Calm in the Dark, an original VanArtHub painting given as a gift

The gift they keep

Original art is a gift nobody returns

An original painting is personal, lasting, and one of a kind. Every VanArtHub piece is signed, ships free across Canada and the US, and comes with a Certificate of Authenticity. Not right? The 14-day trial and Lifetime Trade-Back make it a safe gift to give, from about $531.

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Signed originals, never prints. From $531, free shipping.

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The safest meaningful gift you can give

Most gifts get used up or put away in a drawer. A painting hangs on a wall and gets seen every day for years. It carries the memory of who gave it, which is why people rarely part with art they were given. An original also says you put real thought into it. It is the only one of its kind, chosen for that person, not pulled off a shelf of identical items.

People hesitate to give art for two reasons, and both are already solved here. "What if they do not like it?" is covered by our 14-day trial, with a full refund and free return shipping, plus a Lifetime Trade-Back for store credit later. "Is it real and worth it?" is covered by originals only, each signed and sent with a Certificate of Authenticity. That is what makes an original painting one of the safest meaningful gifts you can give.

The short version

  • An original painting is personal, one of a kind, and lasts for decades, so it rarely gets returned or forgotten.
  • Every piece is signed and ships with a Certificate of Authenticity, so the recipient knows it is real, not a print.
  • The 14-day trial means a full refund if it is not right, and we pay the return shipping. The Lifetime Trade-Back gives store credit any time after that.
  • Free, insured shipping across Canada (3 to 7 business days) and the USA (5 to 10), and we can send it straight to the recipient.
  • Real originals start at about $531, so there is a giftable piece at almost any budget.

Why an original is a safe gift to give

Giving art can feel risky. It should not. Three standing promises take the worry out of it, for you and for the person receiving it.

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14-day trial

They live with the piece for 14 days. If it is not right, send it back for a full refund and we cover the return shipping. No pressure to keep a gift that does not fit.

2

Lifetime Trade-Back

Even years later, any piece in good condition can come back for store credit toward something else. A gift that is never a dead end.

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Certificate of Authenticity

Every painting is signed and arrives with a certificate naming the artist, title, medium, and size. The recipient knows it is a real original, not a print.

Art gifts by budget

There is a real original at almost any budget. Shipping is free across Canada and the US, so the price you see is close to what you spend.

Corporate art gifting

Original art stands out where a gift card or a branded mug does not. For clients, teams, and milestones, we help you gift real work at any volume.

Gifts for the art lover in your life

Shopping for someone who already loves art, or for a couple building a home together? Start here.

How gifting works

1

Choose the piece

Pick by occasion, budget, or the person's taste. Each work is one of a kind, so it is truly theirs.

2

Ship it to them

Send it to your address to give in person, or straight to theirs. Free, fully insured shipping across Canada and the US.

3

They get the real thing

It arrives carefully packed, signed by the artist, with a Certificate of Authenticity that proves it is an original.

Common questions about art gifts

Is original art a good gift?

Yes. An original painting is personal, one of a kind, and lasts for years, which is why people rarely part with art they were given. It suits weddings, housewarmings, anniversaries, retirements, and thank-you gifts, and every piece here is backed by a 14-day trial.

What if they do not like it?

Every piece comes with a 14-day trial and a full refund if it is not right, and we cover return shipping. After that, our Lifetime Trade-Back lets them return it in good condition, any time, for store credit toward something else.

How much should I spend on an art gift?

You can give a real original from about $531, so spend what fits the occasion. Browse by budget: under $700, under $1000, or above $1000. A smaller original still carries all the meaning of a one-of-a-kind, hand-signed work.

Can you ship the gift directly to the recipient?

Yes. Ship it to your own address to give in person, or send it straight to the recipient. Either way it ships free and fully insured across Canada (3 to 7 business days) and the United States (5 to 10 business days).

Does the gift come with proof it is a real original?

Yes. Every painting is signed by the artist and arrives with a Certificate of Authenticity confirming it is an original, one-of-a-kind work and not a print or reproduction.

How do I choose art for someone else's taste?

Start with what they already have on their walls and the colours in the room. Neutral, calm subjects like landscapes and abstracts suit most homes. If you are unsure, the 14-day trial means they can swap it, and our guide to choosing for someone else's taste walks you through it.

Can I gift art to clients or a whole team?

Yes. We handle corporate gifting for clients, employees, and milestones, including bulk and coordinated orders. See corporate art gifts to start.

Is there still time before the occasion?

In many cases, yes. In-stock originals ship quickly and arrive in about 3 to 7 business days in Canada and 5 to 10 in the US. See last-minute art gifts for the fastest options.

Can I commission a custom painting as a gift?

Yes. Many of our Vancouver artists take commissions for a specific size, palette, or subject, which usually takes about 3 to 6 weeks. Read commissioning a custom art gift to plan the timing.

Give a painting they will keep

Browse our gift-worthy originals. Signed, one of a kind, free shipping, and a 14-day trial so a gift is never a gamble.

Not sure what they would love? Reach us any time and we will help you choose.