Wednesday, April 1, 2015

Discover Why You Should Consider Purchasing Giclee Prints For Sale

By Iva Cannon


The process of collecting artwork can become a passion that last an entire life. Many people prefer to buy originals because they enjoy a particular style of work and it can mean an important investment for them. But artists know that once they sell a painting, they can only benefit from it once. So meeting any demand for more is often met by printing high quality reproductions.

To get the best quality at a lower price, copies of original work can be made with fine watercolor paper or canvas. Originally, prints were made with ink jet technology. Beginning in the years around 1980, the processes had advanced to the point where studios, dealers and artists could make high quality copies to sell. This procedure for creating giclee prints for sale opened up an entire new market for collectors.

The advantage for both the creator and the buyer is that these excellent quality prints allow additional sales to be made. Many people simply cannot afford to purchase an original, but they do have the budget to afford a very nice alternative. Some enjoy buying smaller versions because their homes cannot accommodate a large canvas. It is also very popular to collect note cards made with favorite images.

A working printer, Jack Duganne, is credited for naming the process around 1990. He was aware of the new style prints made using ink jet printers as early as 1980, but he wanted to create a term that would define these surfaces that mimic painted surfaces. He put together French words for spray and nozzle, as these were part of the actual methods for applying inks onto the surface selected.

Some collectors feel that these alternative methods produce collectibles that are only worth the price you have paid for the frame. This is a very common attitude in the creative world. However, others believe just as strongly that being able to purchase something appreciated is better than not purchasing at all.

Thanks to this newer method for reproducing art, museums are able to display wonderful works and offer copies of tourist favorites in their gift shops. Souvenirs for eager travelers include small items that are easy to carry home. The upside of this activity is that it increases the financial support of the institution.

Technology has continued to advance, so there are many items for sale that sport these replicated surfaces. Small notepads, miniatures, greeting cards, stationery, blank diaries, journals and a host of other paper goods are usually available in high end gift shops. Classic favorites and the newest artists on the scene can be bought for reasonable prices, and it can be fun to collect your favorites.

Smaller sized prints are popular because their frames are also not too pricey. They are made on excellent papers or top quality canvas. They do not tend to fade over many years, and their images are true to color, crisp and clear. Bringing your favorite creative works into your home is an enjoyable way to remember the things you have seen and enjoyed.




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