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I develop strong attachments to my works of art and want to assure sustained satisfaction to anyone who purchases one of my fine art prints. It is my wish that you proudly display my fine art prints and pass them on to your next generations for continued years of enjoyment. To this end, I have searched for print processes that accurately and enduringly replicate my original works of fine art. I work directly with print artists to personally proof and correct for color and detail accuracy before signing them.
My newest prints are giclee.
Giclee, pronounced ZHEE-CLAY, is a French term meaning "fine spray". A giclee print is produced by
a digital printer's tiny ink jets that spray millions of droplets of color fast inks onto archival
fine art paper or canvas. Giclees are state-of-the-art reproductions that faithfully reflect
the color, detail and texture of the original.
Each giclee print is created on acid free archival paper, which is similar to paper used
in the original painting.
Earlier prints were made using digital print technology which uses lasers to expose the image directly to Fuji Crystal Archive long
life photographic paper. The longevity of true photographic prints makes them a
preferred medium.
Along with offering both photographic and giclee limited edition prints, I also have made available for purchase the artist proofs. These are the final prints that I personally "sign off" on for correctness and color accuracy before giving the printer approval to make the limited edition prints.
For the best care of these prints and all original artwork, they must be framed in acid free materials (backing and mat) and displayed with limited exposure to bright light, never in direct sun light.
I generally prefer white mats, they show off the beautiful colors of your print. A good mat width is about 3 1/2". Begin the matting 1/4" from the print image.
Double and triple mats are nice and can emphasize specific colors from your print to complement room decor. The double or triple mat widths are usually about 1/4".
To preserve and protect your print always use an acid free or acid buffered mat and backing. When framing, I generally use plastic instead of glass, because it is lightweight. When transporting or storing, however, be aware that the plastic does scratch and you will, therefore, want to provide a cover.
When framed, place the artist's "Certificate of Authenticity" and artist's information on the back. Your fine art print is an investment and these documents will add value.
info@kathleenconover.com
The STUDIO Gallery
2905 Lakeshore Blvd.
Marquette, MI 49855
906 228-2466