What is an embellished Giclee?

The terms "original painting," "print," and "embellished giclée" refer to different types of
artworks, each with its own characteristics and value.

1. **Original Painting**:

- An original painting is a unique piece of art created by the artist using traditional mediums
such as oil, acrylic or watercolor.

2. **Print**:
- A print is a reproduction of an original artwork. It can be made using various techniques,
including lithography, screen printing, digital printing, and more.
- Prints are often produced in limited editions, where each print is numbered and
sometimes signed by the artist. However, they can also be open editions, with no limit to the
number of reproductions made.
- Prints are generally less expensive than original paintings. limited edition prints are more
expensive than open editions.

3. **Embellished Giclée**:
- A giclée is a high-quality print produced using archival ink, materials and processes.
- An embellished giclée is a giclée print that has been hand enhanced by the artist after
printing. The artist may add additional paint, texture, or other elements to the print, giving it a
more unique and original quality.
- Because of the hand-embellishment, these prints are often considered more valuable
than standard giclée’s and are usually produced in limited editions.
Quality giclée’s are made to be archival, meaning that they can last hundreds of years
without significant degradation. Giclee prints are often considered to be fine art in their
own right and are prized by collectors and artists alike.
*The existence of prints can highlight the uniqueness and exclusivity of the original
piece, potentially increasing its perceived value.
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Most of Anita’s art may be ordered as archival prints or embellished
limited giclée’s on canvas in a variety of sizes starting at $100. For more
information contact Anita: anita@callthebest.com.