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GICLÉE INFORMATION AND BENEFITS
Put simply it is the latest development in inkjet technology that
produces prints directly from a digital file in quantities and to
such a superb quality that has not been possible or commercially
viable by any other printing process up to now.
There are huge benefits to be gained by using Giclée compared to
traditional lithographic printing.
The opportunity to test market a new image at a realistic price.
Greatly reduced initial costs compared to lithographic printing.
Print the edition as you receive the orders, helps your cash flow
and eliminates storage problems.
There's no obligation to complete the edition, eliminating unsold
wasted prints.
Superb range of stocks including canvas combined with much shorter
editions will result in higher perceived value of your prints.
By adding Giclée reproductions to your portfolio you will create a
brand new market for your prints with higher prices than traditional
lithographic editions.
Papers and Stocks
At present we recommend a choice of 5 lovely papers plus a Canvas
180 GSM Matt paper a matt photographic economy paper good for
exhibitions and posters when laminated or Encapsulated
220 GSM Satin and Gloss from Sihl superb papers for posters and
prints giving a photographic appearance, these can also be
laminated and encapsulated
Canvas 340gsm. 100% cotton fabric, gives your prints an authentic
original appearance. All prints on canvas are varnished before being
sent out to seal them and give a more authentic appearance.
Torchon watercolour paper 285gsm. This paper is whiter than the
Hahnemuhle with more of a parchment appearance.
German Etching 310 gsm. A beautiful paper with a smoother surface,
suits oils and pastels well.
We have carried out extensive tests to determine the optimum
combination of papers and ink that results in the best possible
range of colours together with the important issue of light
fastness. To that end we have settled on the superb range of
Sihl and Hahnemuhle papers combined with Epson inks
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