Giclée prints can be created through the use of high-resolution digital scans of the original artwork, negatives, or digital camera files. These files are then printed onto acid free, archival grade papers offering exceptional permanence and image quality. The giclée printing process provides excellent color accuracy, and a sophisticated look and feel.

As for quality, the giclée print now rivals the look of many traditional silver-halide printing processes and is commonly found in museums and art galleries. The ability to print your limited editions on an as-needed basis makes the giclée an economical and convenient alternative to four-color processes.

Add the popular advantages of digital printing, such as repeatability and custom printing on demand, and the result is an unbeatable combination. Fine art black and white giclée prints yield exhibition quality images that provide expanded tonal range, image permanence and detail that is unattainable through traditional processes.

Because of the differences in media, pigmented inks vs. oils, water colors or pastels etc. some colors may fall outside of the printable color spectrum. During the proofing process we examine your original piece under our color correct lights and work carefully to achieve a look that is as close to the original as possible with current technology. Depending on the media you choose (Fine Art Paper or Canvas) some adjustments and test prints may be required for the best print possible.

* Colors inside the triangle are within the printable spectrum

Giclée Pricing

Our prices are based on the total square inches of media used. To figure out the size of your print in square inches, multiply the length by width. for example:

• a 16x20 print is 320 square inches.

Prints can be made borderless, or can be printed on media that is larger than the actual image size, the border that results is useful when matting and mounting the print.

For example, a 5x12 panoramic watercolor can be printed on a 7x14 piece of media (we'd call this a "canvas size" of 7x14, though the media itself isn't actually canvas) this would give you an inch on each side for matting and mounting the print.
The print will be priced as a 7x14 (98 square inches) instead of a 5x12 (60 square inches).

Giclée on canvas can be delivered to you canvas only or stretched.
For standard stretching we need 2 inches on each side for wrapping around the bars and stapling. Gallery wraps require at least 2.75" for wrapping.

• A 16x20 image with a 2 inch border is priced as a 20x24 (480 sq.in.)