by James Thompson
What is a Giclée print?
A Giclée print (pronounced “zhee-clay”) is a high-quality, fine art reproduction that captures the true essence of an artist’s original work. Using advanced inkjet technology, giclée printing ensures exceptional detail, vibrant color accuracy, and longevity. These prints are created using archival-quality inks and papers, ensuring they are museum-grade and designed to last for decades without fading. Giclée prints are favoured by collectors and art enthusiasts who want to own pieces that are as close to the original artwork as possible, offering a luxurious and timeless addition to any home or gallery. Why do Artists Produce Fine Art Giclee Prints?Sometimes an original painting is uniquely beautiful, sought after, and also, very expensive! Fine art Giclee prints help solve these problems. Reproductions of the original art can also be offered by the artist, allowing a number of art enthusiasts to invite the piece into their homes at a lower price point. Afterall, art is meant to be enjoyed right? Why wouldn’t the artist want to spread the love? Giclee were first introduced in the late 1980s–when artist Jack Duganne found a way to produce more than one of each of his pieces with giclee printing. Still categorized as fine art, his giclee prints paved the way to a fine art medium that is widely produced and sold today. By choosing to produce giclee prints, an artist is allowing more people to enjoy and purchase their art, without sacrificing on quality.
