Papers
Hahnemühle German Etching – The Benchmark of Fine Art Papers
For many of our limited editions, we choose Hahnemühle German Etching (HGE), a heavyweight, natural white fine art paper with a distinctive velvety matte surface and a basis weight of 310 gsm.
Widely regarded as one of the world's leading fine art papers, German Etching is a preferred choice for museums, galleries, photographers, and collectors who demand exceptional print quality and longevity.
The paper is acid-free, lignin-free, and complies with the ISO 9706 standard for archival permanence. Its finely textured surface enhances depth, detail, and tonal richness, while the natural white base lends warmth and elegance to both color and black-and-white artwork.
Enhanced Matte Art Paper
Our premium matte fine art paper is our most popular choice for high-quality art prints. This heavyweight 200 gsm paper features a smooth, clean surface and a natural, uniform white tone, making it an excellent choice for photography, bold graphic art, and detailed illustrations.
The matte finish minimizes reflections while enhancing highlights, colors, and tonal transitions, resulting in a crisp, sophisticated appearance that works beautifully in both contemporary and traditional interiors.
What does this mean for you as a customer?
• Your prints are designed to retain their color intensity and visual brilliance for decades without yellowing or losing depth.
• You receive artwork printed on a professional-grade medium that meets the standards expected for premium fine art reproduction.
• The substantial weight of the paper creates an immediate impression of quality and craftsmanship.
• The refined surface gives the artwork an elegant, almost handcrafted character while enhancing the depth of colors, contrast, and detail.
The result is a print that combines visual clarity, durability, and a premium feel, making it an ideal choice for everyday enjoyment as well as long-term display.
Printing Process
All of our art prints are produced using the Giclée printing process, widely regarded as the gold standard for fine art reproduction and trusted by museums, galleries, and professional artists around the world.
We print with a sophisticated 12-color archival pigment ink system that delivers smoother tonal transitions, richer colors, deeper blacks, and exceptional detail. Compared to conventional printing methods, Giclée printing captures subtle nuances and creates a level of depth and realism that is difficult to achieve with standard inks.
These archival pigment inks are designed for outstanding longevity. Under normal indoor display conditions, your artwork will resist fading and maintain its color brilliance for decades, allowing future generations to enjoy the print with the same visual impact as when it was first created.
Rolled Art Prints: Advantages and Considerations
Choosing a rolled art print offers several important benefits, along with a few considerations to keep in mind.
Advantages
• Shipping costs are significantly lower, especially for larger formats, making rolled prints a cost-effective option for international delivery.
• You have complete freedom to choose your own frame and mat. This allows you to tailor the final presentation to your personal style and interior design, often having a significant impact on how the artwork appears on your wall.
Considerations
• Framing costs can vary considerably depending on the materials, style, and quality you select. While this flexibility is an advantage, premium custom framing can become a substantial part of the overall investment.
• Our framed options are available in a carefully selected range of finishes. By focusing on a limited number of frame styles, we can achieve higher production volumes and offer better value than would be possible with a fully customized framing program.
