What is Giclee?

Giclee printing is a relatively new printing technique that allows artists to get the highest quality archival reproductions of their artwork. Giclee (pronounced "zhee-clay") is French for "squirt" or "spray". The process includes digital precision that provides incredible detail and brilliant color. (Because no screens are used, the prints have a higher apparent resolution than lithographs and a dynamic color range similar to a serigraph.) Giclees can be printed on heavyweight artist paper, watercolor paper, or canvas. Because giclee prints have a higher resolution and greater dynamic color range than lithographs, the prints capture every brush stroke so that it is almost impossible to distinguish the prints from the original art. We choose Giclee prints for our limited edition reproductions to guarantee our clients and customers the best quality available.

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