Description
It’s a straight shot at a time when the sun was going down in kind of dramatic (colorful) fashion and the beauty of the surrounding landscape was equally captivating. Technically, it took a lot of work to get the tonal qualities of light and color to print what I was after. I work non-destructively in Photoshop and I had to redo the editing from scratch three times to get it right. I used Canson Rag Photographique 310, a heavy, mat surface fine art paper to accentuate the watercolor feel of the print.
I should note, often a raw unedited version of a captured image will look noticeably dark as compared to the standard .jpg?v=1748179261 (or other high efficiency versions of images) which has gone through processing inside the camera. Especially when editing, a raw image contains the full amount of data (no compression has occurred) and therefore more color information is available to modify in order to obtain the best final results for printing. Even on the very best monitors, there are quite noticeable, qualitative differences between what one sees on a screen versus the final print on paper. And then of course, differences, sometimes quite large, also exist between paper brands and particular paper types. Suffice to say, photography (even back in the horse and buggy days) has always been well steeped in a cauldron of variable factors.
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Archival-Quality Prints: A Century of Timeless Beauty
These are more than just images—they’re lifelong companions. Printed to meet museum-grade archival standards, each piece is crafted using the finest materials to last over 100 years with proper care.
Why It Matters:
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Exceptional Longevity
Your print is made to endure, preserving its rich tones and detail for generations when stored and displayed correctly. -
Care Tips to Protect Your Print:
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Unframed Prints: Store flat in an archival-quality box or portfolio.
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Framed Prints: Use UV-filtering acrylic glazing, archival matting, and acid-free adhesives.
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Display Location: Avoid direct sunlight and high humidity to maintain color vibrancy and surface quality.
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Materials That Make the Difference
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Papers:
I use premium Canson archival fine art papers—free of optical brightening agents (OBAs) that degrade over time. Each offers:-
Deep, rich blacks
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Smooth and textured finishes
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A wide dynamic range from bright highlights to dark shadows
Paper Types:
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Rag Photographique (210g and 310g)
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Platine Fibre Rag (310g)
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Baryta Prestige 2 (340g)
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Inks:
Printed with Canon Lucia pigment inks—known for their exceptional color accuracy and fade resistance. Lab-tested to last 100+ years.
Framed Prints Include:
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Solid wood frames
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98% UV-protection acrylic glass
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Archival mounting tapes
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100% acid-free cotton rag board used for windows and mounted prints — a professional conservation-grade material trusted for long-term preservation. While not formally classified as “museum board,” it meets rigorous archival standards.
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Pre-installed picture wire — artwork arrives ready to hang
Satisfaction Guaranteed
Your satisfaction matters. If you’re not fully happy with your print, return it for a full refund. [See store policies for details.]
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