Printing

Currently the term “limited edition” is being overused and misrepresented. I do not believe it is fair to sell them as “limited edition” prints as other artists now do. Since there is little restriction on how many prints an artist may make, it seems disingenuous to lead the purchaser into thinking they are limited to a certain number. I would rather be open about this and prefer the right to print more in the future.

In giclee printing, no screen or other mechanical devices are used and therefore there is no visible dot screen pattern. The image has all the tonalities and hues of the original painting. Giclee (pronounced Gee’clay) is a French term meaning to spray, which is how an inkjet printer works. However, it is not the same as a standard desktop inkjet printer, and is much larger.

The Giclee printing process allows me to print just a few prints as needed. I keep track of the prints made and number them accordingly.

Giclee prints can be produced on any paper or canvas. I choose to print on actual watercolor paper which is acid-free, 100% rag and specifically made for the giclee printing process. My original paintings are on the same paper, D’Arches – established in France since 1492, and I wanted the Giclee prints to be as close to the originals as possible, not only in color, but also in texture.

All of Gregg Bauer’s prints are signed, numbered and dated. A COA is available upon request with purchase.

No. They use special light-fast inks, which, if kept out of the sun, will remain true for up to 90 years or longer in museum lighting situations. They are created using museum quality, archival inks.