What is a Giclee print?

A Giclee print is a high-end fine art reproduction of an original painting. The word Giclee (zhee-clay) is derived from the French word “to squirt,” and refers to the inkjet printing process. Not to be confused with personal deskjet digital prints, here’s what sets Giclees apart:

Pigments are used instead of dyes for a richer color that won’t fade. In fact, they have been UV tested to ensure that they will resist fading for over 100 years.

The printers used have a higher color range, (8-12 colors) instead of the usual 4-color printers. This means a better match to the original than any other process.

For each original artwork that is photographed, the artist works closely with the printer in the color-correction phase to ensure that the print matches the original.

Giclees are printed on 100% cotton rag paper, meaning that there is no acidic wood pulp to break down the image over time.

Limited edition prints, signed and numbered by the artist are valuable pieces in their own right and are the standard used by art galleries and museums.