Artist Information Packet FRAMING • REPROGRAPHICS ART SUPPLIES • GALLERY & GIFTS
To better acquaint you with our store and services, we have put together this information packet which highlights elements in each department that are of special interest to artists. Especially with the challenges of the current economy, we felt that it was important to reaffirm our support for the arts and dedication to providing affordable options that give artists the best bang for their buck.
In recent years, we have expanded our reprographic services to include high-end scanning and printing; increased the number of available mouldings to accommodate a wider range of frame pricing; and we maintain a well stocked variety of professional quality art supplies—a good deal of which is regularly dis- counted.
The following pages outline available services and give some ideas regarding prices. Because most of our services are customizable to individual needs, please do not hesitate to visit or contact us regarding more specific projects and pricing.
Our knowledgeable staff is comprised of working artists and skilled craftspeople who share many of your concerns regarding the creation, development and exhibition of art. With over 150 years of combined framing experience, knowledge of art supplies and reprographic processes, we are more than happy to help you during any step of your creative process.
We look forward to working with you!
All the best,
Bob, Paul, Stephanie, David, Lisa, Kim, Brie, Lynn and Marian
1600 Grand Army Hwy. (Rte. 6), Somerset, MA 02726 (508) 672-6735 www.riversideart.com Information Packet for Artists
- Table of Contents -
Framing Department - 1 Workshop Capabilities Scheduling Custom Framing Economic Options
Reprographics Department - 5 Intro Scanning Info/Pricing Fine Art Reproductions Available Substrates Print Pricing Canvas Print Options
Art Supplies Department - 17 Discounts Selction Special Orders
Gallery & Gifts - 19 Gifts Gallery Information Additional Info For Artists
Also Included in Packet: -Print Samples Hours of Operation
Monday - Friday 9:30am - 6:00pm
Saturday 9:00am - 5:00pm Framing
Workshop Capabilities
Ninety-nine percent of our framing work is done in-house and does not leave the building until it goes home with you when it is finished. Any pieces requiring out-of-house services are hand delivered to ensure the safety of the work.
We are able to accommodate most large-scale works that need mounting, framing or stretching.
-We have a 4’ x 8’ vacuum press, and utilize a variety of mounting methods: vacuum mounting, fabric mounting, dry mounting, and reversible dry mounting.
-Stretcher bars are purchased in 10’ lengths and are assembled in the same way we assemble our frames. This allows standard and odd-sized stretchers to be made with ease, accuracy, and stability.
-We regularly stock oversized mounting boards and can easily cut them down to meet your needs. -Archival 4ply rag board available in many colors up to 40”x60” and in white up to 48”x96” -Gator Foam in 3/16” & 1/2” thicknesses in black and white up to 48”x96” -Foam core in 3/16” & 1/2” thicknesses in black and white up to 48”x96”
-Our workshop staff is also proficient in building custom shadow boxes for more sculptural works, and can even internally light the piece for a self-contained display.
-Our Wizard Computerized Mat Cutter allows us to cut mats quickly (often while you wait), and gives the capability to cut more complex mats with multiple or decoratively shaped openings.
Scheduling & Turn-Around Times Custom work is often difficult to schedule, due to unforeseen problems that may arise. Work is tentatively scheduled to give you an approximate date of completion and should not be considered binding. All work is done in the same order in which it is received. RUSH orders are assessed a surcharge to cover overtime labor. So that you may plan ahead, please allow two weeks for work to be completed.
2 Custom Framing
Riverside Art has over four-thousand available mouldings with prices starting as low as $3 per foot, so cus- tom framing does not have to be expensive. Our services are completely à la carte and we can do as much or as little work as you want us to.
There are generally no discounts given on custom framing; however, orders of volume may qualify for a discount. If you have four or more items of the same size and are receiving the exact same treatment, at the same time, they receive a 10% discount. Ten or more items receive a 20% discount. Twenty-five or more, discounts are by quote.
Listed below are some scenarios artists may find themselves in, along with some pricing to give you a better idea of their costs. (All prices are based on a standard outside dimension of 16x20 and do not include sales tax)
Protecting works for sale at an art fair or in consignment shop … $22 - $44 -archival mat, mounting, archival backing and shrink wrapping
Mounting graphics, digital works, etc for presentation … $30 -mounting graphics on 3/16” gator foam and trimming
Mounting and matting a work on paper in preparation for exhibit … $18 - $36 -archival mat, mounting, archival backing
Framing a work on paper in preparation for a show: -option #1: ready-made frame, UV filtering glass, mat, mounting, fit & finish … $38 – $86 -option #2: custom, basic silver or gold frame, UV filtering glass, mat, mounting, and fit & finish … $96
Framing a canvas for exhibition -basic black, silver, or gold frame, fit & finish … $32 – $54
Framing a canvas or panel in float frame -basic dark wood, fit & finish … starting at $85
*Of course, there are an infinite number of scenarios, so for simplicity’s sake we compiled a concise list of possibilities. We will be happy to discuss other options and prices in person or over the phone. No appoint- ments are needed and there is always frame sales staff available during regular store hours.
3 Economic Options
Nielsen Ready-Made Frames -includes archival mats, UV filtering glass, and archival backing board -priced at 50% off manufacturer’s retail price everyday -available in many different styles in a variety of standard sizes -for example, 16x20 frames range in price from $24 – $39
Omega Ready-Made Frames -available in three finishes, but in a wide variety of profiles including plein air -have finished corners -priced at 30% off of the manufacturer’s retail price
Wizard Express Creative Matting Service Since 1995 Riverside Art has been using the Wizard Computerized Matting System. We were one of the first frame shops in New England to embrace and offer this technology to our customers. From a select assortment of pre-cut mat boards, we can cut a specific sized opening (or even multiple open- ings) while you wait. In most cases, for less than the price of a pre-packaged commercial mat, we can offer variety and custom quality at the speed and convenience of an “off the rack” purchase. Choices must be made from our pre-selected assortment of thousands of mats. Quantities over 12 mats may need to be scheduled. Our price is based on the price of the mat board (see Below) plus $2.00 per opening up to 16x20--$5 for larger sizes.
Bring in your artwork and frame if you’d like, and match everything up for a custom framed look. These prices are for Wizard Express Matting Services and do not apply to any custom framing order.
Size Archival Paper Mat Archival Fabric Mat
8x10 $0.40 $1.60 9x12 $0.89 $2.95 11x14 $1.50 $4.50 12x16 $1.50 $4.50 14x18 $3.00 $5.75 16x20 $3.95 $6.95
Raw Materials for DIY Framing If you are the handy type who likes to do your own framing and just need the basic materials, we’ve got you covered. Raw materials such as lengths of moulding, full sheets of mat and mounting boards, wire, tape, etc are all available for purchase. Moulding and matting are ordered weekly; simply let us know what you need and we will do what we can to accommodate you. Quantity discounts are by individual quotes only.
Reuse and Recycle Already have a frame? No problem. We often refit old frames with your new work. We can even cut down the frames if they are the wrong size.
Kits Some of our custom mouldings are also available as kits. This is a great option for metal-sectional frames, as they are easily assembled at home. Since this reduces our labor time, kits qualify for a discount off of the per-foot cost. Prices vary. Limited to metal sectional frames only.
4 Hours of Operation
Monday - Friday 8:00am - 6:00pm
Saturday (with limited services) 9:00am - 5:00pm FRAMING • REPROGRAPHICS ART SUPPLIES • GALLERY & GIFTS
Newly Expanded Services
We have witnessed many changes in technology, including the ability to accurately and economically repro- duce art, making it more accessible to a broader market. Knowing where you can go to profit from these op- portunities can be a challenge. Riverside Art is the answer to that challenge.
We are proud to offer personalized service, unmatched quality scanning, color matching, and printing. Our experienced staff are not only skilled technicians, but also working artists. We recognize the importance of those subtle nuances vital to reproducing fine art, and we can deliver some of the most accurate reproductions available. Using top of the line technology and a color calibrated workflow, what we do is part art, part science.
Our no-touch scanning is accomplished with a CRUSE scanner, which is proven superior to photography when digitizing originals. Images are captured in strictly controlled light conditions and with consistent sharpness, homogenous light exposure, and consistent reproduction angle. Globally recognized as the top of the line in scanning, CRUSE scanners are used by respected institutions, such as the Getty Foundation, the Pentagon, the Vatican, and NASA’s Johnson Space Center in Houston, TX.
Selling high quality giclee prints of your work enables you to capitalize on the skill and effort invested in the creative process. In addition to selling the same image multiple times as a reproduction, you can also offer a multitude of sizes of the same image to satisfy any buyer’s needs.
In the entrepreneurial spirit, we would like to partner with you and help you to maximize the marketing poten- tial of your creativity. We will be happy to answer any questions you may have.
“After using a number of copying services, claimed to be the best, I found that Riverside Art continues to perfect the process. I have worked with Riverside Art for many years. The reproductions they create from my artwork are excellent, and I have no doubt they have been instrumental in growing my business. I trust them with all of my work.” -Brian Fox
1600 Grand Army Hwy. (Rte. 6), Somerset, MA 02726 (508) 672-6735 www.riversideart.com Reprographics
For several years our Reprographics Department has offered a print-on-demand service. Using our state-of-the-art equipment, we can produce high-quality reproductions of your original artwork and photo- graphs on fine art papers and canvas. Our service is utilized by professional and aspiring artists alike, for the printing of reproductions of finished works, as well as enlarging and printing preparatory drawings for original works-to-be.
No matter what your project is, our experienced staff will guide you through, step-by-step, to produce the most accurate and high-quality images to suit your needs.
Our Equipment and Capabilities:
-Cruse Synchron Table scanner. Scanner bed measures 48” x 72” and can scan up to four times that size!
-(2) Canon iPF9400 inkjet printer. Can print up to 60” wide. Has an extremely wide color gamut.
-(1) HP Z6100 inkjet printer. Can print up to 60” wide, our good ole’ workhorse!
-Our printers are custom profiled to print on canvas, satin photo paper, matte photo paper, and a cotton etching paper. (see further decriptions in the follwoing pages)
Scheduling & Turn-Around Times for Fine Art Printing Turn-around times are based on a variety of factors including the complexity of the project and the workload ahead of it, as all work is done in the same order in which it is received.
Any project requesting a shorter turn-around time is assessed a surcharge to cover overtime labor. Please call ahead to make arrangements. (508) 672-6735
Poofing NEW images requires the most amount of time; please plan for 1 WEEK to complete this process. This time allows for scanning, printing proofs, and adjusting color. This does not necessarily include the time required to make the final prints . See below...
Printing from files already proofed by Riverside Art -prints on paper, please plan for 2-3 DAYS -prints on canvas (that are NOT being stretched), please allow 1 WEEK -prints on canvas (stretched), please allow 2 WEEKS *These times are for printing only. They do not reflect the time required to complete other elements of your project that our framing workshop would handle.
7 Scanner Pricing
Basic scanning is $17 per square foot, with a minimum of 1 square foot.
SIZE: COST: 8x10 $17 This pricing structure is based on a straightfor- ward scan, with no special lighting consider- 12x16 $22.67 ations or set up. 16x20 $37.78 18x24 $51 (Enhancing the texture of a painting, picking up subtle paper texture, or scanning a 3-di- 24x36 $102 mensional object requires additional set up 30x40 $142 and scanning time, and will increase the price 36x48 $204 of the service.) 48x72 $408
Bulk scanning may qualify for discounts. If you’re looking to have a bunch of work scanned, please contact us for pricing. (508) 672-6735 • [email protected]
Things to Consider:
-Our scanner can capture a piece using a variety of lighting angles. While most pieces look just fine with a straight scan using both lights, some pieces can benefit from a different lighting setup.
-Directional lighting works well in any situation where you may want to enhance texture or cast a shadow on 3-dimensional elements.
-Works larger than 48x72 are scanned with multiple passes and require extra tech time to combine the files.
8 Why is the Cruse Scanner so special?
Since 1979 CRUSE has been creating the finest equipment for fine art reproduction in the world.
The uniqueness of CRUSE scanners:
-Even and precise scanning up to 1000 dpi optical resolution -Scanner bed measures 48”x72” -Homogenous, even, and totally stable light exposure -ICC based color management, and advanced profiling with customized profiling targets and software -Totally “touch-free”, non-contact scanning -Capable of scanning framed pictures and originals, even through the glass! -Can capture surface texture and fine details with variable lighting options -SD (Surface Detecting) 3D scanning can capture the texture and depth of an object
CRUSE scanners are unmatched by ordinary photography in terms of recording in capturing images under uniform lighting conditions, constant sharpness, and reproduction angle.
Every CRUSE scanner is individually constructed in Germany, with more than 400 CRUSE scanners installed in more than 30 countries worldwide.
Who else owns a CRUSE?... Architecture Museum in Berlin, Germany; National Archive in Washington, D.C., USA; Bavarian collection of prints in Munich, Germany; Bibliotheca Alexandria, Egypt; DAI Nippon Printing in Tokyo, Japan; National Library in Leipzig, Germany; National Archive in London, UK; J. Paul Getty-Museum in Los Angeles, USA; INTERPRINT in Arnsberg, Germany and USA; Museo Naval in Madrid, Spain; NASA in Houston, TX, USA; Pen- tagon in Washington, D.C., US; Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, Netherlands; Schattdecor in Thansau, Germany; Süddekor in Willich, Germany; The Topkapi Palace Museum in Istanbul, Turkey http://www.crusescanner.us/company/unique-selling-points/v
Who can benefit from our Cruse Scanner? How can you use our Cruse Scanner?
-artists -collectors -reproduce your art work at all sizes -galleries -registrars -digitizing source materials (textures/objects) -museums -art dealers for digital works -historical societies -architects -make use of the work in your sketchbook -archives -designers -scaling up prep drawings for larger, final -antique dealers -and many more! works
9 A Visual Comparison
Riverside Art’s in-house Cruse Scanner has the newest and most accurate optics/color profiles to date. In the following color patches, compare the accuracy of the old configuration with the new!
In the examples, you’ll notice a series of colored squares, some with circles in the center of them. The squares are a standardized set of colors that are used to determine how accuratly the scanner is reading them. When a color is not accurately read, in this example, it appears as a circle in the center of the square.
As you’ll notice there are significantly more inaccurate readings with the old configuration than the new.
What does all this mean for you? Well...
-the more accurate the scan, the less time we have to spend color correcting the file in PhotoShop, and printing proofs to compare to the original.
-with a more efficient workflow, productivity increases and you get a faster turn-around time.
10 OLD Configuration
NEW Configuration Fine Art Reproductions - Step By Step Process
Three Main Steps:
Digitization of Images…done one of two ways
1. Provided by Riverside Art, Ltd -Service is provided for a fee, and is based on the size of the original
2.Done by the artist with the following requirements -Image must be at least 250dpi at size, but no more than 600dpi -TIFF is the preferred file format, but PDF, JPG, EPS formats are acceptable -The file color space should be in Adobe RGB 1998 (files can be converted by Riverside if necessary) -Files are printed as-is. A labor charge will be assessed for needed adjustments above and beyond basic file manipulation or color adjustment.
Because the overall quality of a reproduction is ultimately limited by the quality of the image file, any custom- er-provided file must be reviewed prior to printing.
Proofing We will provide a printed proof on your chosen substrate(s) for approval. If you decline to review a printed proof, you will be responsible and charged for any technical time and/or materials, regardless of the outcome of the final print.
Because the reproductions are produced using the CMYK four-color printing process. This process has inherent limitations—especially when attempting to match florescent, metallic or iridescent paints—and can result in minor shifts in color.
* Riverside Art, Ltd reserves the right to limit the number of printed proofs made.
Printing…done one of two ways 1. All prints in an edition are printed at once.
2. Individual prints in edition printed on demand, as needed *This option might be less cost-effective, as there are discounts associated with volume printing.
12 Things to consider:
Substrate -What kind of substrate do you want your reproductions printed on? -What is appropriate for the original medium, e.g., printing a reproduction of a watercolor on watercolor paper, but not on canvas?
Size -How large or small do you want your reproductions to be? -Reproductions can scale your large paintings or drawings down to a more manageable size, for a wider audience. -Do you need some larger focal points for an exhibit that is comprised primarily of smaller works? -Depending on the original size and quality of the digital file, it may not be possible to enlarge smaller pieces beyond a certain size.
Edition Type (Do you want to edition your prints?) -Limited Edition: where you limit the numbers of prints made of each image. -Open Edition: where you allow an unlimited number of prints to be made. -Hand Embellished: where you draw or paint back onto the print for a hand finished look.
Edition Size -How many prints do you want in the edition? -Do you want multiple editions of the same image, each printed at a different size? Or printed on a different medium?
Presentation -How will your reproductions be presented? -Do you want a framed or matted sample?
Will you stretch your canvases yourself? -Will you need us to cut stretchers? -Did you know we carry a wide selection of standard sized stretchers in our Supplies department?
Additional / Optional Steps Offered by Riverside Art: framing matting shrink wrapping stretching canvas
*Please see the Framing section for more details.
13 Available Substrates:
Presentation Bond (Lexjet Premium Matte Paper 46#) -excellent color density -bridges the gap between presentation bonds and photo papers -ideal for high-impact graphics -water resistant -a great economic option
Canvas (Lexjet Sunset Select Matte Canvas) -water-resistant poly-cotton blend canvas with an unsurpassed white point -new pH neutral, acid-free inkjet coating allows for greater consistency from print to print -can be stretched, mounted, or framed
Fine Art Paper (Lexjet Sunset Cotton Etching Paper) -285 gsm -The slightly textured surface resembles the papers used with traditional printmaking presses. -The special matte coating supports detail, rich blacks, and exceptional color reproduction. -The base paper is a combination of 25% cotton linters and 75% alpha cellulose (high-grade, acid-free/ lignin-free wood pulp).
Satin Photo Paper (Lexjet Sunset Satin Photo Paper) -Slightly textured, satin (or luster) surface is like the E-surface papers that were poplular in darkroom printing -a heavier, more substantial photo paper that doesn’t show finger prints or reflect glare like glossy papers -instant dry coating -excellent ink retention characteristics and exceptional color gamut
14 THERE IS A TWO SQUARE FOOT LEXJET MINIMUM ON ALL ORDERS. Premium Matte Paper
You may count multiples of the same List Price = $12 per square foot (ft2) image, or combine different images to fill the minimum square footage. Volume Discounts
3-9 ft2 10-19 ft2 20+ ft2 Calculating Square Footage $9.84 $8.04 $6.96 1. Height (inches) x W (inches) = Square Inches 2. Square inches ÷ 144 = Square Feet
Things To Consider... LEXJET Sunset Select Satin Photo Paper -How much of a white border do you want around your List Price = $17 per square foot (ft2) image, if any? (Please add this dimension to your measurements) Volume Discounts -If you are printing a canvas with colored or mirrored edges, you also need to consider what kind of stretcher 3-9 ft2 10-19 ft2 20+ ft2 bars you want, to ensure there is enough printed $13.94 $11.39 $9.86 material to wrap around the bars. (Please add 3” total for medium bars, 5” for large, and 6” for gallery when calculating square footage) *see next page for more canvas info
LEXJET Square Foot Calculations Sunset Select Matte Canvas for Standard Sizes List Price = $19 per square foot (ft2) 8 x 10 0.60 sq ft 9 x 12 0.75 11 x 14 1.07 Volume Discounts 12 x 16 1.33 14 x 18 1.75 3-9 ft2 10-19 ft2 20+ ft2 16 x 20 2.22 $15.58 $12.73 $11.02 20 x 24 3.33 24 x 30 5.00 24 x 36 6.00 30 x 40 8.33 36 x 48 12.00 40 x 60 16.67 LEXJET Sunset Select Cotton Etching Paper
WHOLESALE PRICES ARE AVAILABLE List Price = $22.50 per square foot (ft2) FOR CUSTOMERS WITH A VALID SALES TAX REGISTRATION FROM EITHER Volume Discounts MASSACHUSETTS OR RHODE ISLAND. 3-9 ft2 10-19 ft2 20+ ft2 These prices are current as of March 2015, and are subject to change. $18.45 $15.08 $13.05
15 Medium Stretcher Bar Standard Stretching -Intended to be put into a frame 1/2” 1 5/8” -Canvas is stapled on the sides -Staples remain visible
Large Stretcher Bar
1” 2 3/16”
Gallery Gallery Wrap Stretcher Bar -The canvas is wrapped around the bar and stapled on the back of the stretchers so the staples are not visible -Can be displayed without a frame 1 1/8”
2”
Canvas Edge Options:
1. Leave white (for standard or gallery wrap) 2. Print with solid color (gallery wrap) 3. Wrap image around the edge (gallery wrap) 4. Mirror the image around the edge (gallery wrap)
« for a mirrored edge, notice how part of the image is flipped to connect at the corner.
16 Hours of Operation
Monday - Friday 9:30am - 6:00pm
Saturday 9:00am - 5:00pm Art Suppplies
Discounts
The Creative License Program entitles you to a 10% discount on all qualifying purchases. This is in addition to our already low discounted prices and seasonal sales. And it’s FREE! If you have a card already, besure to mention it. Even if you don’t have it on you, we can look it up!
Canvas Our canvases are always 40% off the suggested retail price and qualify for an additional discount through the Creative License Program. Available in: -cotton duck or linen -standard and gallery wrapped edges -standard and deep stretcher bars -sizes range from 4”x6” to 48” x 60”
Sets Art material sets are always priced lower than the suggested retail price and even qualify for an additional discount through the Creative License Program.
* Other discounts vary from season to season, based on special offers from distributors.
Selection In addition to the regular items you would expect us to carry, we also stock many specialty items!
Copic Markers M. Graham & Co. Paints (Riverside Art is the largest supplier in Southern New England!!) Regularly Stocking: oil, watercolor, acrylic, and gouache One Shot Sign Painter’s Enamel Encaustic paints Water-soluble Oil Paints Alkyd Paints Testors Model Enamel Bronzing powder An extensive supply of airbrushes and accessories Basswood model-building strip wood Architectural model building supplies Letraset rub-on letters Gilding supplies Silver leaf Copper, Aluminum, Gold composite leaf 23 karat Gold leaf (available in Patent, Glass, and Surface)
We are able to special order merchandise not already in stock. Arrival time for special orders depends upon the distributor, so please allow a two week window.
We are also open to any suggestions regarding items that you think we should regularly stock!
18 Hours of Operation
Monday - Friday 9:30am - 6:00pm
Saturday 9:00am - 5:00pm The Mariette Gallery
Gifts We know you’re busy, and sometimes you just don’t have time to make that handmade gift. But just because you didn’t make it, it doesnt mean that gift has to be a mass-produced item from a big-box store. Riverside Art’s Mariette Gallery has a wide variety of handmade items by artisans from around the country and from within your community! From a selection of pottery, blown glass, turned wood, and handcrafted jewelry (just to name a few), we are certain you’ll find something unique and memorable.
Gallery Due to the limited wall space of our gallery, we are unable to take on consignment work from most artists. The work you see on the walls was made by current or past employees of Riverside Art as way to show you what the staff is up to when they are not at Riverside.
Community However, we still try to find ways to help support our customers and our extended arts community. Riverside Art has a large customer base that ranges from students to artists to collectors, and everyone inbetween. We hope that this page will help foster new relationships among our different customers, which otherwise may not have met. To that end, our redesigned website has an expanded community section where the following sections are listed:
Classes Individuals and organizations may list any classes offered here.
Artists For Hire Our customers are often in search of an artist who can do a custom piece for a special gift. Let us know what you do! Portraiture (people, pets), Landscape (with houses, boats), Calligraphy, Sign Painting, etc.
Local Art Organizations List your organization and help build your creative community! There are many people who are looking to get involved with the arts and often want to join a local art association or group. Here is a chance to expand your membership and audience!
We get asked about these things all the time and we always point to this page on our site first. Email us if you’d like to list your class, available services, or arts organization. [email protected]
20 1600 Grand Army Hwy. (Rte . 6), Somerset, MA 02627 (508) 672-6735 www.riversideart.com