Tips for Choosing the Right Photo Paper

August 4, 2024August 4, 2024

Tips for Choosing the Right Photo Paper

At FinerWorks, we see more and more photographers not only gravitating to our services when it comes to producing high-quality prints but also giclee style printing which are essentially inkjet prints. Shifting to this style of printing as traditional artists have done for their fine art reproduction is something that many photographers still might be considering. If this is you, choosing a paper for your photo prints is always an interesting discussion.

August 4, 2024August 4, 2024

Syncing Your Virtual Inventory with Your Store Products

We are thrilled to let you in on some exciting news! We’re developing a new Mobile and Web-Based Order Fulfillment app just for you. Part of it will involve improved syncing of your virtual inventory with your store. In the meantime, we have some tips if you are needing help in this area.

April 13, 2024April 15, 2024

Choosing the Perfect Print Size

In the realm of visual art, the size of the print is an important factor. Whether you’re a photographer looking to showcase your latest series or an artist preparing to sell reproductions of your originals, selecting the right print size is a crucial decision.

March 24, 2024March 24, 2024

Essential Guide: Picture Frame Mouldings for Artists

Not all picture frame mouldings use the same materials. This post describes what every artists needs to know about picture frame mouldings and how their materials can affect the quality and price.

June 27, 2023June 27, 2023

Successful Color Lab Collaboration

Working with a professional color lab like FinerWorks is an essential step for an artist or photographer looking to turn their visions into high-quality prints. Working with a reliable and skilled print shop can greatly enhance the value and presentation of your prints, ensuring they reach their full potential.

June 14, 2023June 15, 2023

Embedded Signatures for Prints

The signature on prints is an aspect that is often overlooked, yet it holds great significance for both artists and photographers. While signing a print is crucial for limited edition pieces, many artists and photographers tend to settle for an embedded signature within the image file when it comes to open edition prints. Since our focus primarily lies on producing open-edition prints, let’s delve deeper into what this means.

June 3, 2023June 4, 2023

5 Tips When Framing Your Prints

Frames are an essential element of style and sophistication, enhancing our photographs and art prints while personalizing our living spaces. However, many people overlook important factors when choosing frames for their canvas or fine art prints.

June 1, 2023June 2, 2023

Three of the Best Smooth Fine Art Papers

Our collection of fine art papers offers three popular choices: Hahnemühle Photo Rag, Moab Entrada Rag, and Sunset Cotton Etching. While visually similar, these papers possess distinct characteristics. Hahnemühle Photo Rag, our flagship paper, is versatile, ideal for black and white or color prints with impressive depth. Moab Entrada Rag provides superb ink handling and replaces Epson Ultrasmooth Fine Art Paper. Sunset Cotton Etching offers a low-level textured surface, reminiscent of traditional printmaking. Each paper meets high standards and serves different artistic preferences, making it essential to try them all to find the perfect fit for your projects.

May 22, 2023May 22, 2023

Enhancing Your Artwork: Exploring the Exciting World of Picture Framing Glazing

People new to framing may hear framers talk about glazing. I had one artist once ask when we said we offered “glazing” if it was some sort of poly-acrylic or resin coating like a liquid laminate. The answer is no. In picture framing, “glazing” refers to the protective pane that is placed over the artwork or photograph to protect it from dust, dirt, moisture, and UV light. Glazing can be made of various materials, including glass, acrylic, and plexiglass.

May 8, 2023May 8, 2023

AI and Content Promotion

In a recent discussion, I explored the use of AI in both photography and traditional arts, prompting some to label me as either anti-AI or too pro-AI. However, I remain undecided on the matter, though I do recognize some benefits of AI in the visual arts, particularly for artists themselves.