Monday, January 26, 2015

An Art Buyer's Guide To Purchasing Giclee Prints For Sale

By Janine Hughes


Individuals have been creating and appreciating art for thousands of years. They appreciate the special touch it can bring to a home or business. Some people want a particular piece but cannot afford a large price tag. Reproductions are available that are much less pricey. Some of the best are known as giclees. Giclee prints for sale can range in quality. Here are tips that you can use to make sure you are getting quality pieces.

Unlike screen printing, which pushes ink through a screen onto paper, giclees use ink jet printers. They can precisely reproduce the different tones and colors in an original painting or photograph. This means that the resulting copy looks almost identical to the original. Some even build up ink on the surface of the print to mimic the look of paintings. The ink also will not fade when exposed to light.

Unlike some reproductions that can only be made on paper, these prints can also be made onto canvas. This is a great option because it can then be stretched and framed like a painting would be. It can help keep a reproduction looking very much like the original would look. Keep in mind though that some pieces will not look right on canvas.

Looking at the reproductions in person can be a great way to check their quality. It can be easier to do this if they are not already framed. Being able to compare a piece with the original is also very helpful. You may want to make sure that the colors are very true to the original and that the print has the same crispness and appearance that the original version has. If you are looking for a piece that will be stretched, make sure that the wood used to do so is thick and durable and will not warp or bend when it has the canvas added on to it.

Originals will always have higher value than reproductions. There is only one original whereas there can be an unlimited number of reproductions. You may want to look at building a collection using numbered series of prints. You may also want to try and find pieces that are signed by the artist as well. This can help verify that it is an authentic piece. If an artist is no longer reproducing his or her work, this can lead to a print that has higher value.

Once you have decided that you want to find giclees to buy, you can start looking for pieces that you actually like. Many stores sell them and there are websites that offer a wide range of pieces in different sizes. Online sites will often have lower prices. If you are thinking about buying online, it can be a good idea to read site reviews before buying. Also take a look at the cost for shipping pieces as this can actually mean buying locally would be more cost effective.

Once you have found a few buying options you can begin looking at individual pieces. Make sure you consider the size of a piece as well as the style. It should work well with your overall style. By looking at artists you like, you can begin your search knowing you have a good chance of finding a great piece.

By learning more about art in general as well as reproductions, you will be better informed when buying. Then you can begin to expand your art collection in an affordable and beautiful way.




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