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How to Create a Certificate of Authenticity

1.  Include the title of the painting, drawing, sculpture, print, etc., and the artist. (ie This is to certify that this original oil painting entitled “Entwined” was painted by Graham Matthews)
   
2. Add the medium. (ie artist quality oil paint)
   
3. State the materials used. (ie Gesso primed stretched canvas, 200g)
   
4. Some artists like to include a smallimage of the artwork on the certificate, although this is not necessary if there is a good description.
   
5. Have the name of the artist, and the year of creation included.
   
   
6. State the exact dimensions of the piece, and extra details if it is a limited edition.
   
7. Where the artwork was created, usually a country.
   
8. Whether it is an original or reproduction (print).
   
9. Create a certificate numbering or code system, and include a different number for each artwork. Record the code for your own records as well.
    
   
10. Sign your full name in ink and include the date.
    
11. Include contact information (address and email), and the link for your art website. It may be a very good idea to include the link to where the artwork can be viewed online, to further authenticate that you are its creator.
    
12. Declare that all copyrights are retained by the artist, and that the artwork cannot be reproduced without consent from you.
    
13. Some artists like to rubber stamp their certificate for added authenticity.
    
14. Give brief instructions on how to care for the artwork.
    
15. If it is applicable, include extra information about the artwork, such as where it has been published, and where it has been exhibited.
    
16. Include care instructions if it is appropriate. (ie Keep away from fluorescent lighting and direct sunlight, and from areas with high humidity, and at normal room temperature – 18-23C)

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