o   THE ARTIST    o

Robert Nicholls is a globally respected natural history artist with a reputation for producing unique and exciting palaeontological and archaeological artworks. His illustrations, murals and 3D models are exhibited in many universities, museums, theme parks and attractions all around the world. He has also been published in numerous popular and scientific books and journals. His portfolio contains projects for National Geographic, and in June 2001 'Bob' was also chosen to be the artist on set for the BBC2 television series "Live from Dinosaur Isle."

As well as being a passionate natural history enthusiast, Robert Nicholls is a member of numerous organisations dedicated to the study and progression of palaeontology. He uses his own knowledge of anatomy and the expertise of his contacts in the field to produce up to date and scientifically accurate reconstructions of prehistoric animals, environments and ancient civilisations.

o   COMMISSIONS    o

Robert Nicholls has been a freelance artist for over ten years. Any subject matter will be considered for commission however natural history, archaeological and science fiction subjects may be given priority. If you would like a quotation regarding any medium of artwork contact Robert Nicholls. Please clarify in your enquiry what subject is to be illustrated, what type of artwork interests you (painting, drawing or model, etc), how the artwork will be used (e.g. published in a guidebook), and any deadlines the artist must meet.

o   PURCHASING ARTWORK    o

Many artworks on this website are available to buy and most are reproduced as prints and poster prints. Information on how to order and pay for PRINTS, POSTER PRINTS, ORIGINAL (and cast copy) artworks and collectable ITEMS is listed below. The availability of every artwork on this site is listed beneath the relevant image on all pages. Laminating and mounting can also be arranged but at an additional fee.

ORDERING artwork can be done directly with the artist. Please e-mail your order to bob.nicholls@paleocreations.com specifying the title of the artwork, the format -PRINT, POSTER PRINT, ORIGINAL or collectable ITEM- and your favoured method of payment.

PAYMENTS may be made by PayPal, bank transfer or cheque. PayPal payments should be sent to bob.nicholls@paleocreations.com. Cheques should be made out to PALEOCREATIONS but only cheques in UK pounds sterling will be accepted. Contact the artist for a postal address and relevant bank transfer details.

PRINTS are all high quality giclee reproductions on premium paper (29.6cm x 42cm) and signed by the artist. For posting they are packaged in water resistant sleeves and heavy duty cardboard tubes. A maximum of four prints can be packed into a single tube. The postage and packing fee for each heavy duty tube is £5.00 for UK First Class Mail, £8.00 for UK next day Special Delivery and £8.00 for all International Airmail destinations.

POSTER PRINTS are listed in three standard sizes -LARGE, OVERSIZE and MAXIMUM- but posters of specific dimensions are available on request. Each different image will vary in shape; however LARGE posters always have a shortest edge of 40cm (approx. 16"). OVERSIZE posters always have a shortest edge of 60cm (approx. 24") and MAXIMUM posters always have a shortest edge of 80cm (approx. 32"). Poster prints are packaged in strong, water resistant plastic tubes and about four prints can be packed into a single tube. The postage and packing fees are listed here, below.

LARGE poster prints: £8.00 for UK First Class Mail, £10.00 for UK next day Special Delivery and £10.00 for all International Airmail destinations. OVERSIZE poster prints: £10.00 for UK First Class Mail, £12.00 for UK next day Special Delivery and £12.00 for all International Airmail destinations. MAXIMUM poster prints: £12.00 for UK First Class Mail, £14.00 for UK next day Special Delivery and £14.00 for all International Airmail destinations.

ORIGINAL and cast copy artworks will be wrapped in protective, water resistant packaging. Small two dimensional originals will fit in reinforced envelopes and larger ones in cardboard or plastic tubes. The postage and packing fees for envelopes are listed below. Some paintings and 3D cast copy models will need to be packaged in custom built containers and will be priced individually. Contact the artist for further details.

Small envelopes: £3.00 for UK First Class Mail, £5.00 for UK next day Special Delivery and £5.00 for all International Airmail destinations. Large envelopes: £5.00 for UK First Class Mail, £8.00 for UK next day Special Delivery and £8.00 for all International Airmail destinations.

ITEMS listed on the COLLECTABLES page will be packaged in custom built water resistant parcels appropriate for the individual item purchased. See above for information regarding PRINTS, POSTER PRINTS and ORIGINAL artworks. Additional information regarding the cost of packaging for other items will be listed beneath the relevant image on the COLLECTABLES page.