How do I get a giclée print?
To get started, download our "Workflow Guide" PDF to understand how the giclée process works. Call us with any questions or to place an order!
Giclée prints are museum quality prints that offer extraordinary detail and the richest possible interpretation of an artist’s original work. The process typically starts with an original piece of art, which is is either photographed and scanned, or scanned directly into a computer. An extensive and specialized process of color correction, retouching, restoration, and detailed sharpening produces a computer file that is a close digital match to the original. Special inks on large, high-resolution “ink jet” printers produce incredibly true-to-life colors without the dot pattern associated with offset lithography. For more information on giclées, what they are, and some history and terminology, download this PDF "What is a Giclée?"
How do I send my image?
You can send a CD to us at PO Box 1047, Langley, WA 98260
Upload your file to MediaFire.com, sending the link for download to info@fbistudios.com. We find MediaFire works well for the large files required for fine art printing. No registration is required, and they will not spam you. Upload up to 10 files at a time, up to 100MB per file, all for free! MediaFire.com.
How large can you print?
The largest we can print in-house is 44 inches on the short side, for most media. For canvas gallery wraps, the largest is 39 inches on the short side. If you have a special size requirement, please contact us for available options.
How long does it take to get a print?
Print-ready files can be output in as few as 2-3 days, depending on our production schedule. The majority of projects have a 2-3 week turnaround if working from original art or film. Designed projects vary by complexity. Any project may be rushed in under one week for an additional fee.
What is a megapixel?
A megapixel is 1 million pixels. It is determined by multiplying the linear pixel height and linear pixel width of the image, giving a measurement of area. If you created an image on your computer that had 2,000 x 3,000 pixels, it would be the same as the file from a 6-megapixel camera. (2.000 x 3.000 = 6,000,000 pixels)