About Giclee Prints
- A Giclee print is a high-quality fine art print that is produced using a specialized inkjet printer. The word "giclee" is a derived term, coming from the French verb "gicler," which means "to squirt" or "to spray," as implied by the process in which the printer applies ink to paper or canvas.
- Giclee prints are known for their exceptional color accuracy and detail, as well as their longevity. The ink used in giclee printing is archival, meaning it is designed to resist fading and yellowing over time, and the printing process itself allows for a wide color gamut and fine detail reproduction.
Why Are Giclee Prints More Expensive
Giclee prints are typically more expensive than other types of prints because they are produced using specialized equipment and materials and require a high level of technical skill and expertise to produce accurately and consistently. Here are some detailed reasons why Giclee prints are more expensive than other types of prints:
- High-Quality Materials: Giclee prints are printed using archival quality inks that are designed to resist fading and yellowing over time, and are often printed on high-quality paper or canvas that is acid-free and pH neutral. These materials are more expensive than the materials used in other types of prints, such as posters or photographic prints.
- Specialized Printing Process: Giclee prints are produced using specialized inkjet printers that are capable of reproducing a wide color gamut and fine detail. These printers are expensive to purchase and maintain and require a high level of skill and expertise to operate.
- Professional Production: Giclee prints are often produced by skilled professionals, such as fine art printers or printmakers, who have years of experience in producing high-quality prints. The expertise and craftsmanship required to produce Giclee prints add to their value and can make them more expensive than other types of prints.
- All Giclee Textured prints are printed on Hahnemuhle William Turner paper. The archival-quality William Turner Matte FineArt Paper - 310 g/m² (8.5 x 11.0") is a mould-made 100% cotton paper with a textured surface. The paper is compatible with both pigment-based and dye-based inks. The paper is ideal for photo and fine art reproduction as well as for limited-edition prints, presentation prints, exhibitions, albums, and greeting cards.
Overall, the combination of high-quality materials, specialized printing processes, limited editions, and professional production makes Giclee prints more expensive than other types of prints.