Friday, January 30, 2015

What You Need To Know About Collecting Giclee Prints For Sale

By Janine Hughes


The art world can be overwhelming if you have little to no experience with it. Many people want to be able to add pieces to their home but the cost can seem like too much for some budgets. One way to start expanding any art collection is by looking for giclee prints for sale. These beautiful pieces can liven up a home or office without involving a large monetary investment. Here is how to find pieces that will work for you.

Unlike screen printing, which pushes ink through a screen onto paper, giclees use ink jet printers. They can precisely reproduce the different tones and colors in an original painting or photograph. This means that the resulting copy looks almost identical to the original. Some even build up ink on the surface of the print to mimic the look of paintings. The ink also will not fade when exposed to light.

Many reproductions are made on paper but with these reproductions, it is possible to print onto canvas. Many manufacturers will do this and then stretch the canvas like the original painting. It is a nice option because you can then frame it much like you would an original. It can help you end up with a very quality product that will look great too.

Looking at the reproductions in person can be a great way to check their quality. It can be easier to do this if they are not already framed. Being able to compare a piece with the original is also very helpful. You may want to make sure that the colors are very true to the original and that the print has the same crispness and appearance that the original version has. If you are looking for a piece that will be stretched, make sure that the wood used to do so is thick and durable and will not warp or bend when it has the canvas added on to it.

You need to keep in mind that quality reproductions may have value but they rarely have the same value as originals would. If you want to purchase reproductions that keep their value, look for ones with paperwork attached. This will usually state that a piece is numbered or has been produced in limited numbers. Signed pieces will also be more valuable than unsigned pieces. Buying reproductions from art dealers rather than from department stores can also help you build some value into your collection.

If you decide you want these types of reproductions, the next step is shopping. You can find reproductions in art galleries, stores and online as well. Buying online will mean that you cannot inspect a piece. In that case, checking reviews on the site itself may help you steer clear of inferior prints.

Looking at other aspects of your life can help you pick great pieces. You need to remember that art appreciation is a very personal thing. What you love may not be to someone else's taste. By making sure it ties in with other aspects of your style you can be confident that you are creating a unified and beautiful space.

By learning more about art in general as well as reproductions, you will be better informed when buying. Then you can begin to expand your art collection in an affordable and beautiful way.




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