
Legal Disclosure
Information in accordance with Section 5 TMG
Johanna Excell
Art by Johanna Excell
Zur Adlerseige 7
93105 Tegernheim
Contact Information
E-mail: johanna@excell.fi
VAT number
Vat identification number in accordance with Section 27 a of the German VAT act
244/207/10611
All prices include VAT.
Packaging Compliance
Registered with the LUCID Packaging Register (Reg. No. [DE3326817407112]).
Packaging participation via Interseroh Lizenzero (license number on file).
Copyright
The content and works published on this website are governed by the copyright laws of Germany. Any duplication, processing, distribution or any form of utilization beyond the scope of copyright law requires prior written consent.
Disclaimer
The contents of these pages were prepared with utmost care. Nonetheless, I cannot assume liability for the accuracy and completeness of the information.
My website may contain links to external websites. As the contents of these third-party websites are beyond my control, I cannot accept liability for them. Responsibility for the contents of the linked pages is always held by the provider or operator of the pages.
Right of Withdrawal
Customers have the right to withdraw from the contract within 14 days without giving a reason.
For digital products (e.g. online courses), the right of withdrawal expires once more than 30% of the course has been accessed.
For physical goods (e.g. original artwork, ceramics, prints), please see the terms and conditions below.
Privacy policy
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I take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how I collect, use, and protect your personal data when you visit or make a purchase from my website www.johannaexcell.com.
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1. Data Controller
The controller responsible for data processing is:
Art by Johanna Excell
Zur Adlerseige 7, 93105 Tegernheim, Germany
Email: johanna@excell.fi
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2. What data I collect
I collect the following personal data when you use my website or shop:
-Contact details (name, email, address, phone number)
- Order details (products purchased, payment status, shipping information)
- Payment information (processed securely by third-party providers such as PayPal, Stripe, or Wix Payments; we do not store credit card details)
- Technical data (IP address, browser type, device information, cookies)
- Communication data (messages sent via forms or email)
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3. How I use your data
I use your personal data for the following purposes:
- To process and fulfill your order
- To communicate with you about your order, delivery, or returns
- To send you updates or marketing emails (only if you have given consent)
- To improve my website and customer experience
- To comply with legal obligations (e.g., tax laws)
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4. Legal basis for processing
I process your personal data based on:
- Article 6(1)(b) GDPR: performance of a contract (to fulfill your order)
- Article 6(1)(c) GDPR: legal obligations (e.g., bookkeeping, taxes)
- Article 6(1)(a) GDPR: your consent (e.g., for marketing emails, cookies)
- Article 6(1)(f) GDPR: legitimate interests (website security, fraud prevention)
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5. Sharing of data
I share your data only when necessary, for example with:
- Payment providers (PayPal, Stripe, Wix Payments)
- Shipping carriers (e.g., DHL, Deutsche Post)
- Service providers I use for hosting, analytics, or email marketing
I never sell your data to third parties.
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6. Cookies
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies I use on www.johannaexcell.com and how you can manage them.
What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites work properly, improve user experience, and provide information to site owners.
Types of cookies I use
1. Essential cookies
These cookies are required for the basic functions of my shop (such as cart, checkout, and secure login).
They cannot be switched off in my systems.
Examples:
- Session cookies (to remember your cart while browsing)
- Security cookies (to protect your data and prevent fraud)
2. Marketing & analytics cookies (Facebook/Meta Pixel)
I use the Meta (Facebook) Pixel to understand how visitors use my site and to improve my marketing.
The Pixel allows me to:
- Measure the effectiveness of my ads on Facebook and Instagram
- Show you more relevant advertising
- Track conversions (e.g., purchases after clicking an ad)
The data collected via the Pixel may be transmitted to and stored by Meta Platforms Inc. in the USA. This may involve data transfers outside the EU.
For more details, please see Facebook’s Data Policy: https://www.facebook.com/policy.php
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When you first visit my site, you will see a cookie banner that allows you to accept all cookies or only essential ones.
You can also manage cookies at any time by changing your browser settings. You can also reject all cookies. Please note that disabling essential cookies may affect the functionality of my shop.
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7. Data retention
I store your data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes above:
- Order and billing data: kept for 6–10 years (legal retention period in Germany)
- Marketing data: kept until you withdraw your consent
- Technical cookies: duration depends on type (session or persistent)
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8. Your rights under GDPR
You have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Rectify incorrect data
- Request deletion of your data
- Restrict or object to processing
- Withdraw consent at any time (for marketing or cookies)
- Data portability (receive your data in a machine-readable format)
To exercise these rights, contact me at johanna@excell.fi.
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9. Contact & Complaints
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, contact us at [your email].
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority in Germany.
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If you choose to purchase a painting or a print from me directly (ie. not through my online shop) or contact me via my website, you may provide me with personal information, such as name, email address, telephone number, postal address, and payment information. I will not share this information with other parties, with the exception of trusted third parties such as delivery companies, and in this case I will only share information to the extent necessary to perform these services. Otherwise I use the information only to contact you, provide customer support, or to fulfill the order. I may, however, use the information to comply with a legal obligation or court order or in connection with a legal claim, such as retaining information about your purchase if required by tax law.
For purposes of EU data protection law, I, Johanna Excell, am the data controller of your personal information. If you have any questions or concerns, you may contact me via email johanna@excell.fi or through my website www.johannaexcell.com.​​
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Shipping Information
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Shipping rates
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Small Items (parcel under 2 kg and smaller than 60 × 30 × 15 cm)
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Germany: 5€ (free over 150€)
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EU: 7€ (free over 350€)
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Switzerland, UK, Norway: 10 € (free over 400€)
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Albania, Andorra, Belarus, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Faroe Islands, Gibraltar, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Moldova, Montenegro, Republic of Kosovo, San Marino, Serbia, Turkey, Ukraine, Vatican: 15 €
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USA: 50 € (contact me for quote!)
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Rest of the world: 20 €
General Profile
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Germany: 5€ (free over 150€)
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EU: 10€ (free over 350€)
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Switzerland, UK, Norway: 15 € (free over 400€)
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Albania, Andorra, Belarus, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Faroe Islands, Gibraltar, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Moldova, Montenegro, Republic of Kosovo, San Marino, Serbia, Turkey, Ukraine, Vatican: 20 €
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USA: 70 € (please contact me for quote)
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Rest of the world: 27€
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Large Artwork (parcel width over 60 cm)
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Germany: 10€ (free over 500€)
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EU: 15€
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UK: 27€
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Rest of the world: Please contact me for a quote.
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All orders ship from Germany.
Shipping for oversized or combined orders may vary.
If you’re unsure which category your order fits, please contact me before purchasing.
Terms and Conditions for online shop
Last updated: 26.8.2025
1. Scope
​These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) apply to all purchases made through the online shop operated by Art by Johanna Excell (the “Seller”, "I", "my", “we”, “our”, or “us”) via the website [www.johannaexcell.com] (the “Website”).
By placing an order, the customer (“Buyer”, “you”, or “your”) agrees to these Terms.
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2. Seller Information
Art by Johanna Excell
Zur Adlerseige 7, 93105 Tegernheim, Germany
Email: johanna@excell.fi
VAT ID: 244/207/10611
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3. Products
- The shop offers original artworks, prints, ceramics, and related goods (the “Products”).
- Images of products and frames are for illustrative purposes only. Colors may vary slightly depending on screen settings.
- Original artworks are unique pieces; once sold, they cannot be reproduced in identical form.
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4. Prices and Payment
- All prices are listed in Euro (€) and include statutory VAT where applicable.
- Shipping costs are shown separately before checkout.
- Payment is due immediately upon order and can be made via the payment methods offered at checkout.
- The Seller retains ownership of the Products until full payment is received.
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5. Shipping and Delivery
- I ship within Germany, the EU, and internationally, unless otherwise specified.
- Delivery times vary by destination.
- Buyers are responsible for providing correct and complete delivery information.
- Import duties, customs charges, or local taxes outside of Germany are the responsibility of the Buyer.
Shipping Rates
Rates will be calculated at checkout. All parcels are tracked.
For oversized artworks such as large canvas paintings, higher international shipping rates may apply for destinations outside the EU. Please contact me for more information.
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6. Right of Withdrawal (Consumers within the EU)
Effects of Withdrawal
If you withdraw, we will refund all payments (excluding delivery costs) within 14 days of receiving the returned goods. Refunds will be issued using the same payment method you used.
You must return the goods at your own cost and risk within 14 days of informing us. We will not cover return shipping costs.
If the returned goods show signs of use, damage, or are not properly packaged, we may reduce the refund accordingly.
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7. Returns and Complaints
- Buyers are responsible for the cost of returning goods unless otherwise agreed.
- If a parcel is not accepted, not collected, or returned due to incorrect or incomplete delivery information provided by the Buyer, the Buyer is responsible for both the initial shipping costs and the costs of the return.
- Please inspect the Products upon delivery. If goods are damaged in transit, notify us immediately.
- For defects or incorrect deliveries, you are entitled to statutory warranty rights under German law (Sections 437 ff. BGB).
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8. Intellectual Property
All artworks, designs, images, and content on this Website are protected by copyright and remain the property of Johanna Excell.
You may not reproduce, distribute, or commercially use any content without prior written consent.
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9. Liability
- We are liable for intent and gross negligence as provided by German law.
- In cases of slight negligence, we are only liable for damages resulting from the breach of essential contractual obligations (cardinal duties).
- Liability for damages caused by injury to life, body, or health remains unaffected.
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10. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
- These Terms are governed by German law, excluding the UN Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods (CISG).
- If you are a consumer, mandatory consumer protection laws of your country of residence remain unaffected.
- For business customers, the exclusive place of jurisdiction is Regensburg.
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11. Online Dispute Resolution
The European Commission provides an online dispute resolution platform (ODR): https://ec.europa.eu/consumers/odr/
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12. Taxes & VAT
All prices shown in the shop are final prices and include VAT (Mehrwertsteuer), where applicable.
- 7% VAT applies to original artworks (paintings, drawings, sculptures, and other unique works).
- 19% VAT applies to art prints and other products.
For orders outside the European Union, VAT is not charged.
Buyers may be responsible for customs duties or import taxes in their own country.
