About Archival Printing

Each work of art will be crafted using a new digital printmaking process. Similar to the older traditional ateliers, the artist works hand in hand with the printmaker to realize his or her vision. The artworks are created as very limited editions using archival inks and hand made water color papers selected by the artist.

This print will be made on an Epson pigmented ink jet printer. The printer sprays pigmented ink through fine nozzles to create a rich, smooth and detailed image. The inks are water resistant. Most work is printed on American hand made papers manufactured by Crane. The printmaker and artist choose a paper or substrate that enhances the image. A printmaker carefully prepares the image so the colors and composition of the image accurately reflect the artist's vision. The image is approved by the artist and finally the artwork is printed. Each print may take up to one hour to be completed.

Epson ink jet prints on Crane paper have a projected life of one hundred years. Other materials will affect longevity. The prints should be treated like a fine watercolor original and therefore the prints should be framed under glass using archival materials. All prints are sensitive to surface scratching. All prints should be stored flat in archival papers and wrappings. When you unpack your prints remove all tape from the glassine to avoid damage to the print surface.

For more information regarding the printing process feel free to contact:

William Montgomery at Digital Fine Art Prints.
E-mail artsales@abstractfineart.com