What exactly is a “Giclee”? What type of materials do you use for your Canvas Giclees?
The word Giclee is derived from the French word “to spray”. A Giclee is a fine reproduction of art on canvas.
-Our canvas is made from a poly-cotton blend, and has a gloss finish to protect against moisture and harmful UV rays.
-The inks are “state of the art”, archival pigmented ink, capable of reproducing more than 36 million unique possible colors!
-The Gallery wrapped canvases are stretched on a 1.25” deep wood stretcher bars. The bars are made of 100% renewable kiln dried knot free, finger jointed wood. Hanging hardware is installed to make to make things easy.
The Giclee print comes sealed in a plastic bag secured to a cardboard insert,inside a rigid outer-carton, to assure protection during shipping.
Can I buy the painting without the frame?
Yes. We have 2 options: 1)Framed: We stretch and frame it for you, or 2) Gallery Wrapped: A new sleek option; the canvas comes stretched and unframed like you might see in a fine-art gallery Of course both options are ready to hang, right out of the box.
What makes a piece an “original”?
An original is a painting that is completely painted by hand (that is, the artist’s hand).
What makes a piece an “exclusive”?
If we have a piece painted for us by one of our artists, and it’s labeled exclusive, that means you won’t find anywhere else.
What are cut-outs?
In the Cut-Out technique, the artist painstakingly cuts out a design by hand on the parchment or paper, achieving a “lace effect”. The color seen in the spaces is really the color of the material placed behind the artwork. When mounted on a dark background such as velvet, it gives a truly royal appearance.
What do you mean by “collectors”?
When the term collector appears, it signifies that the particular piece is one of an exceptional caliber and skill. A piece for the discerning collector.
If I give you a photo of mine, can you print it on canvas for me?
Absolutely. Canvas gives your photo an artistic touch. Transform your photo into a timeless portrait!
Can you restore my old tattered photo?
Sure. Even black and white and sepia photos are not a problem. Call us today for a free estimate.
How can I save on shipping? Is “pick-up” an option?
As long as you can get to us, you are welcome to pick up your order. We are located in the heart of the Midwood section of Brooklyn. Contact us by phone or our contact page to schedule your pick-up.
Are the artists famous?
Occasionally. In those cases, we make a special note of it.
Can I buy the painting without the frame?
Yes. We have 2 options: 1)Framed: We stretch and frame it for you, or 2) Gallery Wrapped: A new sleek option; the canvas comes stretched and unframed like you might see in a fine-art gallery Of course both options are ready to hang, right out of the box.
Do you wholesale?
Yes! Please contact us for our wholesale pricing through our contact page, or by calling us at 718-687-7266.
I’m an artist. Would you be interested in possibly working together?
Yes! We are always on the look-out for new great artists. Please e-mail us or contact us to setup a meeting.
When making a selection, what does “size” represent – the size of the frame or the size of the artwork?
The word “size” refers to the size of the artwork.