Archival Quality Framed and Signed Printsf
I am now pleased to offer archival quality framed and signed prints, as in the image above. (The above image isn’t signed, but any that are purchased certainly will be.)
(And please note that prints of my photos have always been for sale via my website, by clicking on the “add to cart” link next to any image. If you don’t see that link, just click on the little “i” at the bottom of the image’s page, and it will show up. And if you’re in my blog, just click on any image, which takes you right to that image’s page and its “add to cart” link. More information about these prints is available from the “Print Options” link on the main stevesickels.com page.)
Printer, and Archival Inks
I maintain a color-managed workflow (which ensures that printed colors rendered as intended), and carefully print my images with archival inks on my Epson 3880 inkjet printer. As noted in this thoughtful review of the printer and regarding its Epson UltraChrome K3™ Ink Technology with Vivid Magenta:
“These are high density pigment inks that result in a wide color gamut that dry quickly. There’s also a new magenta ink that helps to create extreme purples and blues. These are true archival inks used by many fine art master printers, so you’ll find this ink used on top quality fine art prints Its widely accepted by collectors, galleries and museums around the world. I found the blacks to be fantastic! Despite my past disdain for matte ink, I fell in love with this formula from Epson for its deep richness. The colors produced by the K3 inks were always vivid and faithful to the original. Once I knew what I was doing, I could tell right away this was far better than any ink I had ever used before. It also seemed to produce colors that were superior to those achieved from places where I had previously outsourced my photo printing.”
Archival Papers
I’ve also selected Epson archival papers for printing — in particular, Epson Signature Worthy Hot Press Bright (as in the print above) or, Hot Press Natural. I find these “hot press” papers to be just perfect for my images. Hot press is a bit smoother than “cold press” papers, and captures fine image detail. Yet, as a matte paper, there’s no reflectivity (except from the glass, of course, as can be seen in the image above!). There’s also a warmth — for lack of a better term — that I find very appealing. As this review of Epson’s Hot Press Bright paper notes: “This is a gorgeous paper.” And finally, all the Epson Signature Worthy papers are of fully archival quality.
Here’s an Epson page with an overview of all the “Signature Worthy” papers, including Hot Press Bright and Hot Press Natural.
Frames and Archival Glazing and Backing
Prints are framed with this frame by pictureframes.com, and with “premium archival glazing, mat, and backing” (specifically, UV protective acrylic and acid-free mat and foamcore backing). If you’re interested in a different frame, please don’t hesitate to let me know.
Frame and Print Sizes
I offer prints and frames in multiple sizes, with some examples as follows (which reflect he aspect ratio of the majority of my images):
Larger frames and prints are available as well. And I tend to prefer larger-sized mats (with smaller images) for a given frame size, but am happy to print larger-sized images than suggested above, too. (The Epson 3380 inkjet printer handles up to 17″ x 22″ prints — quite large!)
And by the way: these above-listed and “standard” size frames are significantly less expensive (from pictureframes.com) than other “custom” sizes, which is why I’ve chosen them. This cost savings is, of course, passed along to you.
More Information
Please don’t hesitate to let me know if you have any questions (via my Contact Page). I’d certainly be pleased to provide you with a custom made, beautiful framed and signed fine art print, carefully printed, and of full archival quality.
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