The Definition: Giclée - The French word "giclée" means a spray or a spurt of liquid.

The Term: The term  "giclée print" connotes an elevation in printmaking technology. Images are generated from high resolution digital scans and printed with archival quality inks onto various substrates including canvas, fine art, and photo-base paper. The giclée printing process provides better color accuracy than other means of reproduction.

The Process: Giclée prints are created typically using professional 8-Color to 12-Color ink-jet printers.

The Quality: The quality of the giclée print rivals traditional silver-halide and gelatin printing processes and is commonly found in museums, art galleries, and photographic galleries.

The Market: Numerous examples of giclée prints can be found in New York City at the Metropolitan Museum, the Museum of Modern Art, and the Chelsea Galleries. Recent auctions of giclée prints have fetched prices up to $25,000.

The Canvas

These giclées are printed on PremierArt Water Resistant Canvas for Epson which will satisfy even the most demanding professional by providing the finest image quality. The canvas is made from a durable blend of 65% Polyester and 35% Cotton, this unique heavyweight, quality canvas utilizes a tight weave that is ideal for fine art reproductions. It offers a high resolution coating that is pliable enough to withstand stretching without sagging, and displays a subtle texture for a true artistic look and feel.