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. It’s an archival ink, 12 color, 44” printer. Our favorite printing papers are 100% cotton rag archival papers, which have lasted for many centuries. We love the papers for their hand-feel, archival longevity, and gorgeous tone and color reproduction. We also use Epson Signature printmaking papers as appropriate for our smaller prints.. These are among the finest art printing papers. We believe that the results are worth it!
Currently we frame with Neilsen Bainbridge 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, larger prints are not shipped with glass.
Richard has re-set up his darkroom. What a hard process to make everything work! Going back in time is tricky; but this now rare process benefits from Richard’s new led light enlarger bulbs – the prints are now better. 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. Each silver print is the result of many test prints.
Satisfaction
All of our prints are made to order. With larger images we discuss with the customer whether the artwork will work at the desired size. We make test prints and do what we can to achieve a good result. 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 you can discuss options with us, and we try to be fair, but if we have done what you asked for, you cannot get a credit unless there is something obviously wrong with our work, like a stain or defect. We do our best to make the prints, that is our commitment to you. We can’t offer cash refunds but shop credits can be arranged if we feel that it is justified. All print orders must be prepaid.
Sizes and Prices
Size Price of print Framed
5x7” $70 8x10 $90
7x10 $125 11x14 $225
11x14 $400 16x20 $550
14x18 $525 18x24 $750
16x20 $600 22x28 $850
20x24 $700 26x30 $975
24x30 $950 30x36 $1600
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. If an image has a greater dimension than these lengths below, it goes to the next higher price tier. We love unusual dramatic croppings!
7” wide (or tall) $150
15” wide (or tall) $450
22” wide (or tall). $625
34” wide (or tall). $950
42” wide (or tall). $1500
Any print image larger than 42” is by quotation. Please call us - number below.
SUSTAINABILITY
We try to use 100% recyclable packaging and materials.
Always get the print before you have a matt cut!! We can made a print to fit an existing frame and mat - if the proportions are right. Please measure the mat opening precisely before we make the print and we will fit it correctly..
Most of the images on this website are available as custom made prints. We’ll be happy to answer questions. We take credit cards over the phone, arrange shipping and insurance, and pack our artwork to survive shipping. It’s safe to get our work.
CUSTOMER SERVICE
Please contact us if you have any questions or require assistance. To write: go to the contact page. We can call you back but can’t put our phone number on the web as we get scam calls from fraudsters.
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 special archival paper with a coating so it prints well. Be careful not to crease it. Use gloves when I handle the prints!
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 could 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 white mats ourselves.
If you don’t want to risk hurting the art, just bring the package directly to the framer - they are experienced and 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 ultra 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.