Archival Pigment (Ink Jet) Printing
Archival Pigment (Ink Jet) Printing
Archival pigment prints offer a full-color, continuous tone exhibition alternative to conventional and digital c-prints. The pairing of 100% cotton, acid-free papers with the latest carbon based ink distribution printers has produced the first truly unique, digitally produced photographic exhibition option since the introduction of the modern day chromogenic print. These prints offer greater UV stability and increased archival longevity over chromogenic RA-4 process color prints and are readily accepted by museums, galleries, and collectors worldwide.
Scanning
8 or 16 bit hi-resolution drum scanning for negatives and flat art up to 20 x 24
Flat bed scanning up to 12 x 17
Digital file preparation
Color correction, file compilation, retouching, and digital file processing specifically tailored for print output, billed in half-hour increments.
The Printers
We print with the latest Epson Stylus Pro 11880 series printer and Epson K3 Vivid Magenta series ink set for prints up to 60 inches on the short dimension. Also available: Epson 9800 printer (with K3 series inks), capable of printing to 44 inches on the short dimension. Long dimension format options are practically limitless as both printers are capable of imaging full rolls of paper as long (or longer) than 50 feet. Continuous un-seamed exhibition quality enlargements with uncompromised color gamut as large as 60 inches by 50 feet are now possible.
The Papers
Wide variety of archival 100% cotton, acid- free papers from Epson, Hannemuhle, Harman, Somerset, and Arches available in matt, luster, semi-gloss and glossy surface variations. We also print on various fabrics including canvas and silk.
Please download the attached Lightside Photographic Services PDF pricelist for the complete listing of archival pigment print services and visit Wilhelm Research Imaging for the most up to date testing data on archival pigment ink sets and papers.