Pictures look nice on a computer screen, but they dont truly become a photograph until they are made into an actual photographic print. A computer can never capture all the details that a large fine art print can. It is always the final print product that I have in mind when I'm making an image. I can think of few things that please me more than to see the product of something that began as nothing more than light transforming into a tangible piece of art. I am pleased to offer all of the photographs in my collection as exclusive limited edition fine art photographic prints. - Nate
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"Autumn Fire" shown in a 30" by 45" print.
The Printing Process:
Painstaking effort goes into assuring that your print meets my high expectations, and no prints will be signed, numbered and shipped out before I have personally inspected them to assure they meet my standards.
Printing is one of the most complicated and least understood aspects of the photographic process. This is why we leave the printing to the experts. The images are all sent out to what we consider to be the finest lab in the country to be printed by their expert craftsmen. Once we have recieved the print back from the lab and I have looked over it to make sure they have met my quality standards I will assign a print number and hand sign the image.
All of the color photographs will be printed on Fuji Crystal Archive / Fuji Flex fine art photography paper. The Crystal Archive printing process utilizes a polyester base, and silver halide crystals and is considered to be the industry standard for fine art photography printing. These photographic prints exhibit outstanding color stability and are resistant to both color fading and staining whether stored under lights or in darkness. The pure whites, rich blacks, vivid colors and clean highlights of this paper give it extraordinary clarity and an amazing sense of depth and dimension. Fuji Crystal Archive paper is also revered for its great longevity. Fuji Crystal Archive paper is known in the industry to be one of the longest lasting printing materials available due to its environmentally resistant dyes and its extremely durable polyester base. When displayed properly you can be assured you are investing in a piece of art that will last a lifetime.
Black and White: These images will be printed on Hahnemühle photo rag paper. This cotton rag paper is perfect for black and white printing. This unique smooth watercolor paper produces stunning detail and depth.
As a general rule we will be printing landscape images on "Fuji Flex Supergloss" photographic paper and wildlife photos on "Fuji Crystal Archive Matte". The SuperGloss paper is the glossiest paper on the market. This medium offers the deepest and richest colors and has incredible shadow detail. SuperGloss is similar in appearance to Ilfochrome papers that have been very popular with professional photographers for years, and is perfectly suited for vibrant landscape images. The Fuji Crystal Archive matte prints have all the same qualities as the gloss paper, but will have a more matte finish. These prints work better for the textures and colors in wildlife images. (Please note that these papers will be used in their respective categories described here unless otherwise noted)
Image Quality:
To see a demonstration of the detail that can be expected out of a fine art print please click here.
Mounting and Matting Options:
Customers have the option to purchase fine art print in one of three ways.
1.) Print Only: Signed limited edition print will be shipped to the customer flat in a box or rolled in a tube, depending on size.
2.) Mounted Print: Prints will be professionally mounted to 3/16th inch acid free foam core. This option eliminates the chances of the print being damaged before framing and ensures a professional mount of your print on archival board. This choice is best for customers who who would like to choose their own matting options, while still getting a guaranteed professionally mounted print. The papers we choose to print on are the finest in the industry. It is important to have these special papers mounted by a professional who is familiar with handling these products. Obviously all mounted prints will need to be shipped flat, which will require a very reasonable extra shipping and handling charge compared to the "print only" option.
3.) Mounted and Double Matted Print: Mounted and double matted prints will be mounted on acid free foam core. (see above paragraph for mounting details) The print will then be double matted with conservation grade 4 ply museum rag mat board. These cotton based boards meet conservation standards and are naturally acid and lignin free. This mat board is optimized to resist fading or bleeding. These are the mats that are used on original works of fine art, rare or antique documents and items of historical signifigance. Today virtually all museums and libraries use museum rag to protect their important pieces of art and documents. Cotton rag board is totally natural, and therefore, more environmentally friendly. It is free of the harmful contaminates and harsh chemicals found in wood pulp mats. It is important to have the best mats framing your image, not only for aesthetic value, but also to ensure your photo will last a lifetime. Double matting means there will be a bottom mat and a top mat with a small offset around the print, giving the image a greater sense of depth than can be achieved by using only one mat. Standard double matting is "glove white" in color for a classic look. Mats are cut professionally with a CNC mat cutter, allowing for precise cuts on every mat, no matter the size. Print will arrive ready for framing and glass. There will be a link under every print that will take you to a rendering of what your print will look like matted.
* Shipping: Producing professional museum quality photos takes time. We strive to get your images to you as soon as possible (usually within 2-3 weeks from ordering) Extra options such as mounting and matting may require extra time. Usually these presentation options only take a day or two longer to leave the lab than "print only" orders, but to be safe, it is important to note that prints ordered mounted or matted may require an additional 2 weeks to arrive, on top of the print processing time.
*** All info described above refers to our "standard mat" color of "glove white" If you would like something other than that color we would be happy to work with you on choosing a color combination that works best for you at the same price, but please note that choosing a "non-standard" mat will significantly increase production time. ***
Framing:
Due to logistical concerns we do not currently offer framing on any images, but it is highly recommended that they be taken to your local framer to be professionally framed. This is important for asthetic value but also because your print must be protected to ensure a long life.
*** Please note that while we don't offer framing or glass, we do highly recommend that prints be framed with museum glass, often referred to as conservation glass. Professional framers will know this term if you ask for it. By choosing this grade of glass you will get much more from your final piece of art. You have already purchased some of the best products available, from paper to mat boards, a bad piece of glass can really take away from the beauty and clarity of your print. If you have any questions, or need suggestions for framing ideas please do not hesitate to contact us and ask. Nate has gallery experience and has worked extensively with custom framing, and would be happy to assist you with any ideas ***
Navigating Individual Image Pages:
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Exclusive Limited Editions:
Edition sizes are typically 250. (unless otherwise noted) The edition size represents the TOTAL number of prints in the edition NOT the number for each print size. Each print will come with a signed certificate of authenticity. These images have never been printed as limited editions before and no future limited editions will ever be issued. Print prices will increase as they sell through the editions so purchase early for best value.
Purchasing Prints:
Purchasing prints is quite easy. Simply go to the page of the individual photo (or photos) that you wish to purchase and look for the "purchase limited edition prints" link near the bottom of the page. That link will take you to a screen where you can select the particular size you wish to purchase for that print and add it to your shopping cart. From there you will be taken to a secure and easy to use PayPal processor where you can check out with a credit card.
Each order is custom printed so please allow 3-4 weeks for delivery. (extra if a presentation option is selected)
Guarantee:
Purchasing a product over the internet sight unseen can be a tough sell for some. I am fully confident in my work and I stand behind it. I have no doubts that my prints will exceed your expectations. If for any reason you are not satisfied with your order we will be happy to issue you a full refund (not including return postage) for any print purchases returned to us in new condition within 30 days of recieving the product.
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If you are going to be handling the image make sure you have a clean flat dry surface to lay the print on. At a minimum make sure your hands are clean before handling the print (white cotton gloves are an even better option) Prints easily crease when being handled. Always hold the print by opposite corners to avoid damage.
Shipping:
Prints will be shipped flat in a box or rolled in a tube depending on size and presentation options. Damage during shipping is extremely unlikely. However, if you do recieve a photo in less than perfect condition we will be happy to send you a new print as soon as we get the damaged product back.
*If you are ordering a print for international shipment please contact us first for a shipping quote before placing an order*
If you have any questions, concerns or comments about the prints, please do not hesitate to contact us.