Giclee (zhee-clay) is a French term translated as "spray of ink." Giclee prints combine today's advanced computer-controlled printing technology with the artist's personal touch to create the most authentic possible reproduction of the original art.
The original oil painting is scanned, color corrected, approved by the artist and
then archived in disc form.
During the printing process, a |
CUTAWAY OF GICLEE CANVAS
ILLUSTRATING LIGHT REFLECTION FROM
THE HAND RETOUCHED CANVAS |
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This step, done by Michael, requires individual attention to each Giclee. First, a transparent paste is specially applied to add three-dimensional edges with tools that bring out the natural "impasto" effect occurring on the surface of the original art. When the first layer is dry, a second coat of slightly thinner transparent gets applied over the entire canvas,,using a stiff brush that leaves both a permanent and unique |