Printing and Shipping

Prints are archival quality and either giclee or C-type on a variety of specialist papers (appropriate to the nature of the image), are numbered and accompanied by a certificate of authenticity by the print company.  Prints are generally unmounted and unframed, but can be supplied mounted and/or framed if required. Should you have a specific request, please enquire via the contact form.

C Type Fuji Matt

Fuji Crystal archive paper with a semi-matt finish. The paper is coated with a slightly stippled texture giving a very natural photographic finish with subtle colour. Great versatile paper, very natural and works well with all photographic images. Maintains colours in a very natural way, giving a detailed, 3-dimensional beautiful photographic reproduction.

Ilford Cotton Textured

Ilford Cotton Textured is a highly textured Giclée art paper, offering strong reproduction of blacks and good colour intensity with a texture that holds the ink and catches the light. This Giclée paper has a white uncoated paper base, which together with the texture gives the artwork a lovely fine art reproduction feel. The texture is even more pronounced than Hahnemühle German Etching so if you are really looking for the craft feel, this is a great option. Like the German Etching, the Ilford Cotton Textured is a robust paper that handles mounting well.

Hahnemühle Photorag

The super matt finish of Hahnemüle Photorag makes this paper one of the most popular papers amongst artists, illustrators & photographers alike. The paper gives muted blacks with even colour reproduction, and excellent detail. The surface has minimal texture with a chalky smooth cotton feel which creates smooth colour gradients. It has a delicate surface, so extra care when handling is recommended. Photorag is suitable for mounting but its cotton texture means edges can fray if not carefully handled.

Hahnemühle German Etching

This heavyweight paper has a slightly warm base tone and a strong mottled texture. It creates a print with strong colours and deep blacks that feel rich and high in contrast. This is due to the texture of the paper enabling it to hold more ink and capture the light. The German Etching is one of the heavier weight Giclée art printing papers. With its weight and strong texture this paper gives an artwork a handmade crafted feel. Hahnemüle German Etching is a robust Giclée paper, meaning it doesn’t tend to fray as much at the edges.

Hahnemühle Bamboo

Bamboo is the world’s first digital fine art inkjet paper made from bamboo fibres. Bamboo represents naturalness and resource-saving paper production. Particularly suitable for warm-toned colour and monochrome prints, Hahnemühle Bamboo is made from 90% Bamboo fibres and 10% cotton combining photography with environmental friendliness. This natural warm-toned, smooth surfaced and optical brightening agent free genuine art paper offers maximum ageing resistance. It guarantees an extremely large colour gamut and high colour density.

Prints are expertly printed, packaged and shipped worldwide directly from what is reputedly one of the best print companies in the UK (shipping rates set by them). One review states, ‘The print quality is fundamentally as good as it gets … I know my customers will always be happy with the prints they’re receiving, in good time with a good service.’

Your print order will be sent directly to you by the print company, with a turnaround of about three days, according to them. Your fine art prints will be carefully covered with recyclable tissue paper, eliminating the danger of any scratches or folds. Your order is then placed into a robust 100% sustainably sourced recyclable cardboard envelope or tube. Their team ships your order, ensuring your prints are delivered safely. They have the fastest fulfilment times in the UK. With production in the UK, USA & Germany, the print company guarantees no extra customs charges on UK-EU-USA print-only or drop shipped framed orders.

Should you be concerned about environmental issues, the company is carbon neutral and supports The World Land Trust . ‘The World Land Trust is an international conservation charity working to protect and sustainably manage natural ecosystems in more than 20 countries. In their 30 years WLT has helped secure more than 2,351,275 acres of threatened habitat. The charity develop partnerships with local organisations across the globe and projects are run by the people in these countries.’