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The Definition : Giclee (zhee-klay) - The French word “giclée” is a feminine noun that means a spray or a spurt
of liquid. The word may have been derived from the French verb “gicler” meaning “to squirt”.
The Term : The term “giclee print” connotes an elevation in printmaking technology. Images are generated from
high resolution digital scans and printed with archival quality inks onto various substrates including canvas, fine art,
and photo-base paper. The giclee printing process provides better color accuracy than other means of reproduction.
The Process : Giclee prints are created typically using professional 8-Color to 12-Color ink-jet printers. Among the
manufacturers of these printers are vanguards such as Epson, MacDermid Colorspan, & Hewlett-Packard. These modern
technology printers are capable of producing incredibly detailed prints for both the fine art and photographic markets.
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Thursday, May 19, 2011 at 2:59PM