Art
Shippers




| Step 6-1 |
| Basically Uppity Movers/Handypersons |




We like to think that there is something special about us besides the fact that you pay us extra to be careful. This is not true. Nothing separates us from movers besides that 90% have a BFA/MFA and a more robust insurance policy. However, this is good for you because it means that we are so scared of breaking your art — and possibly messing up your show — that we will probably go out of our way to ensure that your taxidermy horse head or pile of dust from Mt. St Hellens makes it to the final destination in one piece. Or, at the very least, we'll be wearing nitrile gloves — so we won't get fingerprints on your art as we break it.



| Art Handlers / Shippers |




Company Notes


Superframe
  • Not exactly cheap, but they give a shit
  • I work here so obviously it is the best
  • Has a Sprinter van and a regular van*
  • Great for in town trips

  • * The regular van is good for places with low-ceiling underground parking (think downtown Toronto Bay St. type stuff)


    Museum Pros
  • Will literally take on any job no matter how far outside of reality it is
  • The Staff are doing the best with what they are given... Go easy on them
  • Cheap, and you get what you pay for
  • Pretty shady management

  • Pacart
  • The owner started in long-haul trucking, so he actually understands the logistics
  • Totally reasonable company
  • Totally reasonable rates
  • You could do worse

  • gallery express
  • Favourite of Toronto Image Works
  • Nice service
  • Nice people
  • Fair rates

  • artverb
  • They have Hino trucks, so they can take big stuff
  • The trucks look like the GFL trucks*
  • Pretty chill dudes

  • * After you notice them once, you'll notice them everywhere in Toronto


    Armstrong Moving
  • Good if you need to get a Henry Moore across the country
  • Unless you have one they are total overkill
  • Who literal billionaires use