Category: Art Prints

Contains all posts related to Art Prints such as how to make your own art prints at home, everything you wanted to know about Giclee prints and how to sign open and limited edition prints and much much more.

  • Can You Make Art Prints on Cardstock? Yes, You Can!

    Can You Make Art Prints on Cardstock? Yes, You Can!

    Can you make art prints on cardstock? Yes you can but do you know what kind of cardstock you should use? If not read on as I explain all that you need to know. TLDR: You can create art prints on cardstock, which is a cost-effective, durable, and versatile paper option. To achieve the best…

  • Photo Paper Vs Art Paper: How to Choose the Print Paper Type  

    Photo Paper Vs Art Paper: How to Choose the Print Paper Type  

    Whether family photographs, archival documents, artwork, or a business logo – prints are a part of everyday life. They tell a story, preserve memories, or simply give pleasure. The paper’s surface is just as important as the ink and image for most prints. The printing paper determines how well the colors and texture show and…

  • Should Art Prints Be Matted? Does It Matter? Explained

    Should Art Prints Be Matted? Does It Matter? Explained

    Should art prints be matted or does it actually not matter? Matting art prints is a personal choice but I have found over the years that matting art prints is a great way to make your artwork look more polished and presentable when framing or displaying. Matting art prints also helps protect the print from…

  • Can Faded Art Prints Be Restored? The Sad Truth Explained Now

    Can Faded Art Prints Be Restored? The Sad Truth Explained Now

    Can faded art prints be restored? The sad truth is that there is no way to easily restore faded inks used on art prints without making a copy and reprinting it or using hand restoration methods. In this post, I will describe these two methods in a little more detail so you can decide if…

  • Can Art Prints Be Cleaned? Best Tips On How To Clean Art Prints

    Can Art Prints Be Cleaned? Best Tips On How To Clean Art Prints

    So, the big question is – can art prints be cleaned? The short answer is yes! Art prints can be cleaned to maintain their appearance. You can clean your art prints as a preventative measure or as a reaction to a stain, spot, or something else that appears on the art print. In this post,…

  • Are Art Prints Glossy or Matte? A Guide for Home Printing Artists

    Are Art Prints Glossy or Matte? A Guide for Home Printing Artists

    So are art prints glossy or matte? I believe art prints should be matte as they reflect the light less, matte prints look better when framed under glass and they disperse harsh light such as LED and halogen lights much better leading to fewer blotches of light appearing on the printed surface. One of the…

  • Are Art Prints Tacky? Don’t Get Too Hung Up Now

    Are Art Prints Tacky? Don’t Get Too Hung Up Now

    When it comes to decorating your home, art prints can be a great way to add some personality and style. But are art prints tacky? If you are like me when I started decorating my new home I always wondered, is it ever considered tacky to buy prints of famous paintings or artwork? The answer…

  • Knowing How To Sign An Open Edition Print is Easy – Must Know

    Knowing How To Sign An Open Edition Print is Easy – Must Know

    One of the most important things for an artist to understand when signing open edition prints is how to sign them correctly. It can be a daunting task if you are not familiar with the process and like many beginners (who tend to overthink things), but it doesn’t have to be. Knowing how to sign…

  • Best printers for giclee prints for the at home artist

    Best printers for giclee prints for the at home artist

    In order to get the best results for your Giclee prints, you need a printer that is capable of handling the high resolution and fine details required for this type of printing. In this blog post, we will take a look at some of the best printers for giclee prints, based on factors such as…

  • Find out why are giclee prints so expensive. They’re worth it!

    Find out why are giclee prints so expensive. They’re worth it!

    Giclee prints are one of the most popular types of prints that artists use today. They are extremely high quality and can reproduce artwork accurately. However, they are also quite expensive. In this blog post, we answer the question “Why are giclee prints so expensive” and we’ll take a closer look at what makes giclee…