Choosing a Substrate
All limited edition pieces are available in two different substrates; on archival fine art paper and as a dye sublimation on metal. Dive into the details to learn more about each type of offering below.
Archival Paper
What is an Archival Pigment Print?
Archival quality prints use refined pigment particles to create exquisite, high-resolution artwork. This method creates museum quality artwork designed to last and the ink and paper are critical elements in an archival pigment print's life span.
Canson Edition Etching paper:
Canson Paper, who have been making paper since the 15th century, describes their Edition Etching Rag as having a “fine and silky touch,” lustrous and beautiful in all the ways that 310 gsm archival papers tend to be. It is indeed exquisite and lends itself well for fine art prints as well as photography. This is the same company that is well known with water color painters as well as printmakers through their Arches line of paper. It has a bit of tooth, but is fairly smooth and is velvet to the touch. This paper also has a nice weight to it which puts it in the same class as the William Turner paper where it feels like an object. Canson is well aware of the quality standards of galleries and museums and are highly respected for their craftsmanship.
Canson Edition Etching Rag is a beautiful paper. It is rich to the touch and showcases my art perfectly.
Additional info:
310 gsm
Thickness: 513 (um)
Surface feel: soft, textured
Surface finish: matte
100% Rag cotton
Mould-Made: the finest and oldest paper-making technique
Water resistant
No Optical Brightening
Agents to ensure consistency of shades for generations
Designed to meet museum longevity requirements and respect the ISO 9706 standard: Internally buffered to resist gas fading and maximize the conservation of your prints
Acid and Lignin-Free certified to avoid paper degradation
Offered on all artworks. Please note, these prints come unframed.
Dye Sublimation on Aluminum
Sublimation onto aluminum, (also know as metal print), is a process of infusing dyes into a sheet of pre-treated aluminum via heat transfer. Sublimation is the process of going from a solid to a gas, back to a solid - skipping the liquid state. Once the dyes submerge underneath the surface, the process is complete and permanent. Archival up to 65+ years tested by Wilhelm imaging research.
The Process
The image is first printed onto a transfer paper via inkjet technology. Then, the paper is adhered to a sheet of pre-treated aluminum. Finally, it is put into a heat press where the temperatures reach between 350-400 degrees. While being subjected to extreme heat and pressure, the dyes from the transfer paper turn into a gas, are pressed into the surface of the metal, and then solidify into the treated aluminum. This is where the sublimation heat transfer occurs. The transfer process takes between 3-10 minutes per press. Once out of the press, the aluminum cools and the process is complete. There is no additional coatings or laminates applied after. As the dyes cool, they are permanently infused beneath the surface of the metal substrate.
Benefits
Archival - 65+ Years Archivability. Permanence test conducted by Wilhelm Imaging Research and Rochester Institute of Technology. Results available upon request.
Scratch Resistant - Dyes are infused beneath the exterior coating through sublimation. This makes it more durable than traditional paper and canvas imaging because it can’t be scratched or peeled off the surface.
Easy to Clean - No need to worry about fingerprints or blemishes on the surface. A microfiber cloth and household cleaner can be used to clean dye sub prints. Perfect for public spaces and other high traffic areas.
Resistant to Chemicals and Bacteria - Proprietary coatings utilized on all ChromaLuxe print media provide a surface resistant to all forms of chemicals, bacteria*, contaminants, and pathogens.
Fire Retardant - Sublimated aluminum holds up against high heat. Necessary for artwork hung in specific corporate and public environments which meet today’s fire-rated standards.
No Glazing Required - After the heat transfer process, the artwork is completed. No additional UV Acrylic or Glass is needed to protect the artwork.
Modern Finish - Sublimated aluminum can be displayed in a traditional or contemporary float frame, or it can be suspended off the wall by using an inset backing. Or use Standoffs in the corners for a more industrial look.
Recycled Aluminum - The aluminum is produced by 90% Recycled aluminum and it’s 100% Recyclable after sublimation.
The Finishing Touch
Each piece is pre-treated with a white matte finish, referring to the base or bottom layer of the aluminum. Images appear the same as it would on white photo paper.
My signature, title, and edition number are transferred on the back of each piece also using the dye sublimation process.
Offered on all artworks 30 or 40 inches in length on the longest side and comes with either a float or flush mount frame in white, black or natural wood (cherry, maple or walnut) finishes. Ready to hang.