
Art by Aelia Policies
Here is some information on how Art by Aelia operates, including our shipping, return, exchange and cancellation policies. You will also find Privacy Policy information here.
Returns and Exchanges:
Custom Order Items:
Custom order items are final sale.
Each custom order is negotiated individually. We discuss the project until both of us are confident that the description and price are agreed upon. Payment is due prior to undertaking the custom order. Progress images will be sent for approval at pivotal stages (for example, when a sculpture is complete, when a pose/shape is finalized, when the piece is printed/cast, and when it is painted). Approval is required for each step to make sure everyone is happy. \
Shipping Policy:
Shipping costs vary by location. To find your shipping costs, add item(s) to your cart and visit the checkout page.
Insurance: Items ship with insurance. In the event of a lost or damaged package, you may be required to help with the insurance investigation (to confirm that the package was not received, or to provide images of damages to the item or package.
Duties/Taxes: Any applicable duties or taxes are the sole responsibility of the buyer.
Incorrect Address Provided: If you provide me with an incorrect address, any additional costs (a new shipping label, etc) are the responsibility of the buyer. Please make sure that your address is correct prior to completing your purchase.
IN-STOCK items ship within 1 week (5 business days), except in the event of severe weather.
PRE-ORDER items generally ship within 2-4 Weeks.
PRE-ORDERS for Dragon Replicas ship within 2-8 Weeks.
Damaged Items:
Damage During Shipping:
While incredibly rare, it is possible for items to be damaged during shipping. Damaged items must be reported within 48 hours of receipt. Photos are required, and videos may be requested on a case-by-case basis. Depending on the nature of the damage, an insurance claim may be initiated. You are required to provide any necessary information pertinent to the insurance claim and to participate as needed (the shipping company may need to hear from you directly, you may need to sign an affidavit confirming the nature of the damage. If the insurance claim is approved, I will send a replacement item at no cost to the buyer. If the buyer refuses to participate in the claims process, no refund or replacement will be issued.
Damaged by the User:
I do not issue refunds for damage done by the user, but I am always happy to help you fix it if possible. I may be able to provide a simple solution (recommend a glue and the correct approach to a repair), or replacement parts if needed. Replacement parts may have a small material cost. Shipping costs for replacement parts are the responsibility of the customer. In some cases, if the buyer does not want to attempt a repair, or if it is too complicated, they may return t the item to me and I will make the repair. There may be a small cost associated with the repair, and shipping costs are the responsibility of the buyer.
Returns:
I do not accept returns on any custom items.
Returns on non-custom items can be made within 7 business days of receipt. The item must be returned in original condition, and be packaged securely enough to arrive in the condition in which it was received. Original shipping costs are NOT refundable unless there was an error on my part. The buyer is responsible for return shipping on unwanted items, unless there was an error on my part.
Cancellations:
I accept cancellations within 24 hours of ordering, provided that the item has not yet shipped. Once an item has shipped, I do not accept cancellations.
Handmade Items:
Due to the handmade nature of my products, slight variations are to be expected. While I do my best to make sure each piece is exactly as expected, differences in monitor/screen colour and lighting, may result in slight colour variation. Product photographs are representative examples, individual items may differ slightly. There may be small imperfections, but those only add to the unique handmade quality of these pieces.
Product Care Instructions:
Each item ships with a Care Tips Card. This card explains how to properly care for, use, and store your item.
All Pieces
Each piece should be considered a work of art, whether it is a sculpture, or a piece of jewelry (wearable art).
General Tips:
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Keep away from oil-based products (including hair spray, perfume, deodorant, sunscreen) which can damage the varnish, paint, and resin.
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Keep away from high temperatures (don't leave in a hot vehicle, or on heating vents), keep out of directly sunlight when not being used/worn.
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Do not store anywhere damp or wet. Do not soak in any liquid.
Jewelry Specific Tips:
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Avoid wearing jewelry 24/7, remove any jewelry before going to bed.
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Do not wear while working with household cleaners or chemicals.
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Do not pull or tug excessively on jewelry, and keep safe from sharp blows including drops.
EU/UK Consumers
Right of Withdrawal for EU/UK Consumers:
If you live in the European Union or the United Kingdom, you have the right to cancel your order within 14 days without giving any reason. This 14-day period starts on the day you, or a third party named by you, receive your physical goods.
To use this right, you must inform me of your decision to cancel through my Withdraw Button.
If you cancel your order, I will refund all payments received from you for that order. This includes the item cost and the original cost of standard delivery. I will not refund any extra costs if you opted to use a more expensive shipping option. The refund will be issued using the same payment method you used for the original transaction. The refund will be withheld until I have received the item(s) back.
Return shipping costs are solely the responsibility of the buyer. The item(s) must be sent back no later than 14 days from the day that you utilize the Withdraw Button.
All goods must be received in the same condition in which they were sent. There may be deductions from the refund if the item has been used, worn, or damaged. Take care to package all items for return shipping, because damage done during return shipping will be deducted from your refund.
Privacy Policy
Last Updated: 2026/06/15
Art by Aelia respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This policy explains what information is collected and how it is used.
Information Collected
When you place an order, contact me, or interact with the website, the following information may be collected:
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Your name
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Billing and Shipping address
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Email address
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Telephone number (if you provide it)
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Payment information (processed through third-party payment providers, your credit card information is NOT provided to or stored by Art by Aelia.
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Technical information such as IP address, browser type, device information, and website usage data collected through cookies or analytic tools.
How Your Information is Used
Your information is used to
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Process and fulfill orders
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Communicate with you about your purchase
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Provide customer support
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Arrange shipping and delivery
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Process refunds or exchanges when applicable
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Improve the website and customer experience
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Comply with legal and regulatory obligations
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Send promotional email newsletters, ONLY IF you have opted to receive them.
Payment Processing
Payments made through Art by Aelia are processed by trusted third-party payment providers such as PayPal. Art by Aelia does not have access to or store your credit card information. Please refer to the privacy policy of the payment provider to see how they use your information.
Sharing Your Information
Art by Aelia only shares your personal information when necessary for operations, including:
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Payment processors for processing a transaction
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Shipping carriers to deliver your order
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Website hosting and e-commerce service providers
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Analytics providers that help Art by Aelia understand how visitors use the website
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Government authorities or legal entities when required by law.
Art by Aelia does not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for any purpose.
Cookies and Analytics
Art by Aelia may use cookies to improve your browsing experienc, remember your preferences, and collect information about how the website is used.
You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings.
Data Retention
Art by Aelia retains personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy including maintaining business records, complying with legal obligations, resolving disputes, and enforcing agreements.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
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Request access to the personal information we hold about you
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Request corect of inaccurate or incomplete information
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Withdraw consent for marketing communicaitons at any time.
Security
Art by Aelia takes reasonable steps to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. It is important to note that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and absolute security cannot be guaranteed.
Children’s Privacy
Art by Aelia is not intended for children under the age of 13, and does not knowingly collect personal information from children.
Changes to this Privacy Policy
This policy may be updated from time to time. Changes will be posted to this page with an updated “Last Updated” date.
