 |
|
| About Archival Inkjet Printing at Printmakers Chicago |
| Fine Art printmaking has been a useful tool over the centuries to help
artists expand their reach. The 21st century is witnessing the
convergence of printing technology, photographic craftsmanship, and artistic inspiration to produce
some of the most stunning giclee prints ever seen.
|
|
Archival Technology
Not only are these prints beautiful, they are designed to last. They
are made with pigmented inks printed on the same fine art materials that the artist would chose for painting or sketching. With
respectful care the print should last for generations.
Camera/Scanning
See spec sheet
Printmakers Chicago uses a BetterLight Large Format Digital Scanning Camera System for high-quality scans of at least 300 dpi
up to 30 x 40 inches in size. Originals to be scanned can be almost any size.
Inks
Color
See spec sheet
Printmakers Chicago uses Epson Ultrachrome pigmented inks that have been rated for lightfastness to approximately 80 years, under
good conditions.
Carbon Sepia (Black and White)
See spec sheet
Printmakers Chicago uses PiezoTone monochromatic inks. Pure pigment. Archival. Light safe. Designed by photographers to
create a look and feel that replicates the aesthetics of the fine exhibition print.
Papers/Canvases
Listed below are our standard papers and canvases. If you are looking for something different, you will find
us very willing to experiment with other substrates. The assortment of substrates compatible to our printers
is vast — from rice paper to cotton fabric — we will help you find and get what you need.
LexJet Archival Matte
See spec sheet
Product Description
LexJet's Premium Archival Matte Paper is a 230g, 9.5-mil, heavyweight, neutral white, matte paper engineered for accurate color reproduction
that provides high contrast and high resolution output. This paper is acid-free, making it the perfect choice for photo reproductions. It is compatible
with thermal and piezo inkjet printer platforms as well as dye- and pigment-based ink sets.
Features
Instant dry times
Smooth, matte finish
Heavyweight, photographic feel
Acid-free for longer lasting images
Cross-platform printer compatibility
Dye and pigment ink compatibility
Hahnemühle German Etching 310
See spec sheet
Product Description
310 gsm mould-made, acid free etching paper, with the smoothest surface in the artline range making it ideal for
images which are highliy detailed and photographic imagery. Also, as the name suggests a surface similar to an
etching paper which will also reproduce traditional prints excellently.
Applications and Characteristics
The printed side of this paper has been specially coated for excellent image sharpness and optimum colour graduation.
The coating also offers a very high level of water resistance.
Common applications include:
Fine art reproduction, business cards, greetings cards, post cards, menu and Novelty applications,
certificates and presentation prints for display purposes.
Hahnemühle Photorag 308
See spec sheet
Product Description
A smooth bright white 100% rag based paper specifically designed to meet the need of photographers or
artists using digital photographic output. The heavier 308 gsm paper provides the weight of an art paper
with a smooth calendered surface, which picks up every detail captured in the photograph.
Applications and Characteristics
The coated side of this paper provides excellent image sharpness and optimum colour graduation.
The coating also offers a very high level of water resistance.
Common applications include:
Photographic and fine art reproduction, business cards, greeting cards, certificates and bookmaking.
It is also ideal for computer generated artwork.
Hahnemühle Photorag Bright White 310
See spec sheet
Product Description
A smooth, bright white 100% rag based paper specifically designed to meet the need of photographers or artists using
digital photographic output. This 310 gsm paper provides the weight of an art paper with a smooth
calendered surface, which picks up every detail captured in the photograph. This paper is
designed for high contrast prints with great colour brilliance.
Applications and Characteristics
Photo Rag Bright White is the first choice for all users who prefer an especially bright
white cotton paper. Photo Rag Bright White is ideal for reproducing high contrast images.
The coated side of this paper provides excellent image sharpness and optimum colour graduation.
The coating also offers a very high level of water resistance.
Common applications include:
Photographic and fine art reproduction, business cards, greeting
cards, certificates and bookmaking. it is also ideal for computer generated artwork.
Hahnemühle FineArt Pearl 285
See spec sheet
Product Description
FineArt Pearl is the first FineArt product in the market with a luster finish. Archivability, quality and
quality consistency are made to highest Hahnemühle standards. The achievable dmax and brightness of colours is
outstanding to all FineArt product currently available in the market. Deepest blacks for black and white photography,
popping colours and depth for landscape photography with a pearl shine.
Applications and Characteristics
The coated side of this paper provides excellent image sharpness and optimum colour graduation. The coating also offers
a very high level of water resistance.
Common applications include:
Photographic and fine art reproduction, business cards, greeting cards, certificates and bookmaking.
It is also ideal for computer generated artwork.
Hahnemühle Bamboo 290
See spec sheet
Bamboo 290 is the first FineArt inkjet paper to be made of approx 90% highly renewable bamboo fibres,
thereby helping to conserve valuable resources. Hahnemühle will donate a fixed amount
from the sale of each Bamboo paper product towards environmental projects.
Description
Its natural white tone makes it particularly suitable
for warm-hued colors. The paper's wide color gamut and extreme color density ensures detailed fine
art prints with a 3-dimensional image sharpness. Its fine soft haptic also lends a tangible fourth
dimension to fine art prints.
HP Matte Litho-realistic Paper
See spec sheet
Product Description
An economical wood-free art paper that delivers exceptional print results with the look, feel and
longevity of a heavy, matte offset paper. This natural-white paper is an economical alternative to high-end, smooth
fine art papers for cost-effective art reproductions.
Common applications include:
Art Reproduction
Photo Enlargements
Tradeshow and Event displays
Features
Lasting litho-realistic output
Short-run capabilities
Outstanding image quality
Cost-effective output
Maximum productivity
Sihl 3857 Artist Canvas
See spec sheet
An excellent choice for fine art reproductions. Sihl 3857 Artist Canvas is a 20 mil double-weave stretchable
cotton canvas with a special water resistant ink receptive coating (pigment inks required for water resistance). Coating
resists cracking when framed and is 100% acid free.
Description
Sihl 3857 Artist Canvas the most textured canvas we offer.
Breathing Color Chromata White™ Inkjet Canvas
See online specs
View Archival Quality Certificate
Chromata White™ Canvas is the most archival canvas available. In addition, its breakthrough technology results
in a canvas that is whiter than traditional canvas manufactured with optical brightener additives (OBA's).
Chromata White™ Canvas utilizes advanced inkjet canvas coating technology that is an industry
leader in Dmax and Color Gamut. It is designed to deliver roll to roll CONSISTENCY from one production to the next.
Description
Chromata White™ Inkjet Canvas has a smoother texture than Sihl 3857 and may be more suitable for photography or
where a reduced canvas profile is desired.
Rho Box Printing
Your artwork can printed directly on a wooden box construction 1-¾-in. high and up to 48 x 96-in. in size. We custom build
your boxes using environmentally "green" MDF particle board. The printing process utilizes our Rho flatbed
printer. The Rho flatbed printer is not a "fine art printer" like the Epson 9800, so its output is not rated
for lightfastness and color drift, but the Rho uses UV-cured inks for fast-drying accuracy and durability. UV-cured
inks are designed for outdoor sign printing, so they offer strong longevity under normal conditions.
Rho Box Printing sample prices
|
|
|
|
|
|
About Archival
Inkjet Printing |
 |
|
| Our Philosophy |
 |
|
Case Study:
Sanford Brands |
 |
|
Case Study:
Digital Printing |
 |
|
Case Study:
Gallery Wrapped |
 |
|
|
