We are artists who have dedicated our lives to creating paintings and sculptures about love and happiness which uplift and inspire other people.

We create artworks in a wide variety of mediums and sell a wide range of both original oil paintings and sculptures as well as limited edition prints and handmade sculptural castings.

Our home and studio gallery is located on an island in Australia about one hour north of Sydney in the picturesque Hawksbury river region. You are welcome to come to the studio to view and purchase our artworks. We have regular open studio and exhibition days.

You can contact us via email mail@theartofhappiness.net or call and talk to us us direct on (international61) 2 9985 8389 for more information.

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Sofan Chan - Painter
I was born and spent my formative years in Hong Kong, a place of great cultural diversity. I studied advanced western painting techniques at the fine art institute of Chicago in the USA, before finally settling with my husband Rochman in Australia.

My paintings have an easily recognisable, unique style filled with filled with vibrant, happy colours and flowing lines. My original oil paintings and limited edition prints are now proudly displayed in a wide variety of collections around the world.

Painting is a form of meditation for me. When I am truly in tune with what I am painting, the inspiration begins to flow, and the paint takes on a life of it's own and effortlessly appears onto the canvas.

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Rochman Reese Sculptor
I was born in Australia and spent many years wandering to strange place around the world, and my sculptures are influenced by many different cultures.

My sculptures are a sensual experience. A good sculptural work calls out to be touched as well as looked at. In my work I try to create artworks which evoke an instant tactile response.

Often when I am sculpting my hands just seem to take over. It's almost as if my mind switches off or goes on holidays. It is a state of being outside of time for me. Many hours can pass as almost unconsciously the sculpture seems to create itself.

Both Sofan and I continually inspire each other. Perhaps this is why so much of our Artworks are about love, happiness and tranquility.

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Although we are based in Sydney Australia we regularly ship our artworks to many places all around the world.

We do everything possible to insure that your artworks arrive to you undamaged and in good condition. All Artworks are are extensively packaged in protective foam or bubble wrap and placed in thick walled cardboard export cartons for extra strength and security. In the unlikely event that your artworks arrive damaged during the shipping process, they will be replaced with no extra charges to you.

• Postage costs are usually about $10 - $20US per item. This is done to insure that you get the most reasonable shipping costs possible. You are only billed for exactly the amount that it costs us to send you your artworks. You will receive an exact quote via email based upon your postcode prior to us sending your artworks.Your order will not be processed and you will not be billed until you have accepted the final shipping quote.
  
• Delivery time is between 7 - 14 days depending on where you live. Artworks are usually shipped within within 3 days of your payment being received.
  
• Insurance All artworks are sent by registered mail and fully insured. This insurance is usually between 1 and 2% of the purchase price. included in the cost of the shipping. In the unlikely event that your artworks are damaged during shipping, they will be replaced without you incurring any extra costs.
  
• Large scale sculptures, paintings and prints on canvas (over 90cmx60cm) have to be shipped via international courier. This usually costs between $30US and $100US depending on the size and weight of the Artworks and the destination. You will receive an exact quote via email based upon your postcode prior to us sending your artworks. Your order will not be processed and you will not be billed until you have accepted the final shipping quote.

Q. Can I send this artwork directly to a friend?
A. Yes. We also offer a FREE gift wrapping service Simply fill out the relevant details in the shopping cart and your purchase will be sent gift wrapped with a special card directly to whoever you specify.

Q. How securely are your paintings shipped?
A. We do everything possible to insure that your artworks arrive to you undamaged and in good condition. All Artworks are are extensively packaged in protective foam or bubble wrap and placed in thick walled cardboard export cartons for extra strength and security. In the unlikely event that your artworks arrive damaged during the shipping process, they will be replaced with no extra charges to you. For more information see shipping details.

Q. What if after the Artwork arrives I wish to exchange it?
A. It's very important to us that you are happy with the Artworks that you purchase. All of our paintings, prints and sculptures are shipped to you with a 100% satisfaction guarantee. If for any reason you are not satisfied with the artwork, send it back undamaged within 90 days of receiving for either an exchange to a different artwork or a refund in the purchase price. Please note the refund does not include freight or insurance costs.

Q. Do you have a showroom or studio?
A. Yes. Our home and studio gallery is located on Dangar Island, less than one hour north of Sydney in the picturesque Hawksbury River estuary.

Q. Is it possible to come to your studio gallery and view the artworks before I purchase?

A. You are very welcome to come to our studio gallery. It is essential to make an appointment and give us several days notice, as we are often away doing interstate art shows. You can either call us on (international 612) 9985 8389 to make an appointment or simply email us with the details of when you would like to come. We will then be able to send you more specific details about how to get here.

Q. Is it possible to be notified about your exhibitions and when new paintings and sculptures are listed on the website?

A. If you join our mailing list you will receive regular updates regarding our exhibitions, art shows and latest paintings and sculptures available.

Q. Can I get this painting it in a different size or colour?
A. I would love to create a special paintings for you. I often do commissions for people who have seen something they like on the website but need something just a little bit different. Sometimes it's important to emphasize a certain colour. Or it could be a special theme that has a special meaning for you. For more information on commissioning an artwork please email me

Q. Are your paintings and prints sent ready to hang?
A. Yes. The framed prints have hangers on the back and can quickly and easily be hung right away. All canvases have been carefully stretched across a strong timber frame and have high quality framing wire or cord stretched across the backs.

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Our Artworks can be far more than just something for your eyes, they can also nourish your soul and tantalize your mind. All of our paintings and sculptures have been created with a very special focus on love, happiness, tranquility and inspiration.

In our artistic creations, we want to give joy and share our love of life with others. Artworks have such an amazing power to influence our thoughts and emotions, to uplift and also inspire. We hope you will enjoy them for many years.

Sofan Chan and Rochman Reese

Our Webmaster Cassia Chan-Reese

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