Fine Art Prints
Giclée (pronounced gee-clay) prints are produced on the latest 12-colour large format printer. Using Epson HDR inks, we can produce outstanding reproductions with subtle tones, vibrant colours and superb detail.
We have a range of high-quality, museum-grade fine art papers that are all acid-free, including top brand papers from Hahnemühle. All this – combined with the latest technology and calibrated monitors – ensure we can create exact reproductions of your artwork, illustrations and photography. Producing fine art prints which match the original as closely as possible.
As we usually print on large-format roll paper, you’re not limited to standard A sizes. With a low minimum order quantity of just one print, you can afford to produce limited-edition prints in manageable batches. We offer discounts for multiple prints to allow for affordable limited edition runs.
For re-prints of artwork we have previously done we keep your files in our archive so that repeat orders can be fulfilled quickly and consistently.
With 20 years of experience in fine art printing we are confident we have the digital and practical knowledge required to produce the very best prints. Having backgrounds as artists also means we understand the journey from artwork to print and are on hand to offer any practical advice.
Fine art printing is an art in itself.
Paper Choices For Giclée Printing
Hahnemühle German Etching
Description
Hahnemühle German Etching is a popular choice among our artists and photographer clients.
Made from 100% cotton, this heavyweight, beautifully textured paper has a warm base, giving it a traditional fine art quality. German Etching produces high-contrast prints with strong colours, deep blacks and great sharpness. The high texture and heavy weight enable the paper to hold more ink and capture the light.
Overall, this paper has the look and feel of original art paper and gives outstanding results that guarantee archival standards, excellent for limited editions.
This paper is also perfect for fine art prints, digital art, black & white and colour photography, as well as exhibition-standard printing.
Details
- PAPER TYPE – Hahnemühle German Etching
- WEIGHT – 310gsm
- PAPER FINISH – Matt
- WHITENESS – Slightly warm white
- FIBRE – 100% Cotton
- TEXTURE – Highly textured
Hahnemühle Photo Rag
308 gsm – Matt Smooth
Description
Photo Rag is one of the world’s most popular papers for high-quality fine art printing.
100% white cotton with a soft, chalky smooth surface, this paper is very versatile – producing exceptional prints that have smooth colour gradients and impressive depth of colour that are particularly popular with photographers.
Photo Rag is ideal for art reproductions, digital art and both black & white and colour photographs.
It has a delicate surface, so we recommend extra care when handling.
This acid and lignin-free classic meets the most exacting requirements for age resistance and is specially designed for fine art applications.
Details
- PAPER TYPE – Hahnemühle Photo Rag
- WEIGHT – 308gsm
- PAPER FINISH – Matt
- WHITENESS – Off white
- FIBRE – 100% Cotton
- TEXTURE – Smooth
Hahnemühle Bamboo
Description
Bamboo offers an environmental option to our paper range. Made from 90% bamboo fibres and 10% cotton that create a natural, resource-saving paper.
Hahnemühle Bamboo has a smooth, very lightly textured structure and does not contain OBA (optical brighteners). With a natural warm white tone, it is particularly suitable for warm hues and monochrome prints.
Acid and lignin-free, this eco-friendly alternative meets the most precise requirements for age resistance.
Details
- PAPER TYPE – Hahnemühle Bamboo
- WEIGHT – 290gsm
- PAPER FINISH – Matt
- WHITENESS – Natural white
- TEXTURE – Subtle texture
- FIBRE – 90% Bamboo 10% Cotton
Hahnemühle Hemp 290gsm
Description
Hemp is our second eco-friendly paper. Made from one of the oldest and most diverse resource-saving plant fibres, hemp has been used in printing for centuries.
This paper has a natural white tone and thanks to the bright white colour of the hemp fibres, no optical brighteners are required. The textured surface gives the paper a pleasant, silky feel. Colour and detail are reproduced brilliantly, with a deep depth to any black colours, providing great contrast to produce stunning effects.v
Hemp is acid free, lignin free and free from OBAs.
Hemp’s smooth surface makes it an ideal paper for digital artwork and illustrations as well as photographic prints.
Details
Ingredients: 60% Hemp, 40% Cotton
The Hahnemühle range are vegan-certified papers.
Bockingford Watercolour Paper
190 gsm – Matt Textured
Bockingford is an attractive English watercolour paper, made traditionally at St. Cuthberts Mill in Somerset.
A high-quality acid-free paper, made to archival standards with a beautiful textured surface that is created using natural woollen felts. This paper is perfect for reproductions of traditional artworks and photo reproductions.
Olmec Photo Matte Archival 230gsm
This ultra-white photo matte inkjet paper provides excellent image quality and sharpness, on its reflection-free surface. The bright white matte finish of this paper gives an excellent surface to display your prints.
A smooth finish means there is no surface texture to distract from the details of your print, whilst the matte coating makes this paper a good option for reflection-free displays. Perfect for a variety of art applications, including artist reproduction and photography.
Museum Heritage 310gsm
A 310gsm cotton and Alpha Cellulose mix fine art paper with a textured matt surface and mid-white base.
Heritage prints with outstanding detail and clarity, enhanced by the rough textured weave that adds a depth and quality to images for that extra special look and feel. This cotton and Alpha Cellulose mix paper is perfect for artists wishing to reproduce their work, with the mid-white base providing outstanding colour and monochrome renditions.
Suited to professional artists, photographers, exhibitions, galleries and museums.
Portrait Rag 285
A 285gsm 100% cotton rag fine art paper, with a subtle texture and medium white base.
Portrait Rag is a fine art inkjet paper with a classic matt surface and medium white base. It has an incredible Dmax that produces deep, velvety blacks, and a wide colour gamut suited to skin tones and landscapes.
The surface has a subtle texture that adds character and definition to fine art pieces without distracting from the subject.
Portrait Rag’s 100% cotton rag base produces excellent tonal definition and a wide colour gamut for high quality, accurate prints. The archival qualities make it a fine choice for photographers, artists, and galleries.
Photo Lustre 310
A 310gsm resin-coated paper with a bright white base and luxurious lustre surface.
Photo Lustre is a bright white inkjet paper with a luxurious lustre surface. Colours are deep and saturated, and monochrome images print with incredible tonal range and contrast. The high Dmax gives intense, rich blacks whilst still achieving definition in shadow areas.
This award-winning digital photo paper has a heavy base weight for a feeling of quality and a tough and scratch-resistant surface. This makes Photo Lustre ideal for all manners of usage where punchy colours and bold contrast is a priority, from photographic portfolios to graphic design displays.
Photo Lustre has a UV protective, microporous supercoat that adds a high level of resistance to moisture and fading, ensuring your photographs and artwork look fantastic for years to come.
Matt Proofing 160
Matt Proofing is the lightest inkjet paper in the PermaJet range and a very cost-effective option.
Although designed for proofing requirements, it is also perfect for photographers and artists looking for an inkjet paper with a very light base weight. Its smooth surface is sharp and bright, producing strong colours and blacks.
Fine Art Media Samples
The best way to choose papers for our range is to physically see the differences in coatings and textures. We offer a beautifully printed sample pack, containing examples from our complete range of giclée art papers.
We also include some greeting card samples, as greeting card printing is a great way for artists, photographers and illustrators to market their work to a wider audience.
Free postage and packaging, delivered in 1-2 days.
Price: £5
Proof and test prints
A good place to start if you’re new to printing – or have a new artwork to print for the first time – is a test print. We will print a section of your image at full size that shows you exactly how colour, detail and/or resolution are translating from screen to print to provide you with a clear understanding of what to expect from your final print.
Price: £5