handmade paper print info

We start with Intriguing Papers...

ARCHITECTS VELLUM - Our architects vellum is of the highest quality. The paper is semi translucent and holds a black and white print beautifully.  After printing we wet the back of the paper to induce mild curling and a uneven texture.  We only print black and white prints on the vellum and only offer these as prints alone or in a shadowbox with clip embellishment.  Because of the translucent nature of this product it is not suitable for placement in an acrylic enclosure.
Our favorite images on this paper: Flora, Skeleton Keys, From the Garden

NEPALESE HANDMADE PAPER - This paper continues to be the favorite for those seeking the most unique "old world" look.  Each sheet differs slightly in weight, color, and squareness ensuring that no two pieces are the same.  We print color, black and white, and toned prints on this paper with outstanding results.  Finished prints on this paper look great in either the shadowbox or acrylic enclosure.
Our favorite images on this paper: Feathers, Natural Forms, Vegetables

ENGLISH WATERCOLOR PAPER - Although not a true handmade paper, we treat it as such because of its hefty presence, texture and beauitfully water-deckled edges.  This bright white paper is perfect for those trying to bridge the gap between traditional and modern and works great for a lighter, brighter feel.
Our favorite images on this paper: From the Sea, Butterflies  
 



SHADOWBOXES  

We can enclose your favorite handmade paper print in a finely crafted shadowbox.  Each Shadowbox is made from archival materials featuring wood frame, acid free liner, and image clear acrylic.  Our standard combinations are:


"BLACK ON WHITE" (black frame/white liner) - This is our most popular and most versatile combination.  Works well with all paper types and in various decor styles.

"WHITE ON WHITE"- (white frame/white liner) - crisp and clean come to mind with this modern combination.  Perfect for that modern interior or beachside cottage. This is the prefered shadowbox combination when using English watercolor paper.

"BLACK ON BLACK" (black frame/black liner - Bold. Bold. Bold.  This shadowbox is perfect for those wanting to make a dramatic statement.  Any print placed in the black on black shadowbox jumps off the wall.

"WALNUT ON WHITE" (walnut frame/white liner) - Our walnut wood frame plays nicely with a myriad of furniture finishes and is great in traditional and transitional environments.  We love sepia toning our prints and the "walnut on white" combination suits those prints perfectly.

 


ACRYLIC ENCLOSURES

Our acrylic enclosures let our print stand front and center with minimal interference between art and viewer.  Each  flame polished enclosure features two pieces of 3/8" crystal clear acrylic bound by decorative nickel capnut fasteners.  Hanger is concealed on back piece of acrylic and each piece requires only a single screw to hang.
Note that small acrylic enclosures feature four fasteners and medium enclosures have six fasteners.