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| ** Click here for images of print details - IMAGE 1 - IMAGE 2 - IMAGE 3 - IMAGE 4 ** |
| DETAILS: |
| - I title and sign all prints in the white border below the image - If you are getting it matted, it will also be titled & signed in pencil on the mat itself. |
| - All of the materials used in the making of my prints are of archival quality and are expected to last over 80 years, when handled and displayed properly. |
| CARE: |
| There are a number of things that are within your control that can affect the longevity of the prints. |
| 1 - Sunlight is to be avoided. UV rays make the colors fade over time. |
| Place the print on a wall or area that does not receive direct sunlight. If you are doing your own framing, use a UV protective sheet of glass or plexi-glas. There are also sprays on the market that provide a protective UV proof layer. I only recommend these when you are buying unmatted prints. It is best to use the spray before placing the mat on the print. They can also alter the finish of the print. It may say Matte or Luster on the spray can but it is unlikely it will be an exact match to the Matte or Luster finish of the original print. |
| 2 - Acids from materials and our fingers can deteriorate the print over time. |
| If you are doing your own matting, use acid-free matting and backing. When handling prints, use white cotton gloves, tissue paper between your fingers, or similar. I leave a small white border around all of my unmatted prints and place them in a poly-bag for ease of handling. If you would like I can include a pair of disposable cotton gloves for handling the print. |
| 3 - Humidity can make the print fade over time by breaking down the inks. |
| I use papers that have very high resistance to humidity. Very controllable in most areas, but you may need to keep an eye on things if you are getting alot of condensation on your windows in the room where the print is located. Placing the print in a frame with glass or plexi-glas helps to regulate the humidity in the air that comes in contact with the print. If you are having issues with humidity in general a simple dehumidifier does wonders if you do not have, or use, air-conditioning. |
| 4 - Heat can also break down the inks and lead to fading. |
| Similar to humidity, heat can be controlled quite well unless you are in extreme climates. Generally if there is not a high level of sunlight in the room, you shouldn't have to consider heat to be an issue, especially with air-conditioning in use. |
| 5 - Air pollutants can have a large impact on longevity. |
| If you live in an urban center or area with high levels of pollution it is ideal to place the print in a frame with glass. Ozone exposure is also moderated by the glass in the frame. This is typically not a problem as most people have good quality air filtration in their homes that limits pollutants. |
| > click here for Test results based on the printer and papers I use < |
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