• Quality - Philip Silver Photography is committed to total customer satisfaction.
• Limited Edition - Limited edition prints have never been so collectable. Each edition is strictly limited from 5 to 500 prints (we have a very select number of private buyers with singular edition runs - please contact us for more information). The hand written number which appears on each print is vital - it guarantees not only the size but also the authenticity of the edition.
• Authenticity - Each image is numbered and signed and comes with its own Certificate of Authenticity.
• Printing - All limited edition prints are printed using the highest quality archival photographic print material available.
• Giclée Print - Giclée (zhee-clay) is a French term, in this case meaning “spray of ink”. Giclée prints render deep, saturated colours and have a beautiful painterly quality that retains minute detail, subtle tints and blends.
The production of a giclée print is not an automatic process. The human touch is critical in several phases of the giclée process. First giclée prints begin as original art. Second the work is scanned into the computer, where it is colour corrected. That colour correction requires an experienced eye and touch in making the proper adjustments in tone, contrast, sharpness and other factors to produce a print that faithfully reproduces the original. Third, in matching the computer image with the final print, a practised eye must make adjustments for the best results. And last, the printer itself needs steady attention to produce consistent, quality results. In short, the human hand is part of every step of the giclée process. Indeed, the difference between a quality printer and one that is not, lies almost entirely in the human involvement and craftsmanship.
• Mat Boards - We use archival mount board from Daler and Bainbridge, which in three standard colours - Grey, White and Cream.
• Glazing - All framed prints are finished with non reflective glass and eliminates 93% of harmful UV rays to provide maximum protection for your prints.
• Frames - We frame all Limited Edition Prints in house using environmentally friendly timber frames. Each frame is 'drum sealed' preventing any dust or dirt entering. Should you require any other frame mould please contact us.
• Mounting - The prints are mounted onto carefully prepared 3mm or 5mm mounting board, using a pressure sensitive film which is water based for archival stability.
• Hanging - All framed Limited Edition Prints come ready to hang. For larger prints we reccomend using two picture hooks screwed into the wall.
• Dimensions - Unless otherwise stated, sizes correspond to the framed, horizontal width of each Limited Edition Print. Additional mount and frame dimensions are provided below.
• Cameras - All of the editions are taken with either the Panoscan MkIII or Canon 1Ds mkIII cameras. Both cameras offer the ability to output extremely large and detailed final prints.
• Web Images - Every effort has been made to accurately represent the vibrant colours of the original files.
• Delivery Charges - Unless otherwise stated, all of our prices include free delivery via TNT or UPS.
• Delivery Time - All editions are individually printed to order and each one is a registered, signed and numbered. Prints are delivered 2-5 weeks from the date your order is placed.
• Packaging - Every framed print is professionally packed and guaranteed to reach its destination in good order. In the unlikely event that damage does occur in transit, we will have the print collected from you and replaced with a perfect one at no additional charge to you. Our goal is complete customer satisfaction.
• Freight - When your print is despatched, we will advise you of the tracking number for your reference. You can then track the progress of delivery online.
• Payment Methods - The total order cost will be charged to your credit or debit card at the time the order is made. We accept Mastercard, Visa, American Express, Switch, Solo and Visa Electron. All card transactions are encrypted and conducted over secure servers.
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