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Why are some serigraphs more expensive than others?
Art is, at its core, a deeply personal endeavor. The more craft and direct involvement an artist brings to a work, the more that personal investment is reflected in its value. Printmaking is an inherently hands-on discipline. The process of developing and executing an idea from concept to finished print can span several days and demands a level of care and precision that is difficult to quantify. Time is one of several factors that inform pricing, and in many cases, the hours invested in creating a work are never fully recovered in its sale price.
Quantity is another significant consideration. For many collectors, provenance plays a central role in acquisition decisions — the history, origin, and rarity of a piece all contribute to its value. The rarer a print, the more it tends to command. Edition sizes in screen printing can range from as few as two to as many as 250 signed originals. My editions typically run between 10 and 30 prints, occasionally fewer. Because each print is hand-pulled, subtle variations naturally occur across the edition, lending each piece a degree of individuality. When additional hand-applied elements — such as direct painting or drawing — are incorporated into individual prints, those pieces become uniquely one-of-a-kind and are priced accordingly.
What is a giclee or fine art print?
The industry also produces what are known as Open Editions (OE) — prints reproduced in unlimited quantities based on demand. These are commonly referred to as giclee or fine art prints.
Giclee prints are produced on professional-grade pigment inkjet printers utilizing 8 to 12 individual ink colors. They are printed on archival-quality paper, and the combination of high-grade pigment inks and acid-free substrates ensures color stability and longevity for decades without degradation. Fine art prints offer collectors the opportunity to own a high-quality reproduction of original work at a more accessible price point and in a range of available sizes.
For information on fine art prints, read here.
Are the prints signed?
Signatures are applied to serigraph editions only. An artist’s signature is as distinctive as the work itself — it is the mark of authentication that confirms the work has been reviewed and authorized by the artist. For collectors, it serves as a critical indicator of provenance and adds measurable value to the piece. Print on demand orders are not signed.
What kind of paper do you use?
All serigraphs available through this site are hand-pulled originals printed on 100% cotton rag paper. This is an archival-grade substrate, selected for its exceptional durability and resistance to yellowing or deterioration over time.
How are the prints shipped?
Prints are shipped flat or rolled in a tube, depending on size. Each print is placed in a protective PVC top-loader sleeve and inserted into a heavy-duty envelope designed to keep the work flat and secure throughout transit.
What if my order arrives damaged?
Every precaution is taken to ensure prints arrive in excellent condition. In the rare event that a print is damaged in transit, please return it in the original packaging whenever possible. Should the work not meet your expectations upon arrival, it may be returned within 30 days in the same condition in which it was received. Return shipping costs will also be refunded.
Is all of the artwork in the gallery available for purchase?
Not all works are currently listed for sale, though most can be made available upon request. Works are typically offered for sale when there is sufficient collector interest or once production logistics allow. If you are interested in a specific piece, please use the contact form and I will follow up promptly.
Art Licensing
Limited licensing is available for select works on this site. Please use the contact form for inquiries.
What does “POD” mean in an image title?
POD stands for Print on Demand. These are high-quality, unsigned open edition prints fulfilled and shipped by a third-party provider. The POD designation is intended to give collectors multiple options for acquiring work. Select images are also available through the Etsy storefront.
For additional questions regarding any work on this site, please use the contact form or email. All inquiries will be addressed as promptly as possible.