Fine art prints are the next best thing to hang on your wall after original artwork. They are created using a high-resolution large format printer that has a much broader range of colour compared to standard printers. These printers use high-quality inks on acid-free archival paper which means the print will not fade, crack, or turn yellow over time. 

Giclée is a fine art printing technique that allows artists to accurately reproduce artwork that has been created using traditional methods, such as collage or painting. There are various fine art printing methods, but Giclée is by far the most superior as it is designed to achieve a near-perfect representation of the original artwork. It’s a win-win, as artists can share their art with more people, while art lovers who might not have the means to purchase an original can instead buy an affordable Giclée print that has a true likeness.

There are five key differences between Giclée and Digital printing. These boil down to the type and amount of ink used, the printer, the paper and the resolution that the original work has been scanned to.

The Giclée printing process:

• Uses 8-12 pigment-based inks which enables incredibly accurate colour matching to the original.
• Prints onto acid-free, archival paper that preserves the colours and details of your print so that it does not fade, crack or turn yellow over time.
• Uses a large, wide-format inkjet printer.
• Achieves a high-quality reproduction as the original artwork is professionally scanned at 300 DPI or higher.

The Digital printing process:

• Uses four dye-based inks; the smaller number of colours means the colour matching is less precise.
• The paper used will change over time unless kept in a box or away from light.
• The colours used in high-street printers will fade.

Yes! The sizes offered for each print tend to be a similar size to the original artwork or smaller. As my style of art is very precise and detailed, any major scaling up from the original artwork can result in fuzziness and a loss of detail.

The paper I print on is Hahnemühle Pearl. It is 285gsm and has a smooth orange peel texture. The pearl/satin finish of the resin coating, combined with the natural white tone of the paper, ensures a vibrant reproduction of colour and detail. Hahnemühle has been producing paper since 1584 so they are the crème de la crème when it comes to producing high-quality archival paper.

The print sizes I offer for each piece are closely based on the dimensions of the original artwork. Due to the nature of my work, any major scaling up would mean the crisp detail of the piece is lost and it can look a bit fuzzy. The sizes available are the closest likeness to the original piece.

You can preserve the life of your print by doing the following:

• Handle the print only by the edges with clean, dry hands as skin oils can stain the paper. If you want to be super cautious, wear white cotton gloves when handling.
  
• Use both hands to hold the print to avoid bending it. Creases are permanent!
  
• Don’t use your hands to wipe away any dust as this can scratch the surface and ink can come off. To remove dust safely you can either use a clean, white lint-free cloth, a photographer’s lens-brush or a compressed air duster.
  
• If you are planning to frame your print, ideally buy a frame that is acid-free. Wood frames that are treated with chemicals can emit gases that can affect the ink and the paper. Whilst waiting for your frame to arrive keep the print in the acid-free paper it was delivered in.
  
• Hang in a dry place away from direct sunlight.

Please see below for metric measurement conversions:

5" x 7" inches | 12.7 x 17.78 centimetres | 127 x 177.8 millimetres

8" x 10" inches | 20.32 x 25.4 centimetres | 203.2 x 254 millimetres 

10" x 12" inches | 25.4 x 30.48 centimetres | 254 x 304.8 millimetres 

11" x 14" inches | 27.94 x 35.56 centimetres | 279.4 x 355.6 millimetres 

12" x 16" inches | 30.48 x 40.64 centimetres | 304.8 x 406.4 millimetres 

16" x 20" inches | 40.64 x 50.8 centimetres | 406.4 x 508 millimetres 

20" x 24" inches | 50.8 x 60.96 centimetres | 508 x 609.6 millimetres

The price of a frame depends on the size of the artwork and whether you decide to purchase a ready-made frame or a made-to-measure frame. All my prints are available in standard inch sizing so you can easily purchase a ready-made frame with prices ranging between £7-25 depending the on size of frame you need. Each print has been designed with a minimum border so when it is framed (without a mount), the artwork will not be cut off at the edges. 

Ideally buy a frame that is acid-free. Wood frames that are treated with chemicals can emit gases that can affect the ink and the paper making it discolour over time. 

The rebate of a frame is the inner cut out ‘lip’ in which the glass/acrylic, artwork and backing board are held into the frame by. Without it, the artwork would fall through! Most frames have a rebate between 7mm to 15mm and each print has been designed with that in mind:

5" x 7" - 8mm border

8" x 10" – 11mm border

10" x 12" – 12mm border

11" x 14"/12" x 16"/16" x 20"/20" x 24" – 15mm border

A mount (also known as a Mat) is a thin, paper-based material that is placed inside a frame between the glass and the artwork. This creates a border around the artwork setting it away from the frame. Depending on the visual effect you want, you can often choose between different mount border thicknesses. Bear in mind that if you are planning to add a mount around the artwork, you will need to order a larger frame to accommodate. 

For UK delivery there is a flat fee of £4.

All orders will be shipped using Royal Mail's “Signed For” service.

Unfortunately not at the moment. I am seeking clarity on a few changes due to Brexit but as soon as I am able to, I will offer EU and International shipping.

When your purchase is complete, your order is printed on demand and despatched within two working days. All orders are shipped using Royal Mail's “Signed For” service, so you will receive a tracking number once your print is on its way.

For UK delivery: You’ll receive your order within 4-5 working days.

Prints that are 5" x 7", 8” x 10”, 10” x 12” or 11” x 14” are packaged flat.

Prints that are 12” x 16”,  16” x 20” and 20" x 24" are rolled and sent in a postal tube.

The payment options available are Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Maestro, Shop Pay, Apple Pay and Google Pay.

For peace of mind, I offer a 14-day return policy. If you wish to return your item, please contact me within three days of delivery and return the item within 14 days of delivery.

To be eligible for a return, your item must be unused, in the same condition as it was received and carefully repackaged. Buyers are responsible for paying the cost of returning the item and it is recommended to use a trackable delivery service to ensure its safe return. Once the return has been received and inspected, I will let you know if your refund has been approved. If the item is not returned in its original condition, buyers are responsible for the loss in value and your refund request may be rejected. Delivery costs are non-refundable; if you are eligible to receive a refund, the cost of postage will be deducted from your refund.

I want everyone to be happy with their order so, if your item is damaged or faulty in some way, contact me at gladys@gladysholliday.comand I will arrange a free of charge replacement, including delivery costs. 

All of my products are print-on-demand which is a sustainable alternative to mass production. Printing on demand helps to avoid wasted materials and energy. As well as this, the company that fulfils my orders are the only fine art & photo printing company in the UK that are carbon neutral. All of the materials used to produce and package your order have been carefully selected to reduce their impact on the environment whilst ensuring your order arrives in pristine condition. These include;

• Sustainably sourced Inkjet papers
• Biodegradable bubble wrap
• Paper tape made from 100% recycled fibres
• Recyclable packaging envelopes
• Recyclable cardboard stiffeners