What is a limited edition paper reproduction/print and how do you handle and frame it?

Limited edition prints by John M. Horton, Marine Artist, are produced in small numbers, compared to other artists. The maximum number is 450 prints, and once the series is sold out, they are not reprinted.

They are printed on acid free, museum quality paper stock, and are all printed at the same time on a lithographic press. Once printed, each image is individually inspected, signed and numbered by the artist. Do not allow the print to become creased or dented.

We have 2 new prints that are neither signed nor numbered and so are significantly lower in price because of this.

Display Conditions – Under normal handling, storage and display situations, this print will provide many years of enjoyment. As with any artwork, exposure to extreme environmental conditions will lessen the longevity of the print.

As a guideline, please avoid the following:

1. prolonged periods of sunlight or strong display lighting
2. extreme temperatures
3. extreme relative humidity

Care and Handling – Gentle dusting with a feather duster or non-abrasive antistatic cloth is often sufficient to maintain the framed print in a presentable condition.

What is a limited edition canvas reproduction/print (also know as a canvas transfer) and how do you handle and frame it?

A limited edition canvas reproduction/print or canvas transfer is a reproduction which is the result of a unique process that transfers the image from a limited edition print to canvas.

A clear plastic high quality art film is applied to a limited edition print; the ink is lifted off the paper through a special process and then applied to a high quality art canvas. Because of the protective film, glass is not required when framing. Please stretch and frame it as you would an original oil painting on canvas. The final image is signed and numbered by the artist.

Display Conditions – Under normal handling, storage and display situations, this print will provide many years of enjoyment. As with any artwork, exposure to extreme environmental conditions will lessen the longevity of the print.
As a guideline, please avoid the following:

1. prolonged periods of sunlight or strong display lighting
2. extreme temperatures
3. extreme relative humidity
4. submersion in or saturation by liquids to the front or back of the print, including, by way of example only, water.

Care and Handling – Gentle dusting with a feather duster or non-abrasive antistatic cloth is often sufficient to maintain the framed print in a presentable condition.

What is a Giclee and how do you handle and frame it?

A giclees is a reproduction of an original painting or photograph and is produced by the following method.

• The original item is digitally photographed or scanned
• John’s giclee reproductions are printed by a multi jet printer with special inks on high quality art canvas
• A maximum of 450 reproductions will be produced
• These can be produced one at a time, or in quantity – therefore you have the option to have one of John’s paintings reproduced which may not have been printed before.
• A protective art varnish is applied and therefore glass is not required
• Framing is less expensive without the glass
• All are individually signed and numbered by the artist.
• Have a possible lifespan of 75 years depending on lighting and environmental conditions.

Display Conditions – Under normal handling, storage and display situations, this print will provide many years of enjoyment. As with any artwork, exposure to extreme environmental conditions will lessen the longevity of the print.
As a guideline, please avoid the following

1. prolonged periods of sunlight or strong display lighting
2. extreme temperatures (140°F / 60°C or 5°F /-20°C);
3. extreme relative humidity (+60%);d.
4. submersion in or saturation by liquids to the front or back of the print, including, by way of example only, water.

Care and Handling – Due to their sensitive and water soluble nature, digital prints require the highest level of care when handling and framing. White gloves should always be worn when working with the prints, and these prints may be framed as if they are original paintings – therefore no glass is required.

Gentle dusting with a feather duster or non-abrasive antistatic cloth is often sufficient to maintain the framed print in a presentable condition. If required, gentle wiping with a soft clean cloth moistened with water will remove most stains; more stubborn stains may require a soft clean cloth moistened with a mild detergent followed by a cloth moistened with clean water. Do not scrub or use abrasive cleansers. Always first test a hidden area such as any matted paper areas.