Giclee on canvas was first created in the late 1980s using Iris Graphics continuous ink jet printers. The word ‘Giclee’ was derived from the French word “le gicleur” meaning “nozzle”. Iris Graphic printers were later replaced by newer ink jets and printing substrates as Iris tended to show color degradation after a few days.
If you are an art lover, getting your favorite pieces of art printed on canvas is sure to add to your collection and that too at a much less price. Giclee on canvas or more popularly known as canvas printing is a neologism for the process of printing images, paintings, photographs, art works, etc. on canvas.
With the development of enhanced printing solutions Canvas prints have become very popular among people from all age groups and backgrounds. No matter what the need is, these canvas prints are sure to give you value for money and they have a much longer life as compared to photos and posters printed on paper.
Giclee on canvas has a wide array of application. Some like to get the photos of their loved ones, while some choose nature. It is also very useful if you want to preserve your old memories. It is also very useful for artists. If you are an artist you may get your artworks converted to digital images and print as per required. The size of the image can also be modified when making canvas prints. It enables you to print the image your customer wants and the size in which want it. The best part, you don’t have to re-do any of your works if there is a requirement. Read the rest of this entry »
