James Ellis Fine Art

Oil Landscapes inspired by the North Shore of Minnesota, the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, Rural America, the American West and Alaska & the Arctic Circle. The official online gallery and consumer brand of Up North Studio.
 
 

How to Purchase Art

Online Purchasing (Originals & Limited Edition Prints)


All available Original Oil Paintings and signed Limited Edition Giclée Prints are listed for purchase in the Gallery.  Please select the "Original" tab available on each original artwork page.

  • If you require a different size or medium for a Limited Edition Print, please contact the studio at [email protected] for a custom quote.

  • Open Edition Prints (Print-on-Demand): For open edition prints, multiple size options, paper types, and custom framing, please select the "Prints" tab available on each original artwork page.

Included with Your Purchase (Value & Authenticity)

Every Limited Edition Giclée Print includes its unique story and a signed Certificate of Authenticity (COA).



All Note Cards are reproductions of original work, and a story or inspirational message regarding the image is printed on the back of the card.

 Local Viewing & Retail Partners

A selection of Original Artwork, Limited Edition Prints, Note Cards, and Bookmarks is available for viewing and purchase at the following retail partners:

  • In Duluth, Minnesota:

    • Olde Towne Galleries

    • Dovetail Cafe & Marketplace

    • Duluth Studio Market

  • In Grand Marais, Minnesota:

    • Johnson Heritage Post Art Gallery

  • In the Twin Cities Area (Minneapolis/St. Paul):

    • Canvas Convergence, St. Louis Park


 Shipping & Delivery Policies

 Domestic Shipping Essentials (Originals & Limited Prints)

 
Shipping Costs & Handling:

To ensure your Original Oil Paintings and Limited Edition Prints are professionally packaged, fully insured, and securely delivered, shipping is charged at a tiered flat rate based on the item's purchase value. The final shipping rate will be clearly displayed during checkout.

All artwork is professionally shipped via UPS Ground and requires a delivery signature for your security.

Fulfillment Time: Artwork ships within 3-5 business days of purchase.

International Shipping: At this time, I do not ship internationally. 

Small Item Purchases

Note Cards & Bookmarks: Shipping for Note Cards and Bookmarks is a flat rate of $6 via USPS (standard mail), added at checkout.

Local Delivery & Pickup

Free Local Delivery: Collectors in the Duluth/Superior area and along the North Shore (Duluth to Grand Marais) are eligible for complimentary artist delivery.

Twin Cities Delivery: Delivery to the Minneapolis/St. Paul area can be arranged. Please contact the studio at [email protected] prior to purchase to coordinate delivery and receive a discount code to bypass shipping charges.

 
Returns & Confidence Guarantee

Original Artwork Guarantee: I stand behind the quality of my original work. If your Original Oil Painting does not fit your space as expected, you may return it within 7 days of delivery for a full refund of the artwork's price (less original shipping costs).

Print Returns: We offer a 7-day satisfaction guarantee on prints.

Return Conditions:

  • Artwork must be returned unused, in its original packaging, and shipped fully insured by the collector.

  • The collector is responsible for all return shipping costs.

Damage Policy:

In the unlikely event your artwork arrives damaged, please retain all original packaging and photograph the damaged exterior and the artwork immediately. Contact the studio at [email protected] within 48 hours of delivery. We will handle the insurance claim and facilitate a resolution.