As a visual artist it’s all about the details from the planning to the execution of my paintings. Signing the piece signifies its completion, however, other important steps include: documenting/photographing, varnishing, framing considerations, marketing/promoting, exhibiting, selling and delivering.

However, another big consideration is printing. Since the digital and social media world began I now rarely make portfolio prints of my work, however, on occasion I make limited edition prints. Of the close to 2100 pieces I’ve created so far in my career I only have 14 canvas (“giclée”) and 26 paper prints. 6 of those images are available in both canvas and paper while 7 of the prints are for charity: Van Ginkel Prints

Being a sole proprietor entrepreneur I work alone, however, I do hire others to build my canvasses, frame and ship my paintings and print promotional material. 

After the painting has been accurately digitally copied, it’s crucial to have a printer who can capture the details and subtleties of the original painting. It’s extremely important the colours are printed as close to the original as possible. Ultimately nothing is more important.

I highly recommended the Royce Howland Print Studio for capturing (photographing) original art and making extremely high quality prints. I just got two 60 X 40″ giclée prints made and they are excellent, the very best I’ve ever had done. I had a very tight deadline and despite not even being settled into his new print studio, Royce delivered in a very impressive way. 

I’m a loyal customer with those I hire primarily because there is quality, professionalism and trust in place. Royce has all this in abundance and is extremely picky and particular about his work so we understand each other and “speak the same language.”

I encourage you to take the time to check out Royce Howland Print Studio and hire Royce, I guarantee you won’t be disappointed.

Artist Paul Van Ginkel