Art prints are quality reproductions of original artworks and come in a wide variety of quality art papers, typically of 200gsm or more. The print runs are not limited (see limited editions below) and are therefore termed open-editions.
The term poster covers two main areas of reproduced images. The first area covers poster reproductions of film stars, cartoon characters, etc. These are normally budget items, intended for unframed 'back-of-the-door' display. The other type of poster is an image produced mainly for advertising purposes, such as movie or theatre posters. These come in a number of styles and are often avidly sought after by collectors.
Canvas print images are printed onto 220gsm ultra-fine mesh synthetic canvas fabric. This man-made substrate ensures a consistent high quality of finish. The giclée printing process can accurately reproduce any image style, from photography to watercolour. Unlike normal printing, which is made up of many minuscule dots, the printing process achieves almost continuous colour, due to the unique way the ink spreads on the paper. The pigment based inks we use have are highly fade resistant and in normal light conditions should last for at least 25 years. Canvas prints are usually stretched around an internal wood frame, but may be bought unframed too.
Photographic images are created using cameras, traditionally with film, but now increasingly with digital technology. Our photographic images are carefully reproduced on a variety of quality art and photo papers, typically of 200gsm or more. Every photo print is a faithful reproduction, capturing the detail and style of the original.
A limited run of reproductions, with a print run of fewer than 300 prints. Usually, each print is signed and numbered by the artist, although there are exceptions to this rule. Full details can be seen in the product item information. Often thought of as a collector's item, a limited edition is a great purchase for any art lover.