BUYING FINE ART PRINTS

Buying limited edition fine art prints can be an inspiring experience. However, from sizing and print mediums to the mood and emotion each piece evokes, there is a lot to consider. This can make the experience a bit overwhelming. Don’t worry! I am here to help.

This page exists to give you some information and if you find the need to reach out, don’t hesitate. Just ping me at rakeshmrphoto@gmail.com and we can talk.

ABOUT YOUR PURCHASE

  • Every limited edition print comes with a Certificate of Authenticity

  • All orders are processed securely

  • All prints ship free in United States. Contact me if you need the prints shipped outside of US. Reasonable rates are offered for international shipping

  • The print enters production once I receive your order

    • It takes about 2-3 weeks for the print to happen

    • Once the prints are ready, it is shipped within 2 days and includes a tracking number

    • The Certificate Of Authenticity is mailed separately from the print and requires your signature on arrival

  • No hidden fees or charges. The price you see on the website are the prices you pay (except for international shipping)

FINE ART PAPER PRINTS

Fine art papers are textured archival quality material. The most often used papers are Canson Baryta Prestige II and Hahnemühle, depending on the subject and mood of the photograph.

SILVER GELATIN PRINTS

Silver gelatin (silver halide) was once the gold standard for black & white photography. Thanks to modern advancements we can once again produce exquisite prints on either fiber-based or premium resin-coated paper. The print is made using a photographic laser printer to expose light-sensitive Ilford silver gelatin paper. This process requires multiple proof prints and many iterations to get the final state.

This medium is reserved for select photographs that are especially suited to silver gelatin printing and are offered as exclusive “Edition of 3” or “Edition of 1” prints, depending on the size. Each image will indicate whether its is available or sold out. If available, please reach out directly since these prints require a close collaboration.

PLATINUM PALLADIUM PRINTS

Platinum-palladium printing is one of the oldest and most revered photographic techniques, predating even silver gelatin. Known for its unmatched tonal depth, subtle texture, this process produces prints with a truly distinctive and timeless quality. Each piece is printed on Arches Platine 310 gsm paper, a cotton rag paper specifically crafted for this medium.

Not every image is suited to platinum-palladium, but for those that are, it is offered as an exclusive “Edition of 3” or “Edition of 1”, depending on the size. The process is intricate and labor-intensive, more so than silver gelatin and thus is reserved for select works.