What are Giclée prints?
The term Giclée refers to a new elevation in printmaking technology. Images are generated from high-resolution digital images and printed with archival-quality inks onto fine art paper.
The three main types of Giclée prints we create are photographic, watercolor and oil canvas
Due to recent advances in archival-quality inks and substrate technology these amazing reproductions are now guaranteed not to fade or change color indefinitely. What is also impressive is the color range that we can now reproduce. Native files stay in the larger RGB color gamut and a much larger range of colors can now be achieved.

Archival Properties
Our Papers

For our watercolor reproductions we use a Somerset Velvet paper made from 100% cotton, to give you a sheet made with one of purest sources of cellulose. It is an acid free archival quality paper. It is also buffered with calcium carbonate to combat acid attack that finished prints may encounter from air pollution.

For our photographic prints we use an Ultra Premium Semimatte photo paper. We find it’s the best paper for high-resolution output with a very wide color gamut for true photo reproduction.
It’s also pretty thick which makes it durable and ideal for framing.

For our canvas painting reproductions we use a Premium Art Water resistant canvas.
This unique heavyweight, quality canvas utilizes a tight weave and it’s made from 100% cotton duck fabric. With a high resolution coating that is pliable enough to withstand stretching this canvas displays a subtle texture for a true artistic look and feel. Combined with incredible color reproduction, a medium gloss finish, and an acid free archival quality base, this canvas is extremely versatile.

Additional papers are available to choose from. Please call us to discuss

Fade Resistance
For print longevity we use Epson UltraChrome K3 Inks and Epson archival inks. This type of ink has a far greater fade resistance than the equivalent dye based ink. As with original artwork, prints should be framed behind glass and displayed away from direct sunlight.

Environment of Display
The three most important environmental factors in displaying prints are light, relative humidity, and temperature. Both visible and ultraviolet light can deteriorate digital images. UV filtered glass can greatly reduce the adverse effects of light on inkjet printed digital prints. Relative humidity levels above 65% can also cause damage to digital prints, even when exposed for brief durations. The careful placement of framed artwork on inside walls away from sources of extreme heat or cold (vents) will prolong their life.

Comparing one of these prints to a traditional offset reproduction made with process inks has to be seen to be appreciated.