POP ART FAQS: BUYING PRINTS, SHIPPING, ORIGINALS & MORE
Everything you need to know before you buy — originals, prints, shipping & commissions
How can I buy your Urban Pop artwork?
- If you would like to purchase an original pop artwork but have a question or need any pre-sale assistance, please get in contact. All orders come with free stickers.
How much is the shipping or postage costs on artwork?
- There is free delivery worldwide on all artwork. See the full shipping policy for details.
How long will it take for my artwork order to arrive?
- I send all orders out as soon as possible, so it could be with you by the next working day. If you are ordering from overseas this can take longer — for example, orders to the USA can take up to 7 to 10 working days.
Can I pick up my purchased artwork from your artist studio in Brighton?
- Artwork can also be collected in person from my artist studio in Brighton. Please get in contact to arrange collection, or book a studio visit.
Do you do local delivery of artwork?
- Yes, that's no problem — just message me when you place your order to check the distance, location and availability.
Do you accept cheques?
- No cheques, sorry — it has to be through the website or cash please!
Do you accept part payments for artworks?
- No, sorry — I do not accept weekly or monthly part payments for any artwork. It has to be paid in full.
How are the prints delivered?
- All prints will be sent out the same day if ordered before 1pm.
- Unframed prints ship in a hard back envelope or hard back tube with acid-free tissue paper.
Do you operate a framing service?
- Sorry, I don't get involved in framing. All paintings and prints listed on this site are unframed unless stated.
How are many of your prints edition 1 of 1?
- Each time I make a print in the studio I like to mix it up — different colours, hand finishing or different sizes. I like the idea that each of my silkscreen prints has its own unique qualities and finish.
I want to buy a painting as a gift or present for someone?
- If you want to buy a painting or a print as a gift and have it delivered to another address as a surprise, that's no problem — just get in contact before you purchase and it can all be arranged.
Is the artwork signed and dated?
- All paintings and sculptures are signed and dated. Prints are signed, dated and numbered on the front. Paintings are signed and dated on the back or side. Find out more on the about page.
What art materials do you use to make your paintings?
- All paintings are made using acrylic paint, collaged paper, spray paint, emulsion paint and glitter, then varnished to protect the surface for many years to come.
Do you do commissions?
- I am currently open for commissions right now — get in touch to discuss your idea.
I am running an art exhibition — can I show your artwork?
- If you would like to show any of my artwork please get in contact.
What colours do you use for your pop art paintings, prints and artwork?
- I love to use neon colours for my artwork — extreme colours that stand out and pop. Literally!
Which art galleries can I see Barrie J Davies artwork on display?
- My artwork is on display in many places around the country and online. For more information please get in contact.
How can I verify a painting or print made by you?
- For any artwork verification please get in contact.
Do you paint street art murals?
- If you have a wall you would like painted with artwork please get in contact.
How do you make your prints?
- I silkscreen print my prints on paper — some are layered up with stencils and silkscreens on heavy 300gsm paper.
How did you get started?
- After school I did a Foundation in Art and Design in Carmarthen in Wales, then a degree in Fine Art in Southampton and a Masters Degree in Cardiff. The rest is history. Read more on the about page.
How would you describe your artwork?
- Colourful, fun, glittery, pop art, street art, messy, graffiti, busy, funny, happy and a bit wonky!
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What material do you like to work on?
- I am very happy with a simple piece of paper — pen, paint or print can be added. See my works on paper for examples.
How important is humour and fun in your artwork?
- Very important — I like to make people smile and laugh. It's good for the soul!
Do you fancy a pint to talk about art?
- Ok! Please get in contact.
Can you do a painting of my dog?
- Sorry, it's not my thing.
Are you going to do any more performance artwork in the future?
- Maybe, not sure, ummm, next question...
What type of paper do you use for your limited edition pop art prints?
- I like to use thick 300gsm paper. Browse all limited edition prints.
What is the most awesome piece of artwork you have made?
- Check out my awesome print!
How do you plan your paintings?
- Lots of drawings and doodles to work out the ideas, then I go for it!
What is the biggest painting you have ever made?
- I made a painting at university which was 600cm long and 150cm high. It was huge!
What spray paint do you like to use?
- MTN 94 Spray Paint.
Where do you get your inspiration from?
- The everyday world, the internet and pop culture.
Have you done any online exhibitions where I can see your artwork?
- I have some artwork on show online with ArtBully.co.uk.
Have you done any artwork about food?
- Check out The Most Important Meal of the Day.
Who inspired you to become an artist?
- My uncle when I was aged 6.
Hi Barrie, do you do mates rates?
- You can ask, and after a short pause I may say not today — unless I'm in a good mood. You can try, but don't cry if I say no.
Who let the dogs out?
- Not me.....
How much time do you spend on your artwork?
- I try to get into the studio every day, but I spend half my time doing art admin, packing orders and other random stuff.
How many exhibitions have you had?
- I have been in over 200 group exhibitions worldwide and had over 18 solo exhibitions in the UK.
Who does your website, social media, SEO and marketing?
- I do all of this myself.
Where do you buy your art materials from?
- Some I get online and some from art shops in Brighton.
What's your favourite biscuit?
- Jaffa cakes!
What was your first job?
- I worked as a juggler teaching juggling at Milford Haven Marina.
What influenced pop art?
- Pop art is influenced by popular culture — music, television, films, magazines, news and the internet. My favourite pop artist is Andy Warhol and he has been very influential in how my artwork is made and presented. Read more in What is Pop Art.
When did pop art start?
- It emerged on the art scene in the 1950s and has continued in many forms to the present day.
Where do you get the titles for your paintings or prints?
- Sometimes from song titles, sometimes something someone has said, or something I've seen online.
Do you have a blog?
What awards have you been nominated for?
- I was nominated for the Artes Mundi Prize in 2007, nominated for Welsh Book of the Year in 2007, and was recently Artist of the Week in Brighton Journal.
Tea or coffee?
- I love a cuppa tea in the morning, but coffee is my favourite.
What are you wearing today?
- Black skinny jeans, sunglasses, gold Chelsea boots and a black fedora.
Why is street art important?
- Street art is very important as an art movement — you don't need to go to a gallery to see it or enjoy it. It goes against the gallery system and anyone can make it and put it out on the street. I love how it takes from art history and graffiti culture to give back something new and creative.
Can I buy you a coffee?
- Yes, I would love a coffee.
What is the secret of creativity?
Does the King own any of your artwork?
- Not at the moment.
Do you know who Banksy is?
- I know people who know people.......
What's your favourite colour?
- I do love neon pink!
Do you take sugar in your tea?
- No, never have.
Do you have any jobs going in your artist studio?
- I'm not employing anyone at the moment, but maybe one day.
If you were not an artist what would you be?
- YouTuber — I love YouTube!
What's your favourite film?
- I do love the Beautiful Losers Documentary.
How has your artwork changed over time?
- I started making silkscreen prints a couple of years ago and that has been amazing and fun. It's great to make something quicker than a painting, which can take up to four weeks to finish.
Can I reserve a piece of artwork on your website?
- Please get in contact to discuss.
Do you have a YouTube channel?
- I do have a channel you can subscribe to on YouTube.
Do you have a podcast?
Do you make animations?
- Check out some of my animated bits and pieces on Giphy.
Favourite studio snack?
What do you eat for breakfast?
Are you on TikTok?
- Yes! I love it! Follow me on TikTok.
How important is creativity?
- Super important — we are all creative in different ways.
What do you do when you have a creative block?
- Go for a pint, go for a walk, or just sleep on it — that does help with creative block.
Do you collect art?
- Yes, I have a small collection of artworks by some great artists I admire.
Why did you move to Brighton?
- Because Brighton is an amazing place and I love living by the sea.
What is your favourite pub in Brighton?
- The Prince Albert is amazing!
When is your next exhibition?
- You can find out about upcoming shows by signing up to my VIP Mailing list or following me on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, TikTok and YouTube.
Do you sell any drawings?
- Yes, I have done lots of drawings. Check out works on paper.
How big are the Lucky Dip Artworks?
Do you do artwork for free?
Can I visit your artist studio in Brighton?
- If you want to visit the studio to see artwork, please get in contact to make an appointment, or see the studio visit page.
Can we pay you to come to our party?
- Yes! Please get in contact.
What's your favourite soup?
- Mulligatawny soup — it's awesome.
Any plans to do any t-shirts with your artwork?
- Something I am working on.
Any plans to do any more installation artwork?
- I did loads years ago, but every exhibition I put on is like an installation for me.
Are you doing any more books?
- Yes! I have my small book available on my website, but more will be made in the future — watch this space!
Blur or Oasis?
- Let's have both!
I'm doing a school/college/uni project — can I interview you?
- Yes, please get in contact with any questions and I will do my best to help.
Would you like to curate an exhibition for our art gallery?
- Yes! Please get in contact.
Is there a god?
- Dunno....
What are you painting in your Brighton artist studio at the moment?
Are you available to do artist talks?
- Yes! Please get in contact regarding artist talks.
Do you sell anything on eBay?
- I do have The Barrie J Davies eBay Shop.
Do you sell anything on Etsy?
- Check out my shop on Etsy.
Are you single?
- Nope, I'm taken!
Are you making any greetings cards?
- Yes — check out the greetings cards!
Is that your real name?
- Barrie John Davies — that's me!
What's your favourite food?
- I like all food, especially pot noodles, but I hate mash potato.
Who are your favourite artists?
- I'm really into lots of pop artists and urban street artists such as Banksy, Mr Bingo, Pete Fowler, Mr Brainwash, Martin Creed, Jon Burgerman, D*Face, Pure Evil, KAWS, Takashi Murakami, Barry McGee, Andy Warhol, Jean-Michel Basquiat and Shepard Fairey.
Do you have any advice on being an artist?
- Just make art you like, have fun and be nice to people 😊
If you could exhibit your artwork in one top art gallery, which one would it be?
- One day I wish to open my own gallery in Brighton — the best place to showcase all my contemporary urban street pop art paintings and limited edition prints.
Where can I find out more about you?
- Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, Flickr, Saatchi Art, Depop, Artsy, The Gallery Guide, Art in Liverpool, Society6, Urban Art Association, BBC, Metro.
Can I be your friend on Facebook?
- If you really want to add me on Facebook that's cool — though I do sometimes hit the 5,000 friend limit!
Can I add you on LinkedIn?
- If you want to add me on LinkedIn that's fine.
Can I get your autograph?
- My autograph scribble is available with my artwork.
When are your next exhibitions so I can see your artwork?
- To never miss out on any of my urban pop art exhibitions, join my VIP Mailing list or follow me on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, TikTok and YouTube.