Studio where we make the prints and books.
Prints
We love to make prints of our art.
Almost all of the images on the website can be fine art prints. Generally the prints can be made at any size, except if the origainal image has a size limitation based on its resolution. We won’t release anything that we are not proud to sign.
We use a Canon 8400 archival printer. It’s uses 12 color,s of archival ink and prints up to 44” rolls. Our printing papers are 100% cotton rag archival papers. We love the papers for their hand-feel, archival longevity, and for their gorgeous tone and color reproduction. We also use Epson Signature printmaking papers as appropriate for our smaller prints.. These are among the best art printing papers. We believe that the results are worth it!
Currently we frame with Neilsen matte black frames with white conservation-grade window mats. Our glass is UltraView AR UV protect glass - with a possible upgrade to Optium Museum Acrylic, which is less reflective and offers higher UV protection. Due to safety concerns, shipped framed prints always use UV acrylic glazing.
Darkroom prints.... What a hard process to make everything work! Going back in time is tricky; but this now rare process benefits from Richard’s 50 years of practice. An advantage of analog darkroom photography is authenticity. With no digital manipulation, the viewer isn’t lied to with phony moons, stars etc..
Prices of darkroom prints are by quotation.
Satisfaction
All of our prints are made to order.. Shopping at this website is different from buying from a merchant who has standard items. As such you cannot return a custom made print since there is much labor and expense producing it. If the artwork is unsatisfactory to you we can discuss options, and we try to be fair. We do our best to make our prints, that is our commitment to you. We can’t offer cash refunds but shop credits can be arranged if it is justified. All print orders must be prepaid. We sign and number our prints only when we feel they are the best we can do.
Sizes and Prices
Image Size Framed Size Shipping - includes UV acrylic for safety
7x10 $150 11x14 $225* 40
10x14 $400 16x20 $550* 65
12x18 $500 18x24 $700* 80
14x20 $575 20x26 $850* 95
* includes glass if picked up.
Larger prints are by quotation.
Many images don’t fit these sizes because of how they are composed. The sizes above are approximations. If the image you want is very narrow, either a horizontal panorama or a vertical crop, then this is an alternative method of pricing. We always print so that you can mat the image with a white border of an inch or more. We love unusual dramatic croppings!
10” - wide (or tall) $150
14” wide (or tall) $400
18” wide (or tall) $500
22” wide (or tall). $700
34” wide (or tall). $1200
42” wide (or tall). $1400
Any print image larger than 42” is by quotation Always get the print before you have a mat cut!! We can make a print to fit an existing frame and mat - if the proportions are right. Please measure the mat opening precisely! Millimeters are best!
SUSTAINABILITY
We try to use 100% recyclable packaging and materials. Our studio is powered by solar, and heat pumps provide comfort. Our car is electric. (p.s. It’s great!)
CUSTOMER SERVICE
Please contact us if you have any questions or require assistance. To write: go to the contact page. Please contact us with your phone numbe; we’ll call you back promptly. (We can’t put our phone number on the web as we get scam calls from fraudsters). Your purchase are well packed in sturdy tubes or stiff envelopes - we send tracking information. It is safe to but our work!
PROTECTING YOUR PRINT AND FRAMING SUGGESTIONS
Before unpacking the print, wash and dry your hands, prepare a clean, dry and empty table and slowly unwrap the plastic cling wrap which keeps the print rolled up and protected. The paper is coated archival paper so it’s requires care to handle . Be careful not to crease or wet it. Use gloves when handling the prints, we pack a pair of exam gloves with tube orders.
Prints will provide more beauty and last longer if they are protected in a frame with a mat and glass or plastic glazing. Glass is the usual material for framing but plastic is as clear, and won’t hurt the artwork if the framed piece falls; glass cut it up.
The inks we use are long-lasting, but if the art will be exposed to a lot of sun or bright light, it should be suitably protected from fading from ulta violet light (UV). This is done with UV blocking coatings on glass and plastic which are available from us or framers. Mats shouldn’t hurt the images if they are acid free or buffered. We use museum quality white mats ourselves.
If you don’t want to risk hurting the art, just bring the package directly to the framer - they are experienced. You should work with them for a good result.
Simple wood or metal frames with non-toxic coatings are our usual choice, but we feel that the frame should match the style of your room. Some rooms are modern, others are ornate and traditional. Your frame should match the room decor while improving the appearance of the print. Please email us a picture of the print on your wall. We love to see our children (artwork, that is) out in the wild!
Fine art transactions are part of our skill set as artists, and we try to make all aspects of getting our artwork a positive experience.