Scanning
We use a professional Epson 1200 xl flatbed scanner (optical density of 3.8 DMax and 48-bit colour depth) with Silverfast Ai 8 studio software and calibration targets to deliver excellent results in colour accuracy, tone and resolution.
We can scan to A2 and sometimes larger with some skilled and invisible stitching of images. We can also scan at extremely high resolutions to produce enlargements. This can also be very effective for Theatre set production, Audio Visual Presentations and full wallpapered interior designs. We can take an A3 original to over A0 print size at print resolutions of 300 dpi and much larger where resolutions can be lowered (such as theatre sets).
To scan or photograph art works is a bit of a judgement call. Scanning is more automated which makes things a little easier, especially as we have our scanner calibrated and we are experienced in how it will output/represent colour. We have powerful software which we can set to tweak colour and tone with the knowledge that this will capture the art works details and colour accurately.
The scanner has a fixed led light source which does not allow any control, and in some cases, especially when the artwork has shiny areas, the flexibility of our photographic lighting allows us to manage this shine better. It is a similar issue with textured works, where photography offers more control of lighting. Currently, we are also limited further by size when scanning.
Pricing
Scan costs are based on both the input size of the original artwork and the output size of the print required. We can create files to match your original size or with resolutions capable of printing images in metres.
Studio Scans
Our Studio service is for image makers to archive their work professionally and high resolution files can be stored until reproduction is required.
Service includes:
- Basic colour correction
- original size + output – 360dpi scan
- File saved as uncompressed Adobe 98 RGB TIFFs (8Bit) – Other colour spaces and formats available on request
- Final scans are uploaded via Wetransfer
| Input | Price per scan |
|---|---|
| A4 | £16.00 |
| A3 | £25.00 |
| A2 | £48.00 |
A4: 21.0 x 29.7cm (8.27 x 11.69 inches)
A3: 29.7 x 42.0cm (11.69 x 16.53 inches)
A2: 42.0 x 59.4cm (16.53 x 23.39 inches)
Please get in touch for further information or some friendly advice.
We offer discounts for multiple scans and combined imaging orders. Use our contact form or call 0794 665 9180
Edition Scans
Our Edition service is designed for artists and photographers who are looking to produce print editions, exhibitions, publications or other creative projects where an extra level of control and collaboration may be required and a printed product the end result.
Service includes:
- clean up of scan
- Colour matching to original
- Colour matched a4 proof print
- Flexible output size
- File saved as uncompressed Adobe 98 RGB TIFFs (8 or 16 Bit colour) – Other colour spaces and formats are available on request.
- Final scans are uploaded via Wetransfer
| In | Output size | Price |
|---|---|---|
| A4 | 35mb/A4+/360dpi | £39.00 |
| A3 | 70mb/A3+/360dpi | £48.00 |
| A2 | 140mb/A2+/360dpi | £69.50 |
We can scan at higher resolutions to print much larger than the original. Contact us for higher dpi / output size prices.
A4: 21.0 x 29.7cm (8.27 x 11.69 inches)
A3: 29.7 x 42.0cm (11.69 x 16.53 inches)
A2: 42.0 x 59.4cm (16.53 x 23.39 inches)
Technology & Craft
The Art and Tools of Photographing Fine Art
Scanning or photographing an original artwork accurately is rarely straightforward. When we look at an original artwork whether 2 or 3 dimensional we have the opportunity to move around and change how the light reflects off an artwork. Differing light sources also change the way we see work and input and output devices use different digital colour spaces.