What is a giclée fine art print?

A ‘giclée’ print is the highest quality print available today. The term refers to the method of printing. Giclée prints are archival and with proper care will last well over 100 years! Giclée prints have a rich depth of colour preserving every detail of the original artwork. The closest thing to an original artwork at a fraction of the cost. Guaranteed to take your breath away!

What is the difference between a giclée print and a standard print?

A giclée print is far superior to a standard print. Standard art reproductions are made using only three inks and will fade quickly. A giclée is created using a large format printer with eight to twelve pigment-based fade-proof inks. This produces a print with exceptional richness and colour accuracy that will last a lifetime. The prints you’ll find here are all giclées.

What does archival mean?

Archival refers to the durability of the artwork. Archival prints are museum quality, produced with the highest standards of materials, using colour-fast inks on acid-free and lignin-free paper. With normal paper, acid and lignin retained within the wood pulp used to make the paper will break the paper down over time. This does not happen with archival materials. Archival paper resists yellowing and deterioration. The giclée prints you’ll find here are all archival. This means they are printed to last.

What is my giclée printed on?

The prints you’ll find here are printed on archival paper using Canson Infinity Rag Photographique 210gsm paper (for A4 and A3) and 310gsm paper (for A2 and A1). This paper is 100% cotton with maximum optical density (Dmax), meaning it is opaque and can hold the deepest black tone/ink that a printer can produce. This gives your prints a velvet depth of black and brilliant colour.

‘Canson® Infinity Rag Photographique is a 100% cotton museum grade white Fine Art and photo paper. The exceptional smooth white tone is achieved during manufacturing by introducing natural minerals to the process. It has been developed to address the need for continued longevity requirements in the Digital Fine Art market. Rag Photographique offers a unique extra smooth surface with a sensual feel. It also provides one of the highest achievable Dmax [maximum optical density] currently available on the market, making it ideal for fine art photography as well as fine art printmaking.’ ….quote by Canson Infinity

Will my print fit a standard size frame?

Yes. All prints are standard A sizes. This allows the option for custom framing, or purchasing standard size frames in stores or online.

What print sizes do you offer?

Giclée prints come in standard A sizes from A4 through to A1 depending on the artwork.

21 x 29.7 cm (A4) Open Edition

29.7 x 42 cm (A3) Limited Edition (edition size 250)

42 x 59.4 cm (A2) Limited Edition (edition size 100)

59.4 x 84.1 cm (A1) Limited Edition (edition size 25)

How much is delivery?

Shipping for prints within Australia is free. International shipping varies depending on location. Shipping costs are calculated at checkout.

Do you ship outside Australia?

Yes, international shipping is available. Simply enter your details at the checkout, and the shipping cost will be calculated.

I’d like to purchase an original artwork. Can I view in person before buying?

Yes, you can. Marie-Claire is always happy for clients to visit and view her artwork. Just get in touch to arrange a suitable time and date.

Why paint on linen?

Linen has traditionally been used by master painters for centuries. It has a high level of tensile strength, meaning it won’t sag over time. Linen is therefore more durable than cotton canvas, but it is also more expensive to produce. Though Marie-Claire also paints on medium to heavy weight cotton duck, she prefers the natural weave of linen. This weave compliments the natural subjects she paints.

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