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Framagraphic offers a number of digital printing services for your photos. We can print your images on paper or canvas and also mount photos on aluminum panels. For a really juicy look we have a process called face-mounting . With this method your image is printed on paper –regular or metallic- and then mounted on an aluminum panel which then gets a layer of acrylic plexi-glass added on top for a juicy high-gloss look.

Superior to many home-printers, our giclée printing uses archival fade-resistant inks, and archival papers and canvas. We are happy to help you choose not only the best size for your photos, but the best method of printing for your digital art files.

What is “Giclée Printing”?

Giclee printing is the modern term used to describe fine art digital ink jet prints. Printers have come a long way since ink jet printers were first introduced so manufacturers wanted a way to differentiate their new technology from the earlier products. They also want to separate themselves from cheaper ink jet printers from big box stores which don’t always deliver what they promise. Home printers don’t often get regular tune ups and calibrations for colour accuracy they way our printers do.
The term “Giclee” comes from the French verb “gicler”, which means “to squirt” or “to spray” -as in “ink jet”. The final image has all the hues and tonalities of the original painting or photograph which means the giclee printing process provides better color accuracy than other means of reproduction. Giclee printers use pigment based, archival quality inks that are long lasting and fade resistant.

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What size should my image files be?

From our experience dealing with printing customers’ images, it is best to say the bigger the file the better.
If you are printing photos taken with a cell phone it is best to export or email to us the biggest file that your phone will allow. We have printed cell phone panorama photos at 3-feet –or about a metre- wide on paper and canvas. They look great at that size. As cell phone cameras improve the images they take will get bigger.

We can open your images on our computer and let you know if the image files are big enough to give you the printed size you need. So send them in and ask us to take a look.

One problem we run into on a regular basis is the right-click image. These are photos usually copied from a something like a facebook page or other website with a right-click of the mouse. These images are almost always very small image files that might look good online but not so good when printed on paper.

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Ready For Your Giclée Printing?

Call +1(604) 738-0017 or Request a Quote for your giclée printing with Framagraphic.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Giclée Printing

Giclée printing is a high-end digital printing process that uses advanced inkjet technology to produce exceptionally detailed and color-accurate fine art prints. At Framagraphic, Giclée prints are created using archival-quality pigment inks and professional-grade papers or canvases, ensuring museum-level results suitable for artists, photographers, and galleries.

Unlike standard digital prints, Giclée printing offers significantly higher resolution, smoother color gradations, and superior longevity. The process uses pigment-based inks rather than dye-based inks, which makes Giclée prints far more resistant to fading over time. This makes them ideal for fine art reproduction, exhibitions, and limited edition prints.

When produced with archival inks and papers, Giclée prints can last 60 to 100+ years without noticeable fading if displayed under proper conditions. Framagraphic uses premium archival materials designed to preserve color depth, sharpness, and detail for decades.

Giclée printing is ideal for a wide range of creative works, including paintings, illustrations, photography, digital art, and mixed media artwork. Whether you are reproducing an original canvas painting or printing a high-resolution digital file, Giclée printing ensures accurate color reproduction and fine detail.

For best results, Framagraphic recommends high-resolution files in formats such as TIFF, PSD, or high-quality JPEG. Files should be properly color-corrected and sized at 300 DPI or higher. Our team can also assist with file checks to ensure optimal print quality before production.

Giclée prints can be produced on a variety of premium materials, including:

  • Fine art cotton rag papers

  • Textured watercolor papers

  • Matte or luster photographic papers

  • Archival canvas for gallery wraps

Each material offers a unique look and feel, allowing artists to choose the surface that best complements their artwork.

Yes, Giclée prints are widely accepted in galleries, exhibitions, and art markets worldwide. Due to their exceptional quality and longevity, they are commonly used for limited editions, signed prints, and professional art sales. Framagraphic’s Giclée printing meets the standards expected by collectors and curators.

Absolutely. Framagraphic offers custom sizing options to match your creative and presentation needs. Whether you need small art prints or large-format statement pieces, Giclée printing allows for precise scaling without compromising image quality.

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