We are Dreambase Studios

Giclée Printing

A Giclée print is a high-quality fine art reproduction created using specialised high resolution large format printers, archival-quality pigment-based inks and high quality papers. Giclée prints are known for their vibrant colours, fine detail, and long-lasting archival properties. We can print all kinds of fine art and photographic reproductions from a small 6x8 to 60 inch wide images using a variety of different art papers and canvases.

High Quality Reproduction

Our Giclée printing process utilises Canon's advanced inkjet technology and pigment based inks to achieve a high level of detail and colour accuracy in reproductions. Our three Canon printers each use twelve different pigments to achieve the largest colour gamut possible, ensuring faithful reproduction of your artworks.

Industry Standard

Giclée prints are the industry standard for fine art reproductions used by artists, photographers, and galleries so you can be sure you are offering the highest quality prints to your customers, representing your original artwork as closely as possible

Diverse Paper Options

We print on a variety of professional papers, including cotton, canvas, photographic and other fine art mediums. We use art and photo papers from Fotospeed, Hahnemuhle, Canson and Breathing Color.

Archival Quality

The inks and paper used in Giclée printing are chosen for their archival properties, ensuring the longevity of your prints and resistance to fading. Most of the art papers we use are Fine Art Trade Guild Art Sure Certified, meaning that you can be ensured of the highest quality reproductions and print lifespan.

Prices

Prices are dependent on the size of your finished artwork, border width and the art paper on which it will be printed. We can advise at the time of booking, though you may already have a paper preference. In any case you are welcome to view and discuss our papers before committing to ensure we use the right paper for your artwork type and/or preference. We offer quantity discounts on prints of the same artwork of 10% for 3 prints or more; 15% for 10 prints or more; and 20% for 24 prints or more.

Please contact us for detailed pricing, volume discounts and shipping costs.

Here are some example prices for printing on our most popular textured 315gsm or smooth 300gsm art stocks.

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Fine Art Photography

Fine art photography, also known as reproduction or reproduction printing, involves creating high-quality digital or photographic captures of your original artwork. We use medium format, high resolution cameras and film lights to capture your original artwork in our Cotswold studio, or on location anywhere in the UK. We can accurately capture most types of artwork, even if it’s behind glass.

The resulting digital masters can be used to print copies or for archival purposes. We can capture anything from a postage stamp to a ten foot tall oil painting.

We can also scan your art. Scanning involves placing your artwork, photograph or other document on a flat glass surface. A scanning head with a xenon light source moves beneath the glass to capture the image. We scan your artwork or photographs on our professional A3 Epson scanner or the latest A2 WideTek scanner. The digital file can then be used for editing, printing or archival purposes. We can advise during the consultation if this method is suitable for your artwork.

Photography is carried out under controlled conditions using Calibrite profile colour charts either in our studio near Tetbury, or we can travel to you if that is more convenient.

Prices

Prices are largely dependent on the size of your artwork. As a guide we charge a flat rate per item of £30 plus £0.06 per square inch for studio photography here at our base. Please contact us for more detailed costs, especially if you would like us to travel to you to capture your artwork(s). We offer discounts for multiple artworks photographed at the same time.

All prices exclude VAT.

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Digital Restoration

Digital restoration of art or photographs involves using digital image editing techniques to digitally repair and enhance images that have suffered damage over time, such as fading, tears, or scratches. Our process aims to restore your fine art or photographic images to a condition closer to the original, while also preserving or improving its visual quality. And because it digital the original artwork remains unaltered. Click on the icon above for more details and guide prices.

Scanning & Digitisation

The first step is to create a high-resolution digital copy of the original photograph or artwork, by scanning the artwork or capturing using high-resolution photography.

Damage Assessment

We will carry out a detailed assessment of the damage. This is crucial in identifying areas that need repair, including tears, scratches, stains, and colour fading.

Digital Editing

We use specialised image editing software to address the damage, including:

• -Removal of surface damage.
• -Elimination or reduction of scratches, dust, and other surface imperfections.
• -Recreation of missing sections of the artwork.
• -Closing gaps and restoring continuity.

Colour Correction

We can restore faded colours to their original vibrancy by adjusting colour balance, contrast, and brightness.

Sharpening & Enhancement

We can improve the image’s sharpness and clarity to reveal details that may have been lost over time.

Final Touches

Depending on the desired result, we can also add additional enhancements, such as removing unwanted objects or adjusting the overall tone of the image.

Preservation & Archival

We save the restored image in a high-quality digital format for long-term preservation. The image(s) can also be used to create high-quality prints or other reproductions.

Benefits of Restoration

The sensitive restoration of old photos and artwork allows individuals to preserve cherished memories for future generations. Digital restoration plays a vital role in preserving historical documents and artefacts. Because digital restoration does not involve physical alterations, the original artwork is preserved as it was found, maintaining its integrity.

Your restored images can be used for a variety of purposes, including printing, displaying online, and sharing with family and friends.

Prices

Prices are largely dependent on the nature of the restoration and how much time and effort would need to be engaged to complete the assignment. Please contact us with your requirements.

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