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White glove treatment for shipping artwork

Skip the hassles and headaches of traditional shipping

Roadie handles artwork shipping with ease and care, whether you’re sending an expensive gallery painting or a sentimental box of holiday ornaments made by your kids. Roadie’s door-to-door service means your artwork won’t be jostled from truck to truck. You’ll be matched with a Driver for your art shipping needs, and they will secure your artwork safely in their vehicle. Rest assured that your precious work of art will be under their watchful eye for the entire journey.

Real-time tracking for artwork transport

No more guesswork on when your precious piece of art will arrive. Roadie’s real-time tracking works on any device, so we’ll show you exactly where and when your artwork will arrive.

More reasons why people choose Roadie for shipping art:
  •  Fine art moving, handled. Roadie doesn’t just help you send canvas paintings or framed photographs. Our Roadie Drivers know how to ship fragile, one-of-a-kind artwork too.
  •  Instant quotes. As soon as you post a Gig for shipping art and tell us how large your piece is and where it needs to go, we’ll give you an immediate price. There are never hidden fees or surcharges for art delivery with Roadie.
  •  Long distance? No problem! Roadie has Drivers in all 50 states, so shipping art with us can help expand your art business or help you send artwork across the country.
  • Insurance, just in case. Roadie automatically gives $500 in insurance coverage on every Gig, even if you’re looking for fine art moving. Plus, you can purchase an additional $10,000 in coverage through our partner, UPS Capital.

how to ship artwork with Roadie

The more affordable way to do artwork shipping

Shipping art with a traditional delivery service can end up costing more than you paid in the first place, or how much you’re even selling it for. It can be a hassle to package up delicate things like framed canvas or pottery in layers of expensive and wasteful bubble wrap or packaging.

And guess what? Those specialty art portfolio boxes can add $150 or more to the cost of artwork transport. Roadie helps you save money on shipping art because we transport it in the vehicles of Drivers who are already on their way to the place where your art needs to go.

Stories from the road

  • From Bogart to the Beach

    Anthony bought a lovely custom, wall-sized figurine of the legendary Marilyn Monroe, and needed to send her from Bogart, GA, to Panama City Beach. Shipping art the 360-mile trip would have been too expensive with a traditional carrier, so Anthony posted a Roadie Gig and was delighted to see it was only $100. Less than a week later, Anthony proudly hung Marilyn in a prominent spot on his wall.

    Deliver antiques via Roadie's unique shipping solutions
  • Two Metal Sculptures Travel 1,650 Miles

    Mark owns a small studio in Silver Spring, MD, where he focuses on handcrafted sculptures, wall panels and furniture. Most of his artwork weighs too much to send with traditional shippers, so he often resorts to freight handlers. It can easily cost $1,000 to ship pieces long distances.

    Mark was searching for a more affordable artwork transport service, and found Roadie. When a customer in Denver bought two metal sculptures, he posted a Gig. Driver Arion was heading that way the following week, and safely delivered the pair of metal sculptures right to the buyer’s door.

    Send metal sculptures with Roadie shipping services
  • Customer Returns Artwork in One Hour

    Martha is a self-taught artist who owns a small gallery in Oak Park, IL. Lately most of her oil and acrylic paintings have been focused on childhood dreams and conquered fears – which resonated with most, but not all, of her customers.

    One customer bought one of Martha’s painting for a friend, and the recipient didn’t think it worked quite right in his home and wanted to send it back. It was only 20 miles away, but it was going to be a hassle for the customer to make the trek. Martha posted a Gig around 6 p.m., and Driver Jose happened to be heading toward her studio – he picked up and delivered the painting within an hour.

    Deliver paintings with Roadie's package delivery service

See what else you can send

  • Earbuds
  • Essential Oils
  • Eggs
  • Espresso Machine
  • iPad
  • Ink
  • Inflatables
  • Iron
  • Keys
  • Kayak
  • Kitchen Sink
  • Kettlebells
  • Medical Supplies
  • Mixtape
  • Motorcycle
  • Microwave
  • Passport
  • Printer
  • Puppy
  • Piñata
  • Xylophone
  • X-Men #1
  • X-Ray Glasses
  • Xenomorph

Frequently Asked Questions on Art Shipping

  • Can Roadie help expand my art shipping business?

    • Yes! Because art delivery costs less with Roadie, many art sellers have been able to expand their reach nationwide. You aren’t limited to sending oversized, heavy items only to people in your city, but rather sending them for less anywhere in the country.

  • Do you require packaging for artwork transport?

    • You don’t need to package your artwork, but it may be worth it to wrap in bubble wrap for an extra layer of protection. Either way, your artwork will be in good hands. Our Roadie Drivers safely deliver door-to-door without the risk of your artwork bouncing from truck to truck.

  • Can Roadie handle art delivery for oversized or oddly shaped items?

    • Yes, that’s our specialty! Many of our Drivers have large trucks and vans that are perfect for delivering large, oversized, or heavy artwork. That makes it easy to send any piece of artwork locally or nationwide.

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