Are You A Serious Photographer?

 

We hope so.

 

What makes a photographer serious to us? Someone who is committed to imaging excellence, like we are. Someone who has chosen their equipment wisely and developed an imaging workflow to expertly process their photos from well-captured RAW files into Fine Art printable TIFFs. A photographer who knows JPEGs are for onscreen viewing — not fine art printmaking. Yes, in short, a serious photographer is loving the journey they are on, and wants to ensure the same commitment to excellence for their photo printmaking.

 

So, we hope to hear from you — if you are serious.

 

Archival Photo Printing

 

Today's digital cameras continue to produce increasingly higher definition image files demanding even more precision in the printing workflow. Our custom-profiled, 2400 DPI resolution inkjet printers and 12-color pigment inks expand the color fidelity of photographic art prints with amazing accuracy and detail. With best-in-class fine art media, technology, and imaging workflows, you can expect extraordinary prints from your images.

 

 

"Quality is never an accident; it is the result of high intention, sincere effort, intelligent decision, and skillful execution; it represents the wisest choice to many alternatives."

 

 

Exhibition Quality Photo Printing

 

When choosing an imaging studio, you want to work with an expert that can enable you to get the most quality out of your photographic images. Our reputation for custom photographic fine art printing stems from one thing; Craftsmanship.

 

Of course, everyone claims their printing is of high quality. But the market is awash in disposable grade prints. Don't let it happen to your photographic art prints. Be sure you are dealing with a fine art printmaker, not a commercial printer, since the standards of quality vary greatly. 

 

Our fine art printing capabilities allow us to achieve new levels of tonal reproduction accuracy and quality at a large scale printing size, so your prints exhibit stunning detail not achieved by other printing methods. Considering the image permanence rating of greater than 100 years, you can offer art prints as collectible-grade to the most discerning art print buyer and stand out in the market as an artist with integrity.

 

 

Authentic Archival Media — Best In Class

 

While on the subject, it is to your advantage to recognize the difference between a commercial print and a fine art print. Usually, it is the media and image permanence rating that set them apart. Identifying each type and having the ability to reason one choice over the other enables you to position your photographic art prints as collectible and proudly offer the market a photographic print that withstands the scrutiny of an honest critic.

 

Whether you are shooting digital, film, large format, or work in convergent media, chances are you will benefit by joining our studio for your photographic printmaking needs. Start a conversation with a master printmaker today and see if we can influence your imaging journey.

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Visual Arts Imaging is proud to offer Hahnemühle Digital FineArt Collection:

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• Hahnemühle FineArt Baryta

• Hahnemühle FineArt Matte

• Hahnemühle FineArt Canvas

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We also offer an archival metallic and gloss papers for mounting service. We offer a range of papers to fit any fine art printmaking need. If you have a specific paper in mind, please call our studio to discuss.

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Please note as a fine art studio, we do not print from JPEGs, please submit 16-bit RGB TIFF file only. Please contact us in you need assistance with preparing your files.

 

Call or Text 760.673.7950 or Upload TIFF Files Here

 

 

Master Printmaker's Oath

 

1. The printmaker has demonstrated the ability to reproduce art faithful to the original.

2. The printmaking process bears no evidence of the technology used to make the print.

3. The printmaker adheres to archival printing standards consistent with collectable fine art prints.

4. The printmaker's art printing represent the highest quality available at this time.

5. The printmaker fully discloses the materials used to make fine art prints.

6. The printmaker is known for honesty and integrity among customers, suppliers, and peers.

7. The printmaker participates in an on-going research and development to improve their craft.

8. The printmaker upholds the integrity of the methods being used in the printmaking process.

9. The printmaker is not engaged in deception regarding how the art prints are made.