The Term: The term "giclee" (zhee-clay) connotes an elevation in printmaking technology. A giclee is an individually produced, high-resolution, high-tech reproduction done on a special large format printer. Images are generated from digital files and printed with archival quality inks onto various substrates including canvas, fine art, and photo-base paper. The giclee printing process provides better color accuracy than any other means of reproduction.
The Process: Our prints are created using a professional 12 color printer. The process employs archival quality pigmented inks and multiple print heads resulting in a very wide color gamut. Our canvas has been tested and given the highest Fair Art Trade Guild rating as an archival canvas. The combination of archival inks and canvas means that our product will maintain vibrant color for over 100 years even in full sunlight. As an added feature we add a clear coat which enhances their durability and appearance.
The Print Quality: The quality of the giclee print rivals traditional silver-halide and gelatin printing processes. It has become the widely accepted replacement for lithographs. The range, or "gamut" of color for giclees is far beyond that of lithography, and details are crisper.
The Market: Numerous examples of giclee prints can be found in New York City at the Metropolitan Museum, the Museum of Modern Art, and the Chelsea Galleries. Giclees were originally developed as a proofing system for traditional lithographic printing presses, but it soon became apparent that the presses were having a hard time delivering the quality and brilliant color of the giclee proofs. Giclees evolved into the new standard in the art world. They are coveted by collectors for their fidelity and quality, and desired by galleries and artists alike.
Our Line: The photos necessary for this canvas size have to be the absolute best quality and resolution. We then enhance the photo for edge-to-edge sharpness that creates an almost three-dimensional appearance. Our art is finished in the popular gallery wrap format, eliminating the need for framing. The result is a stunning high-color art work that will become a statement piece in any room.