Need to have your artwork
professionally photographed?

A good digital fine art reproduction requires an equally good digital file to start with.

Our Betterlight 6000HS digital camera back delivers outstanding image and color quality captures with file resolutions up to 274 MB in 16 bit RGB color.

This digital setup successfully eliminates the need for shooting and drum scanning traditional 4x5 film. The process allows for excellent color fidelity and color control at printing time.

Best of all, if we photograph your artwork we’ll be responsible for the quality of your art reproductions and make sure your expectations will be exceeded!




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The affordable alternative to traditional framing. It makes it easy for your art reproductions and photography to sell because your customers don’t have to go through the extra step and expense of framing.
It is artwork ready to hang and enjoy
!
Block mounting offers a UV protective surface. Grease, dust and moisture wipe right off and the non glare surface makes images easier to see from any angle.

• Affordable
• Easy to ship
• Protects like glass without breakage
• Safe in kids rooms
• Non glare
• UV protection
• Washable surface
• Looks GREAT!

Call for pricing





FLOAT MOUNT
This is a great solution for a clean, corporate look. 5/8 thick and 5/8 inch raised from the wall, it casts a nice shadow for a refined presentation.
Ideal for mid-sized to large prints.



PLAQUE MOUNT AND BLOCK MOUNT
Plaque mount is our most affordable yet elegant solution. 5/8 in thickness, it’s suitable for small to mid-sized prints. For a bolder look, you can try our 1 inch block mount solution. Block mounting is more suitable for medium to large size prints

FREE FedEx SHIPPING ON ALL ROLLED CANVAS PRINTS!
 SPRING 2008 SPECIAL

This winter’s special is free shipping for all orders over $50 printed on canvas.

Send us one of your files and your order will ship 3 day FedEx for free.
Enjoy high-end, professional fine art printing without the additional shipping costs.

Use the Pricing guide calculator below to give yourself a quote for printing on fine art paper, canvas and fabric. If you special requests or questions, call us at 1.866.649.3004.

How do we make Giclee prints?

In our Giclee printing process we use Epson 9800 printers. The 9800 model uses the K3 8 color ink system to render images. Because it prints up to 2880x1440 dots per inch, it has no visible dot pattern. The produced images maintain all the tonalities and hues of the original file.


What type of inks do we use for printing?

We use the industry-standard Epson K3 UltraChrome inks. Epson’s UltraChrome inks are one of the most important advances made in printing, achieving superb color expression.
The ink is formulated to be resistant to UV light and is rated to remain true for at least 30 years although, depending on the paper used, some claim it can last over 75 years.
To learn more about the properties of the inks and the process in general, visit Wilhelm Imaging Research, Inc. (www.wilhelm-research.com) who conduct research on the stability and preservation of traditional and digital color photographs.

Which papers and canvas do we use for Giclee prints?

We continuously experiment with new papers and canvases. We presently use mostly the Breathing Color Elegance Textured and the Brilliance 100% cotton canvas. The Elegance Textured is very popular because it offers a nice texture with good shadow detail and a nice feel. The Brilliance canvas is matte and has a natural texture and weave and it is made from 100% cotton fabric.
The Sienna 10mil photo satin paper is a heavy and durable photo-base paper suitable for high quality photographic enlargements.

Questions? Call us toll free at 1.866.649.3004

How to setup your files for good color communication.

Color correction and file adjustment process.

All files are printed as sent. We do not make any corrections to your files unless you have included the GretagMcBeth color chart in your image as described below. We provide you with a free initial color test so you can see the quality of your files and to make all necessary adjustments prior to placing your final order. If you don’t know or have the tools to make corrections to your images you can ask us to use our own judgment for best color.

If you are a photographer with access to the GretagMcBeth color chart:

We have developed a color balancing system (see example below) that allows us to produce a close color match without having access to your original artwork.
This process requires that the files we receive from you include the GretagMcBeth color chart in the image or that the chart is shot separately and under identical circumstances. The process produces an accurate reproduction of the chart, dramatically enhancing the color accuracy of the reproduced artwork. It is important that you don’t convert your images to a profile other than image’s native profile. Feel free to call if you have further questions regarding this process.

If your artwork is going to be photographed by a professional:

If your art piece is going to be photographed by a professional photographer ask them to include the GretagMcBeth color chart in their images or shoot the chart separately and under an identical light setting. Including the photographed chart with your order will greatly increase the color accuracy of your Giclee reproduction.

If your artwork has already been photographed:

If your artwork has been already photographed and if you are familiar with color profiles, we recommend that you apply the Adobe RGB 1998 color profile to your images before you send them to us.
Applying that profile to your file will help us have better control over the color range of your image files and produce predictable results.
If you are not familiar with color profiles just leave your files as they are and we will print your images using our default settings. If we see any potential problems with your files prior to printing we will contact you, discuss your options and offer possible solutions.

Sizing your images:

 Size your files for their intended final printed size and at 300 DPI. If you need white border around your artwork you need to make it part of your image. White space is billable as it is part of the image. If your images do not match the sizes you requested when you placed the order, we will size them for you. If their proportions don’t match we will call you.

If you need photo-quality blowups:

If you are interested in output to photo-quality blowups submit your images in CMYK color. We print these files on our HP DesignJet 5500 with UV inks and using the high-end ONYX RIP. The RIP is capable of printing small images to usable sizes impossible to achieve by simply interpolating a file in Photoshop. Call us for details.

File formats:

We accept files in all standard image formats except RAW camera files.

We always try to offer you the best possible product. Please take advantage of our proofing process before you order your final print.