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Question: Glossary of Art Terms
Answer: Gallery wrap; a method of stretching an artist's canvas so that the canvas wraps around the sides (Stretcher Bar or strainer bars) and is secured to the back of the wooden frame. The result is the hardware (staples or tacks) used for securing the canvas is not visible on the sides. This method of stretching and preparing a canvas allows for a frameless presentation of the finished artwork.
Giclee (jhee-clay); derived from the French word "gicleur", which means "spray of ink". A Giclee is a fine art print utilizing computers and high-end printers. Giclees are the highest quality reproductions being made today and are the closest thing you can get to an original. The giclee process begins with a detailed scan of the original artwork. Then, using state-of-the-art printers, millions of droplets of ink per second are sprayed onto archival paper or canvas. Supervising the process are highly trained technicians and professional colorist. While the giclee process is expensive the results are unparalleled.
Painting; a single work produced through the art of painting.
Poster; a bill or placard for posting often in a public place, especially one that is decorative or pictorial.
Print; (1) A copy made by printing, (2) A reproduction of an original work of art (as a painting) made by a photomechanical process.
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