7/19/2012

Practical Standards Of Giclee Printing Services

By Stephanie Skinner


Reproducing fine arts prints in high resolution is made possible with the process of Giclee printing services. The print type is classified in to two types, digital prints and original paintings. Art reproduction is conducted with the use of a large ink jet printer equipment.

The term was coined according to the process of how the fine art is reproduced. The process involves squirting and spraying ink to the canvass. The process was initially applied during the early nineties.

This method allows the artist to manipulate the reproduction of their art work. They are free to add embellishments, frames, size alteration, and other enhancing agent in digital production. Adobe Photo Shop and other digital imaging software can be used to for art manipulation.

The appropriate printer is an ink jet printer that can hold an average of twelve archival pigmented ink colors. This will provide dot pattern free print out which makes the replicated copy very similar to the original one. The print industry prefers high quality results from high standard equipments.

The key for a long quality print is the use of archival pigmented ink. This type of ink is waterproof and contains protective properties from UV rays. It is composed from biological materials that provides a different vibrant texture compared to natural ink substance.

Appropriate canvass should have the standard archival quality. The paper along with the ink used to copy a piece of art should last long so it can be a viable replica for display or collection. The paper material is treated and made with poly cotton. Although this can be quite expensive, this composition adds elasticity and versatility to the paper.

Acquire the necessary authenticity certificates when reproducing for giclee printing services. This would provide legalities to copyright laws and trademark reproduction. Quality art reproduction should be rightfully produced.




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