Have you taken truly outstanding digital photographs, ones you want displayed in a fine art setting that will stand out visually and stand the test of time? One way to do so is by having the images printed on canvas. Canvas was first used by artists producing oil paintings starting in the early fifteenth century and gained popularity later in the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries. Digital photography and printing technology now makes it possible to use this traditional material to produce photographic works that will outlast any paper while displaying a different artistic flavor, producing a look much like an oil painting. Printing on canvas will provide a high-quality piece that can be displayed in a gallery, given as a special gift, or kept as a family heirloom. Canvas is a perfect material for high resolution, vibrant photographs.
Whether you wish to frame a favorite print or a work of art, The Hampton Photo Arts on-site custom framing team offers the materials, expertise, and passion to meet all of your framing needs in a timely, cost-effective manner. There are many qualities that set Hampton Photo Arts apart from other professional framers.
When you visit our custom framing department, you'll find framing associates who not only have a keen eye for design, but plenty of knowledge to back it up. We enjoy helping you make one-of-a-kind creations. So whether you need us to build a custom frame or answer a framing question, you'll know that you're getting an honest, qualified opinion.
Hampton Photo, Arts and Framing Offers Discounts On Photo Posters Through December 23rd 2011
Hunting for the perfect holiday gift for all of those hard-to-please people on your shopping list? Surprise them with unique custom posters created from your favorite photos.
A made to order photo poster means so much more than generic artwork, and is a great way to share good times and favorite memories with family and friends.
Photo posters aren’t just for gift giving either, they make great home décor and are a terrific way to advertise your business, express yourself, and make the most of your favorite photos.
“Photo posters provide a new way to experience an image. Think of the difference between watching a movie on a big screen and on a small TV -- it’s just like that. The impact and emotion is much stronger with a big print, you can really immerse yourself in the image,” says David McHugh, owner of Hampton Photo Arts and Framing.
As professional photo finishers, Hampton Photo, Arts and Framing uses state of the art technology to enlarge your images and produce large-scale prints with vibrant color and high detail. We can work with files from your digital camera, film from traditional cameras, negatives and slides. You also have a large choice of sizes and we can print your photo on your choice of papers like Watercolor paper, High Gloss, Matte or Canvas. You can also add photo effects, text messages and borders. Hampton Photo, Arts and Framing can also frame your new poster print.
The most personal gift of love is an exquisitely printed fine art photograph. Amazing moments captured forever and preserved on beautiful long-lasting prints bring joy to the recipient. Today many fine art reproduction options for photography and art are available through advances in printing technology. Hampton Photo Arts, a leader in the use of state-of-the-art digital technology for printing, is located in Bridgehampton, New York, but their reputation for quality workmanship is widely acknowledged from coast to coast.
The professional printing technicians at Hampton Photo Arts are specialists and will transform your photography into beautiful works of art. You can depend on Hampton Photo Arts’ experience and knowledge of the industry. They have over twenty years of experience working with professional photographers and artists. They will expertly reproduce your beautiful photographs on your choice of a selection of high-quality papers, silk and canvas.
Hampton Photo Arts provides archival framing. Archival framing, sometimes called ‘museum’ framing, is ideal for those photos and prints you wish to keep as collectibles or heirlooms.
What’s The Difference Between Archival Framing and Ordinary Framing?
Unlike ordinary photo framing, archival framing is designed to last a lifetime. The secret to keeping your photos and prints looking brand new for decades is in our 100% rag, acid-free mats and backing. Here at Hampton Photo Arts, we use Peterboro Conservation mats, which meet or exceed The Library of Congress and Fine Art Trade Guild standards for chemical composition. Wood frames can cause chemical damage so for archival framing, Hampton Photo Arts offers a wide variety of custom metal frames to suit your individual needs.
Hampton Photo Arts appreciate that professional and amateur photographers alike are not always satisfied with a simple folder of snapshots. Understandably, they want to immortalize their precious memories in a more fashionable and aesthetically pleasing way. Photo albums have always been a traditional staple of a family household, yet one need not always opt for a solemn leather tome – in fact, the range of photo albums available at Hampton Photo Arts is a very broad one indeed. Those seeking a photo album which surpasses the competition in terms of style and durability need look no further than those available at Hampton Photo Arts in Bridgehampton.
The changing security picture has forced governments around the world, including the United States, to tighten up their passport requirements. If you have not traveled outside the U.S. for awhile, you might be surprised at just how strict these new identification guidelines have become, and how they can affect your upcoming travel plans.
You probably already know that you need a valid U.S. passport to travel to Europe, Asia and other exotic destinations. But did you know that you now need a passport booklet or passport card to enter Canada and Mexico as well? If you are traveling throughout New England and want to take in the beauty of Canada during your vacation, you will be unable to do so without a valid passport. The same is true if you, or someone you loves, plans to vacation at one those trendy Mexican resorts this winter. No matter where in the world you plan to go, you will need a valid passport to get there and back again.
Printing on canvas is incredibly versatile and a great way to create a ready-to-hang image or artwork. Every canvas that we print is protected with a UV coated acrylic finish to guard the print from dust, moisture and fading. Do you want your canvas stretched on bars or non-stretched? Framed or unframed? Customize the work to make it truly your own.
Hampton Photo, Arts and Framing located in Bridgehampton, New York, offers fine art, or giclee, printing services. With over 20 years of experience, the Hampton Photo Arts staff creates beautiful, expert-level prints and continually strives to exceed even the highest customer expectations. Glowing reviews of Hampton Photo Arts, on websites such as insiderpages.com, reflect this commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. Fine Art/Giclee Printing Giclee printing involves using a high-quality, professional ink-jet printer to create fine art prints from a digital image or source. An ink-jet printer works by spraying different colored pigments onto photo or art paper in order to create an identical copy of the original photo or artwork. Hampton Photo Arts offers giclee printing services for photos, two-dimensional artwork and digital art. Customers can select between a vast array of paper options for their giclee prints, including glossy photo paper, matte photo paper, watercolor paper, pastel paper, high white cotton fine art paper, kraft paper and simple bond paper. Clients may also opt to receive their prints on silk or canvas. Hampton Photo, Arts and Framing creates prints up to a size of 40-inches by 60-inches.
Using only the finest inks, papers and equipment, Hampton Photo Arts ensures that each and every print they produce is top-quality with vivid color and detail. This company believes that fine art prints of beloved photos and artwork should remain beautiful and vivid for future generations to enjoy; therefore, Hampton Photo Arts uses Fuji Crystal Archive paper. This fine paper keeps prints from fading or even dulling over the years.
Watercolor is an easy, fun medium for creating art. Color theory, composition and design can be explored freely with watercolor paint, paper, and brushes. Several techniques may be used with watercolors for varying effects including painting wet on wet, wet on dry, layering washes, and more.
Watercolor paper comes in cold press, hot press, and rough. Rough paper has the most texture, and its hills and valleys can result in interesting effects when paint is added. Hot press is the smoothest and has the finest texture. Cold press has a moderate amount of texture and is the paper most commonly chosen by watercolor artists.
Watercolor paper comes in several weights ranging from 90 lb. to 300 lb. based on the pounds per ream of paper. Most artists prefer to use at least 140 lb. paper. Papers vary somewhat between manufacturers, so sampling different papers is advisable. Paper can be purchased in pads, in blocks or in large sheets. The large sheets are usually the most economical and can be torn into whatever size is desired.
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Hunting for the perfect holiday gift for all of those hard-to-please people on your shopping list? Surprise them with unique custom posters created from your favorite photos.
Hampton Photo Arts appreciate that professional and amateur photographers alike are not always satisfied with a simple folder of snapshots. Understandably, they want to immortalize their precious memories in a more fashionable and aesthetically pleasing way. Photo albums have always been a traditional staple of a family household, yet one need not always opt for a solemn leather tome – in fact, the range of 
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Watercolor is an easy, fun medium for creating art. Color theory, composition and design can be explored freely with