Giclée: Art Reproductions on canvas or paper
Giclée fine art
reproductions are digitized images scanned from the original paintings
and printed by piezo printhead ("squirted ink") technology
that can print directly onto high-quality cotton canvas, photobase paper
or watercolor paper. Utilizing solvent-based inks (rather than dyes) in an ultra high-resolution ink jet
printing process, giclée reproductions are a modern marvel, the closest
possible duplication of original paintings ever achieved. An economical way
to reproduce original art; drawings, oil paintings, watercolors,
etc. Produce one to 1000. Up to 56" x 50'.
Printing on Canvas :
We
produce artistic and photographic prints, displaying imagery in full
vibrant color on artist canvas. We offer low volume prints of your
paintings,
professional photography, portraits and personal snapshots. The
prints provided by our company are of the highest quality and worthy of
public displays.
Let us
help you place your images on canvas. Through our services you can
make a family vacation, wedding photo or even a snapshot of your
favorite pet a work of art. We can have it enlarged and ready for
framing. There is no minimum to the number of prints you can have
made. You can order just one or order multiple prints to send to
friends and family.
Benefits to Canvas Prints
Individuals
can place their snapshots onto canvas Artists can have quality prints made
Long lasting and will save into future generations. Simple photos become a
work of art Existing works of art can be quality prints for collectors
Photographers can offer their clients another stock Canvas offers the
durability that standard photo paper does not
Long
Lasting Colorful Canvas Prints
Canvas
prints provided by Sausalito Signs utilize specially treated 22 mil
canvas stock that is acid free and made to last into the next generation.
A gloss sheen is applied to the canvas to give a print that
"finished" look. Artwork and photos are reproduced at 1400 dpi
with six color splendor for photo-realistic exhibit-quality images.
The inks
are UV solvent based therefore they have longer lasting span and are
more resistant to the sun. With proper care and elimination of direct sun
light, your print has the potential to last a lifetime.
Stretching
and mounting is a great option due to increased durability and artistic
appeal. Artwork or photos can then be displayed on a wall without the
necessity of a frame. In cases of reproductions of paintings, works of art
can be mistaken for an original at first glance.
Let us
reproduce your artwork on canvas. These high quality reproductions can
make it possible to offer signed and numbered editions for admirers,
collectors and even galleries.
On Paper
Depending up the type of original and the desired
reproduction look, you can choose either photobase paper (similar to
glossy or matte photographic paper, or the softer and more absorbent
watercolor paper or museum quality archival paper. Generally, if your original is a photograph or contains
sharply defined or complex images, photobase peper is best. For
watercolors or softer impressions, use watercolor or archival paper.
Type:
We can work
with images in any of the following media types:
Originals
larger than 8 1/2 x 11" may require a scanning
fee.
Digital
Images
The higher the
resolution the better. We recommend that most digital files have the equivalent
of 150 pixels for every inch to be printed. If you are unfamiliar with how
to determine image resolution on your digital file, call us at 415-332-4560
with any questions regarding suitability of digital images. Digital images
from web cams, web sites may be too small for printing anything larger
than a few inches. Please check with the originator of the picture to
determine if it is large enough for printing purposes.
Photographs
Photographs
should be of good quality without smudging, watermarks or scratches. We
can edit damaged photos if requested for an additional fee. The size of
the photograph is important. Wallet sizes pictures are not recommended due
to high amount of photo graininess that may appear in the print.
35
MM Slides
Should be free
from scratches or markings that can detract from the image.
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