Why Use Us?
The approach that we take to fine art printing and art reproduction here at Old Town Editions is one of a kind. We have been working with artists, photographers, galleries, museums and individuals for more than 20 years. We have a proven history of consistently producing the finest digital fine art prints the industry has to offer. Our process and workflow is designed to meet the needs of each of our clients whether the volume is small or large.
When you work with Old Town Editions, you partner with us. When working with new clients we offer free consultations to discuss not only our process, but also strategies and information needed for clients to have success marketing and selling their Giclee prints. In this first consultation we will ask our clients questions to make sure we have a full understanding of their needs so that we can help as much as possible. Artists come to us at different levels in their career, from just starting out to artists who have been selling originals for years. We are sensitive to the different needs of different clients and will make sure we are providing the best level of service to every client. We are committed to helping our clients grow their business and will be here to help every step of the way.
One of the main things that sets Old Town Editions apart from other printmakers is our commitment to partnering with our clients, and forming a collaborative relationship.
We are very transparent about our process and are always willing to show clients around the studio and give them a look into how we work. From our own personal experience, as well of years of experience working with clients, we have a wealth of knowledge to share about printing options, edition sizes, packaging prints, marketing and selling prints and originals, and advice for success. Not only do we share information with our clients in person, we also have an extensive list of articles and pages here on our website that we have written to help artists understand the Giclee printmaking process and offer tips for success. We want to make sure anyone who works with us is prepared for long term success as an artist.
We know that choosing a printmaker can be difficult, and your search will likely lead you to find different studios offering very different prices for what seem like the same services. Although it is tempting, choosing a printmaker solely based on who offers the lowest price is generally not in your best interest. A great rule of thumb when looking at different price options is “if it seems too good to be true, it probably is”. The reason their prices are so low is that their quality is low, and they are not offering as much as a professional studio like Old Town Editions can. Spend some time looking over their websites, and get a sense for what they are offering. What kind of equipment are they using? Do they have examples of their work available online? How long have they been in business? What, if anything, are they doing to guarantee color consistency throughout the life of your print edition? Do they have any articles offering information or strategies to help you be successful? Do they have a street address listed? All of these questions are very important to consider when choosing a printmaker, and all of this information should be available to you, whether you are an active client or not.
Our commitment to edition printing allows artists to order prints as they need them, rather than having to order an entire edition of prints at once. There are several steps we take to ensure color consistency on orders years apart. We maintain our printers longer than most printmakers for the sake of keeping editions true. In addition to archiving the final color matched file, we also file a physical proof so we can reference color on future orders. This aids in quality control and allows us to make adjustments to match the print on a new printer if necessary. Giving you the confidence in the future of your editions.
All of the services we offer are done in house rather than being shipped out to other locations. You can be sure that your artwork or family photos will be stored safely. When you come in you’ll be talking with the technicians who will be working on your order. They can provide insight into how your art or artifact will move through our workflow. This one-on-one relationship is something that can’t be found with online printing services.
Anytime you call or come to our studio, one of our technicians will be able to personally help you with whatever you need, whether that is getting a quote together, placing an order, or simply offering information or advice. We are here to be your partner. When you visit our studio we will do all that we can to make sure you are confident with us and also with yourself. We want you to leave with your expectations exceeded. Please feel free to give us a call at 703-684-0005 if you have any questions, or if you’d like to schedule a time to come by our studio and meet with us.