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| "The 30th Snowbird Anniversary is already two weeks old and the Team is busy with the winter work-ups in preparation for next year's show season. It was an outstanding way to close out our 30th season. Allowing us to use your creativity and talent in the creation of FLYING THE FLAG and giving us carte blanche in the use of that image really gave us flexibility in planning the weekend. Without your loyal and dedicated support, the weekend would not have been the success it was. It was truly an honour to have you both at the reunion. I extend my heartfelt gratitude and thanks for exceptional dedication and generosity. The Snowbirds are fortunate to have you as true friends." Sincerely, J.G.R. 'Cowboy' Painchaud, Major Commanding Officer 1999-2000-2001 ... read more |
| Why is a Giclée more expensive than a litho print? |
| The cost of printing a single Giclée print is substantially higher than the unit cost of printing a photo-mechanical lithographic reproduction. An entire edition of litho prints is produced using acid-free paper and paid for when the edition is printed. The larger the edition the smaller the unit cost. Our Giclée prints are printed one at a time, as ordered, on premium archival watercolor paper. Some artists also print on canvas. Rich Thistle Studio prints only on archival watercolor papers. The resulting print reproduces the original painting with amazing clarity, color, image quality and sharpness, placing these prints in a league of their own. Rich Thistle Giclée prints are offered in very limited editions creating a more exclusive product than larger litho editions. The technology is sophisticated, requiring skilled technicians and expensive specialized equipment. The result is truly "THE NEXT BEST THING" to owning the original painting. ... read more |
