unframed Art & Loose Photos\u003C/h2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Whether your unframed art and photos are displayed or in storage, they’re particularly vulnerable during a move. Putting your art and pictures in a file folder or shoe box and then stuffing that into a larger moving box isn’t enough.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Even the slightest amount of exposure to the acids that naturally occur in paper products could cause damage to your photos or art – and many moving materials are made of paper or cardboard. To prevent contamination and exposure, place all your photos and unframed art in archival-quality, acid-free packing or storage materials such as acid-free clear plastic bags and \u003Ca href=\"https://www.framedestination.com/prod/c/self-adhesive-hinging-tissue.html\">acid-free tissue paper\u003C/a>. Once the photos are in acid-free materials, pack them in an enclosed space that is strong enough to protect them – like a \u003Ca href=\"https://www.framedestination.com/prod/c/archival-photo-storage-box-acid-free.html\">museum-quality storage box\u003C/a> or the GalleryPouch™ (both options are also acid-free). These materials will help keep your unframed art and photos from being crinkled, torn, scratched, or damaged while moved, and also protect them from the harmful materials in moving boxes.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>If you’re not displaying your unframed art, keep it stored in these acid-free, archival materials to preserve them over time. More on that in our blog, \u003Ca href=\"https://www.framedestination.com/blog/storage/how-to-store-photos-without-them-turning-yellow\">\u003Cem>How to Store Photos Without Them Turning Yellow\u003C/em>\u003C/a>.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Happy moving!\u003C/p>\n","\u003Cp>When we’re packing up to move there are a few things that get special wrapping and packing attention: electronics, dishes, mirrors, and glass. Your framed and unframed artwork and photos should be right up there with other valuables. Whether you’re packing a one-of-a-kind art piece or precious family photos, most art can’t be replaced if […]\u003C/p>\n","2013-06-13T10:45:01","2022-11-04T14:11:51",[220],{"name":140,"slug":152},{"url":222,"label":223},"https://frameblog.framedestination.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/Photo-Album-Frame-Destination.jpg","Photo Album Frame Destination",{"id":225,"title":226,"uri":227,"content":228,"excerpt":229,"date":230,"modified":231,"categories":232,"image":234},"cG9zdDozMzg=","Special New Bubble Bag Makes Framed Art Transport Easy","/gallery-pouch/special-new-bubble-bag-makes-framed-art-transport-easy","\u003Cdiv class=\"wp-block-image\">\n\u003Cfigure class=\"alignright\">\u003Cimg data-public-id=\"blog/Special-New-Bubble-Bag/Special-New-Bubble-Bag.jpg\" src=\"https://res.cloudinary.com/frame-destination/images/w_450,h_500,c_scale/f_auto,q_auto/v1661471539/blog/Special-New-Bubble-Bag/Special-New-Bubble-Bag.jpg?_i=AA\" alt=\"Special-New-Bubble-Bag\" class=\"wp-post-338 wp-image-2326\" data-format=\"jpg\" data-transformations=\"f_auto,q_auto\" data-version=\"1661471539\" data-seo=\"1\">\u003C/figure>\u003C/div>\n\n\n\u003Cp>Frame Destination Inc. has partnered with Andrew Darlow of The Imaging Buffet to bring to market our new \u003Ca href=\"https://www.framedestination.com/ctg/photo-storage/gallery-pouch.html\">GalleryPouch™ Gold art bubble bags \u003C/a>to solve the problem of safely transporting framed art and canvas gallery wraps to and from art galleries and art shows. Our best version of GalleryPouch™ Gold includes a resealable Velcro® flap. GalleryPouch™ Gold is available in over 100 standard sizes or full custom. They are available in square, rectangular and even tube shapes to help protect rolled canvas. We also offer the GalleryPouch™ Gold with just a flap and no Velcro® as a cost saving alternative. We have created a bubble bag help page with calculators to help you determine the size you need.\u003C/p>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>The GalleryPouch™ Gold is a premium bubble bag composed of heavy duty laminated 3/16 polyethylene bubble. The bubbles are sandwiched between two layers of durable polyethylene sheet to help protect the. The bag can be used over and over again to protect and transport art work. Our photography customers can also use the bags to help provide additional protection to portfolios or even tripods with the tube shaped GalleryPouch™ Gold.\u003C/p>\n","\u003Cp>Frame Destination Inc. has partnered with Andrew Darlow of The Imaging Buffet to bring to market our new GalleryPouch™ Gold art bubble bags to solve the problem of safely transporting framed art and canvas gallery wraps to and from art galleries and art shows. Our best version of GalleryPouch™ Gold includes a resealable Velcro® flap. […]\u003C/p>\n","2009-10-03T12:00:07","2022-11-04T14:12:17",[233],{"name":140,"slug":152},{"url":235,"label":236},"https://frameblog.framedestination.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/10/FD-BlogHero_IMG-special-generic-1.png","Special New Bubble Bag Makes Transport Easy"]