GICLEE PRINTING
FINE ART REPRODUCTION AT IT’S BEST
Fine art reproductions, often used by artists and galleries, are high-quality, almost exact replicas of original works. Whether it’s a limited-edition print or an open-run series, these prints allow artists to share their work with a broader audience while maintaining the integrity of the original piece. Giclée printing is the preferred method for fine art reproductions because it produces the closest match in terms of color, texture, and overall appearance. It’s particularly popular for reproducing paintings, photography, and digital art where detail and accuracy are critical.
The first step towards producing a fine art reproduction is a good file. To achieve the best quality output, the process starts with a high-resolution digital scan of your artwork. This scan captures even the smallest details, ensuring that the final print matches the original in both color and texture. Now, there are some limitations for what kind of artwork can be scanned, so please contact us with physical details about your artwork to confirm feasibility.
THE PROOF IS IN THE PRINTING
Press proofs are crucial in this printing process as they allow you to see a physical sample of the print before the entire run is produced. This step ensures that colors, tones, and details match your expectations, especially when working with intricate or detailed artwork. Understanding color gamut is equally important because it defines the range of colors that can be accurately reproduced by the printer. Although our giclee prints are produced on a 12-color machine, compared to your standard 4-color (cmyk) output, colors created in certain workspaces, like RGB may appear dull or inaccurate. Rarely will a printed piece accurately match your original artwork right off the bat, so there may be color matching and additional proofs necessary to dial it in just right.
Our expert team excels in color accuracy, proofing, and tailored service. Whether for one-off prints or bulk orders, Cushing provides exceptional quality and support for your fine art needs.
SAFE HANDLING OF YOUR WORK
Original artwork is irreplaceable. At Cushing, we understand the investment artists make in their work and take seriously the trust placed in us when handling and storing artworks. All work is stored in a safe, secure area, and to avoid the introduction of contaminants, and handled with white cotton inspection gloves.
When handling multiple copies, print stacks are slipped with glassine sheets in between each giclee print to avoid any scratching, rubbing, or fading.
“Having had an extensive career as a graphic designer and art director...I know quality printing. When I began developing my fine art work and my client base of collectors grew I knew I wanted to create another price point for my work. Cushing printing turned out to be the quality shop I was looking for in Chicago to print my fine art Giclées.”
Ready for the Next Steps
You have a discerning eye and when it comes to giclée printing, we want to deliver. Contact our expert team and let’s see how we can work together. Can’t wait to hear from you!
