Terms & Conditions

Last updated: 30 September 2025

Christian Nicolson Art is a trading name of Little Hero Limited (“we”, “our”, “us”). In these Terms and Conditions (“Terms”), “you” and “your” refer to the customer or user of this website.

These Terms govern your use of our website www.christiannicolson.co.nz (the “Site”), and the purchase or use of any products, services, or content made available through it. By using the Site, or by ticking “I have read and agree to the Terms and Conditions” at checkout, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the Site.

1. Use of the Site

  • You may browse and use the Site only for lawful purposes.
  • You agree not to use the Site in any way that could damage, disable, or impair its operation.
  • Unauthorised use of this Site may give rise to a claim for damages and/or be a criminal offence.

2. Accuracy of Information

While we make every effort to ensure the information on this Site is accurate and current, we do not guarantee that all content is free from errors, complete, or up to date. Any reliance on the material on this Site is at your own risk. We reserve the right to correct errors, inaccuracies, or omissions and to update information at any time without prior notice, including after you have submitted an order.

3. Intellectual Property

  • All images, artworks, designs, text, graphics, logos, and other content on this Site are the intellectual property of Christian Nicolson and are protected by copyright, trademark, and other applicable laws.
  • You may not copy, reproduce, republish, distribute, or exploit any content without prior written permission.
  • Purchase of a product (including digital downloads or prints) does not grant you any intellectual property rights other than personal, non-commercial use of that item.

4. Restrictions on AI Training and Data Mining

  • You are expressly prohibited from:
    • Using any images, text, or other content from this Site to train, fine-tune, or improve artificial intelligence (AI) systems, machine learning models, or neural networks.
    • Scraping, harvesting, or otherwise collecting data, images, or content for the purposes of AI dataset creation or automated processing.
    • Uploading Site content to any platform, tool, or service that allows or facilitates AI training, synthesis, or derivative generation.
  • No license or consent is granted for AI training, machine learning, or similar uses.
  • Any unauthorised use of content for AI or data mining constitutes a material breach of these Terms and may result in legal action.

5. Product Descriptions and Artwork Characteristics

We make every effort to ensure that descriptions and images of artworks are accurate. However:

  • Colour Representation: Colours may vary slightly from what you see on your screen due to differences in monitor calibration, device settings, and lighting conditions. We cannot guarantee exact colour matches.
  • Resin Coating: Where resin finishes are applied, natural variations such as small bubbles, ripples, or surface irregularities may occur. These are not considered defects but part of the handmade process.
  • Handmade Nature: All artworks are unique and may include imperfections, textures, brushstrokes, or other characteristics that are inherent to the creative process. These are not faults but integral to the originality of the work.
  • Longevity & Natural Ageing: We take care to use professional-quality materials and methods to ensure durability and longevity of our original artworks. However, all materials — including resins, varnishes, pigments, and substrates — can undergo natural changes over time. These may include, but are not limited to, slight yellowing of resin, surface shifts, or other age-related characteristics. Such changes are considered part of the natural ageing process of original artworks and do not constitute defects. While we select products based on the information and assurances provided by their manufacturers and suppliers, we cannot guarantee their long-term stability beyond what is represented by those suppliers.
  • Sizes (Original Artworks): Dimensions for original artworks are provided as accurately as possible but should be considered approximate. Slight variations can occur due to measuring methods, framing, or surface treatments. If exact sizing is critical for your space, please contact us before purchasing.

By purchasing, you acknowledge and accept these natural variations and ageing processes.

6. Purchases

  • All prices are listed in NZD and are subject to change without notice.
  • All prices are inclusive of GST (Goods and Services Tax). Purchasers outside New Zealand are responsible for any customs duties, taxes, or import fees applicable in their country.
  • We reserve the right to refuse or cancel any order at our discretion, including in the event of errors in pricing, availability, or customer information. In such cases, we will contact you using the details provided at the time of purchase and issue a refund if payment has been processed.
  • Payments are processed securely through our third-party providers. We are not responsible for any issues arising from payment processors.
  • Refunds, returns, or exchanges will be handled in accordance with our Refunds & Returns Policy.

7. Damaged or Faulty Items

  • If your order arrives damaged, faulty, or incorrect, please refer to our Refunds & Returns Policy for full details on how we handle replacements and claims. You must notify us promptly, and within the timeframes set out in that policy, in order for us to assist you.

8. Commissioned Works

  • From time to time we may agree to create artworks or projects on a commission basis.
  • All commissions require a separate written agreement to be signed before work begins. This agreement will set out details such as scope, timelines, pricing, reproduction rights, and copyright ownership.
  • Unless otherwise expressly agreed in writing, copyright and all intellectual property rights in commissioned works remain with the artist (Christian Nicolson / Little Hero Limited).
  • By commissioning a work, you acknowledge and agree that you will not obtain copyright ownership of the finished work. Any reproduction, publication, or commercial use of the commissioned work without our written consent is strictly prohibited.
  • The commissioner will receive the physical artwork itself (once completed and paid for in full) but not the underlying intellectual property rights.

9. Disclaimer of Warranties

  • The Site and its content are provided “as is” without any warranty of any kind.
  • We do not guarantee that the Site will always be available, error-free, or secure.
  • To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim all warranties, express or implied, including fitness for a particular purpose.

10. Limitation of Liability

  • To the fullest extent permitted by law, Christian Nicolson Art shall not be liable for any damages, losses, or expenses arising from your use of the Site or products purchased, including but not limited to indirect or consequential damages.

11. Third-Party Links

  • This Site may contain links to third-party websites. These are provided for your convenience only. We do not endorse and are not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of any third-party sites.

12. Prohibited Uses

You may not use this Site or its content:

  • For any unlawful purpose.
  • To infringe upon or violate our intellectual property rights or the rights of others.
  • To submit false or misleading information.
  • To upload or transmit viruses or malicious code.
  • To collect or track the personal information of others without consent.
  • To interfere with or disrupt the security, functionality, or performance of the Site.

We reserve the right to terminate your use of the Site if you are found to be engaging in prohibited activities.

13. Privacy

  • Your use of the Site is also governed by our Privacy Policy.
  • By using the Site, you consent to the collection and use of your information as outlined therein.

14. Governing Law

  • These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of New Zealand.
  • Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in New Zealand

15. Changes to Terms

  • We reserve the right to update these Terms at any time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised date.
  • Continued use of the Site after changes are made constitutes your acceptance of the updated Terms.

16. Contact Us

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us:
Email: info@christiannicolson.co.nz