Industry · Artists & print sellers

Packaging for art prints, illustrations and creative products.

Bent corners and creased prints are the most common complaints in art shipping. We supply mailing tubes, backing board, cardboard sheets, flat postage boxes, resealable sleeves and finishing touches for artists, illustrators and print sellers.

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Art Print Packaging
6,000+products in our range
700+box sizes
1–3 daysdispatch on stock items
From 25units for digital printed boxes

Why it matters

Prints should arrive as perfect as they left.

A crease or dent can't be fixed, and it means a reprint and a second postage bill.

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Keeps prints flat

Backing board and flat boxes stop bending in transit.

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Fewer reprints

Better protection means fewer damaged orders and refunds.

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A professional finish

Neat packaging makes your work feel like a collectable.

What to look for

What print packaging must do.

Print packaging has to keep paper flat, clean and uncreased.

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Rigidity

Backing board stops prints bending in the post.

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Moisture protection

A resealable bag keeps prints clean and dry.

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The right format

Flat boxes suit standard sizes, tubes suit large or rolled prints.

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Corner protection

Framed work needs corner protectors and cushioning.

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A finishing touch

A thank you card or sticker makes the parcel feel special.

The complete solution

Build your print shop kit.

Everything for flat and rolled print orders.

The essentials

What every order needs.

  • A3, A4 or A5 postage boxesFor your most common sizes.
  • Backing boardSupport every print.
  • Resealable bagsKeep prints clean.

The upgrades

Low-cost touches that make a big impression.

  • Mailing tubesFor large prints.
  • Corner protectorsFor framed work.
  • Custom stickers and cardsBranding and thank you notes.

Quick decision guide

What packaging should I use?

Match the packaging to the print.

You ship

A4 & A3 prints

Use A4 or A3 postage boxes

Add backing board and a resealable bag

You ship

Greeting cards & small prints

Use A5 postage boxes

Add a resealable bag

You ship

Large & poster prints

Use mailing tubes

Add tissue around the print first

You ship

Framed artwork

Use shipping boxes

Add corner protectors and bubble wrap

You ship

Limited editions

Use flat postage boxes

Add backing board and a certificate card

You ship

Print bundles

Use flat postage boxes

Add backing board between prints

Comparison

Compare your options.

How the main print packaging options stack up.

PackagingBest forProtectionBrandingBudget
Flat postage boxesStandard sizesHighGood$
Mailing tubesLarge printsMediumMinimal$
Backing boardKeeping prints flatMediumMinimal$
Resealable bagsClean, dry printsLowMinimal$
Corner protectorsFramed workHighMinimal$

Custom printing

Put your brand on every order.

Branded packaging doesn't need a big upfront investment. Choose the print method that suits your volume, budget and design.

From 25 units

Digital print

Full colour logos on stock mailer boxes. Ideal for small runs.

Learn more → Bold colour

Screen print

Crisp 1–2 colour logos, including white ink on kraft black boxes.

Learn more → High volume

Flexo print

Cost-effective printing on shipping cartons for larger orders.

Learn more → Premium

Offset print

The highest quality full colour print on paperboard packaging.

Learn more → Luxury

Foil print

Gold, silver, rose gold and more on rigid boxes and gift bags.

Learn more → Finishing touches

Tissue, ribbon, labels & cards

Brand every layer of the unboxing.

Learn more →

Buying guide

Tips from packaging experts.

Practical advice for artists and print sellers.

Bag, board, box

Put the print in a resealable bag, add backing board, then pack it in a flat box. It's the simplest way to avoid damage.

Roll image side out

When rolling prints for a tube, roll with the image facing out so it flattens more easily.

Mark it "do not bend"

Clear handling instructions help, but don't rely on them alone.

Include a thank you card

A printed card with your details encourages repeat buyers and social shares.

Box size calculator

Enter your product size and how you'll pack it. We'll work out the box size you need in millimetres.

Enter your product size to see the internal box size you need.

This is a guide only. We recommend ordering a sample and testing it with your product before buying in bulk.

Sustainability

Better choices for the planet.

Our eco range →

Recyclable cardboard

Our cardboard boxes and cartons can go in kerbside recycling.

Kraft & recycled content

Our cardboard contains 60%+ recycled content.

Recyclable tissue

Our tissue paper is 100% recyclable.

Paper void fill

Swap foam and bubble wrap for honeycomb or kraft paper fill.

Made in Melbourne

Over 90% of our range is made in Melbourne.

Before you order

Your packaging checklist.

Tick these off before your first (or next) order to avoid the most common mistakes.

FAQs

Art print packaging questions.

Can't find your answer? Call 03 8689 9344 or contact us.

How do I ship art prints without bending them?
Place the print in a resealable bag with backing board, then ship it in a flat postage box sized to the print.
Should I ship prints flat or rolled?
Standard sizes like A4 and A3 ship well flat. Large prints and posters usually ship rolled in a mailing tube.
How do I ship framed artwork?
Use corner protectors, bubble wrap and a strong shipping box with filler so the frame can't move.
Do you have A3 and A4 mailing boxes?
Yes. We stock A3, A4 and A5 postage boxes for flat prints and cards.
How can I brand my print packaging?
Custom stickers and printed thank you cards are an easy way to brand every order.
Do you deliver Australia-wide?
Yes, we deliver Australia-wide. Stock orders typically dispatch within 1–3 business days, and we offer Click & Collect from Thomastown, VIC.

Ready to get started?

Packaging that protects your work.

Whether you ship a few prints a week or run a busy online print shop, our Melbourne team is ready to help.

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Last updated: October 2026 · Reviewed by the PackQueen packaging team

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