picartso
/pic-art-so/
A state of sheer creativity & imagination.
(we totally made this up)
ABOUT picartso
Picartso was created by a mom who wanted to preserve her child’s growing collection of school artwork – priceless keepsakes impossible to throw away, yet impossible to store.
At Picartso, we turn your little one’s creations into a unique Artbook. Artwork of any size, any shape and medium (even 3D and pottery pieces) – we’ll help you treasure their masterpieces forever.
Turn (1) a pile
of artwork into
(2) a bespoke,
1-of-1 Artbook
It’s really as easy as:
1. Place an order and send us their art pieces.
2. We work our magic (photograph, edit, layout and print).
3. You receive your beautiful printed Artbook.
Turn (1) a pile
of artwork into
(2) a bespoke,
1-of-1 Artbook
The Process
Select your preferred product (Artbook/Digital Artwork)
and place your order.
Pick your best art pieces, place them
in a box or art folder and drop
them off (in person, by courier or
by Uber package) at 37 Bath Ave,
Rosebank, Johannesburg.
We’ll work our magic and
deliver your Artbook
within 4-6 weeks of
receiving your art pieces.
The Process
OUR products
OUR products
Gallery
One of a kind cover featuring your child’s details
Custom Artbook with bespoke artwork
Personalised dedication
Transforming classroom art projects into lifetime memories
Featuring flat artwork, 3D and pottery pieces
Capturing memories of where their journey began
FAQs
How does it work?
- Select one of our products and place your order.
- Pick your child’s best art pieces based on your order and place them in a box or art folder bigger than the art pieces.
Make sure your package is clearly labelled with your contact and order/item number.
Please note:
Use clips to keep pieces together.
Do not use elastic/rubber bands.
Do not roll or fold your artwork.
Cover/wrap glitter artwork separately to preserve and prevent the glitter from spreading to other pieces.
Wrap delicate/fragile pieces to avoid breakage. - Drop these off no later than a month of placing your order (in person, by courier or by Uber package) at our office:
37 Bath Ave, Rosebank, Johannesburg. - We will work our magic (professionally photograph, edit and layout your artwork).
You will be asked to check and sign-off the artwork before it goes to print. Your Artbook will be delivered
straight to your door once printed. Please note: all our Artbook orders include a link of your child’s featured
art pieces (sent to you via email in tandem with your Artbook delivery). - Let us know if you would like your original art pieces recycled (we’ll do this for you) or sent back to you.
- The whole process takes 4–6 weeks.
What will my Artbook look like?
- A4/A3 landscape, glossy hardcover, coffee table-style book
- A unique cover with your child’s artwork and their name as the title
- 30-100 pages of professionally photographed and edited art pieces
- A special dedication on the first page (optional)
Note: All our Artbook orders include a link of your child’s featured art pieces
(sent to you via email in tandem with your Artbook delivery).
How long will my Artbook take to arrive?
Your book will take 4–6 weeks once artwork has been received.
Kindly note that during promotions or high order periods, your order may take an additional two or three weeks to arrive.
How many art pieces can I drop off?
You can send up to 10 extra pieces above the book size ordered, i.e
- 40 pieces for a 30-page Artbook
- 70 pieces for a 60-page Artbook
- 110 pieces for a 100-page Artbook
Note, some pages will have more than one piece depending on the number of artpieces supplied.
What if I have a lot of art work?
You can print multiple Artbooks depending on your art pieces (e.g. one per term or one
per year/grade). We also recommend printing one Artbook per child so we don’t mix their art pieces.
Should you have more than 110 pieces, or wish to bundle all your preschool artwork in one book,
kindly email us on info@picartso.co.za
What happens to the original artwork?
Choose to recycle your original artwork (we’ll do this for you).
OR
Choose to have your art pieces returned to you (we’ll send these back in a Picartso Artbox for easier storage).
Can I get the artwork in digital form only, without the printed Artbook?
Certainly. Simply select the Digital Artwork option on our products page and we will send your images as a digital link.
Don’t forget to indicate if you’d like us to recycle your original artwork or return it back to you.
Kindly note, we keep digital links live for one month post delivery. After which, the link/artwork will be deleted from our server.
Can I send digital images as opposed to original artwork for the Artbook?
Unless professionally done/digitised by us, we do not recommend this.
We will assess the digital images sent, however, we reserve the right to reject images
photographed elsewhere, that do not meet our photography standard for printing.
For this type of order, please contact us on info@picartso.co.za
Can I include a special message in my Artbook?
Yes, please write your message on the Artbook order page and we will include your special dedication in the beginning of the Artbook.
Can the artwork appear in chronological order?
We do not recommend this as it limits the creative flow of the book. We need to be able to move pieces
around to showcase your child’s creativity in the best possible way. Kindly note some pages may have
more than one piece on them depending on the number of artwork supplied.
Can I cancel my Artbook order?
Cancellations may only take place 2 days after receiving your order. Note, an admin charge of R250 will be charged. Send us an email to info@picartso.co.za and quote your order number.
Cancellations after this time frame and after receiving your artwork will not be accepted. Your order can, however, be placed on hold until you’re ready to proceed.
How do I redeem my Gift Card?
Place your desired order and select ‘redeem gift card’ at check out.
Do you deliver nationwide?
Yes, we accept artwork and deliver Artbooks nationwide.
Our services also extend to our neighbouring countries. Kindly contact us on info@picartso.co.za
to make an order from outside of South Africa.
Can I reprint a copy of my Artbook?
Yes, you may contact us at any point to reprint your Artbook.
Kindly send us an email and include your order number info@picartso.co.za
Please note: An artwork retrieve and printing cost will be charged.