FAQ
GENERAL DETAILS
WHAT IS THE JAIME FORTUNA´S TECHNIQUE?
Generally speaking, to create any artwork on tile, Jaime firstly draws on tracing paper and after that, he transfers the drawing to the tiles by hand.
He paints using high temperature inks, directly on a non-fired, blank and glazed tile. Afterwards, Jaime fires each tile separately at 1010°C (1850° F), changing consequentially the tones of each tile. After firing, each hand painted tile remains with a textured surface, waterproof, and protected against wear. Jaime Fortuna designs and produces his work using traditional methods, ensuring its durability and conservation.
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COULD YOU REPRODUCE/PRINT YOUR ARTWORK ON TILE OR IN OTHER SURFACE?
No, never. Technically it is impossible make any kind of reproduction or print, according to Jaime Fortuna’s methods.
Every hand-painted tile is individually created by Jaime Fortuna, not mass-produced, For that reason, there aren’t available any “limited editions”
Please, do not associate our hand painted tiles with those created using a fusion imaging process that infuses the artwork into the tile surface.
Jaime Fortuna´s works are not transfers.
You will see many designs on other sites that have been transferred, not hand painted, onto the tiles. “Sublimation” is one method of transferring images to tile. You will not achieve the look and feel of a hand painted tiles with this method.
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CAN YOUR HAND PAINTED TILES FADE?
No, never.
CAN YOUR TILES BE INSTALLED OUTSIDE?
Our hand-painted tiles are suitable for both outdoors and indoors.
You should clean with water only. Abrasive or harsh cleaners should be avoided, as they can damage the tile surface.
WHAT ARE THE DIMENSIONS OF YOUR TILES?
Tiles sizes: 11×11 cm (approx. 4.3×4.3 in); 14×14 cm (5.5×5.5 in.); 15×15 cm (6×6 in.); 20×20 cm (8×8 in); 20×30 cm (8×12 in.); 30×30 cm (12×12 in.).
IS THIS PRODUCT EXEMPT FROM VAT?
Yes, only on orders from EU countries.
COMMISSIONS | CUSTOM-MADE
CAN I SEND YOU A PHOTO TO USE FOR A TILE MURAL?
Yes, you can.
DO YOU CREATE HAND-PAINTED MURALS IN CUSTOM SIZES?
Yes, We do.
Additional information
– All artworks that can be seen on this site are one-of-a-kind pieces (originals). In the event of online purchase of something not available, Jaime Fortuna will recreate as closely as possible to the paintings displayed in the catalogue. Find out which works are available in Jaime Fortuna’s studio on the item“available products” in the main menu.
– All the different rustic wooden bases/frames of each works on tile displayed on this website are totally designed by Jaime Fortuna . Different woods are used – solid pine, scots pine, or chestnut. Possibility of customizing, upon request ;
– Jaime Fortuna is artistically capable to handle any request, regardless of its contents, dimensions or any other particular feature demanded. This artist accepts exclusively works on tile, being able to exploit the full potential of this artist material and art form;
– Jaime Fortuna is willing to discuss any sort of proposal to allow him to exhibit his own work coherently in several events or use images of his works in posters, cover pages of publications or other illustrations ;
For Further information, do not hesitate to contact us: More info: info@jaimefortuna.com
