Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How are Chart Art prints created? Where do they come from?
A: Chart Art's inventory of prints comes from original paintings by
our artist Betty Vestuto. In other words, someone commissions an
original; we sell it at a very low price and retain the copyright.
We digitize the original and offer different options of 11 x 14 and
20 x 24 limited edition prints. Our originals are 30 x 36 and framed
in oak and brass. The price is $595 plus $50. shipping. That price
includes one item (ship, boat, station, aircraft, etc.) and some
generic background. Additional boats, buildings, lighthouses, custom
background, etc. increases the price $75. - $100 per item depending
on complexity and detail. Orders for originals
must include at least one 8 x 10 color photo of each ship, boat,
station, or plane (no aerial and we prefer several different
pictures to get all the details) and you must provide the chart you
wanted it painted on. - Originals take about a month, but we often
get backed up with several originals. Please feel free to send an
email if you have any more questions.
ChartArt@charter.net
Q: What do I need to order an original?
A: Browse our web site and get an idea of how you would like your
painting composed; Take a piece of 8.5 x 11 of plain paper
representing the chart, and sketch in where you want your ship or
boat or boats positioned on the chart. The objects in your sketch
don't have to be elaborate; you just need to give the artist an idea
of what you want and where you would like the objects placed; Get
some pictures of your boat(s), station, or ship. The pictures should
be 8 x 11 showing all the details of the side you want painted. If
you have more than one boat take a picture of how you want them
lined up, so that the artist can have an idea of their relative
sizes. If you want something special painted in the picture, such as
a lighthouse, bridge, etc. you must include a picture of that also;
Send the sketch and the pictures electronically to
ChartArt@charter.net . If
you have to mail them send them to: Chart Art 2102 NE 100TH ST
Seattle WA 98125-7624. Send us the chart you want us to paint on. On
the outside of the chart tube, with a magic marker, using fairly
large letters, put the name of your unit and the chart number. Send
the chart to: Chart Art Betty Vestuto 6425 Miner DR SW Tumwater WA
98512-7268 The cost is $595. plus $50 shipping. That includes one
boat, ship, or station with some generic background. Additional
boats or special background items are $75.00 each. The completed
order form must be sent to
ChartArt@charter.net or
faxed to (866) 229- 9029. Please don't send the order form to the
Tumwater address.
Q: How long does it take to get an order?
A: Chart Art usually ships the day after your order is received. We
ship US Priority mail which is normally delivered 3 days after
shipping. Orders received on Thursday and Friday will take a little
longer, but most orders are received within one week. If you are
ordering a 20x24, be sure to include a “Date Required” on the order
form as some of these can take up to two to three weeks.
Q: Why should I purchase a framed print when I can get it framed myself?
A: Chart Art only uses quality frames and I don’t think you will be
able to get your prints framed any less expensive than you can
purchase from us. You’ll get ours in a few days and it arrives ready
to hang.
Q: Can Chart Art get plaques and mount inside the framed print or on the frame?
A: We receive this request often but unfortunately our response is that we cannot place
plaques in or on the framed prints. Many customers have been successful purchasing their
own plaques, disassembling the framed print (which is very simple), and inserting a
plaque.