Prints, Finishes and Framing
I can take care of all your print, mount and frame requirements for you. I work with two fantastic British companies to provide a full printing and finishing service for my illustrated portraits and wedding stationery.
Portrait printing
My illustrated portraits are Giclée printed locally in Suffolk, using Fine Art Trade Guild-approved equipment and inks. My paper of choice is 'Somerset Enhanced Velvet' (330gsm) which is made from 100% cotton. It is an authentic, fine art paper with an invisible matt coating and subtle surface texture. It gives finished prints a beautifully elegant fine art feel.
Window mounting
All of my portraits can be window mounted – simply request this when you make an enquiry. Mounts are handmade in Suffolk by the same people that print my portraits. They are cut to the exact size of your print and made from soft white conservation quality board (other colours available upon request). They are hinge-taped to an acid-free backing board, with your giclée print sandwiched perfectly in between. Your mounted print will be sent to you wrapped in biodegradable cellophane.
Bespoke framing
As well as taking care of printing and mounting your illustrated portrait, I also provide a handmade framing service (taken care of by my friends in Suffolk). Frames are custom-made to order, conservation-quality, and made from sustainably sourced wood. They come with a soft white mount (as described above) as standard. You will be able to choose from three moulding profiles (flat, square and box), in a variety of colours and finishes.
Ready-to-buy framing
For a more cost-effective framing choice, I work with my framers to offer a selection of ready-made frames. These are available in black, white and natural wood grain finishes, and come with a soft white mount, in standard A-sizes. This is the best choice if you require a framed prints in a short turnaround time.
Wedding stationery printing
My bespoke illustrated wedding stationery is printed on Tintoretto Gesso 300gsm. It is a high-quality, matt paper with a felt-marked surface in an off-white shade. It lends itself well to invitations and before-the-day stationery, and the subtle texture does not detract from any wording or intricate details. Other paper types are available upon request. I include envelopes as required with printed wedding invites and thank you cards. If you’d like any special finishes such as foiling or rounded corners, please tell me and I will add these to your quote.
Please take a look at my range of semi-customisable, foiled invitations.
No printing required!
If you don’t require prints or frames for your illustration, no problem. I will provide you with the high-resolution, digital files to keep, use and print as you wish (non-commercial use only). I provide A4 JPEGs as standard – if you require an alternative file size or type, these are available upon request.
I will include the cost of your printing and framing in your quote once I know what your requirements are for your illustrated project. Read more about the ordering process.
