1. What is a “Giclée” Art Print?
Giclée , commonly pronounced “jhee-clay,” is a an archival, museum grade, fine art print on canvas or fine art paper using ink-jet and digital methods. Unlike a standard print that is mass produced, a giclee print is made one at a time using the same pigmented inks found in original paintings. Giclee prints react to light the same way an original painting would and are proven to last up to 100 years without any noticeable change.
2. What is a Fine Art Print?
Our fine art prints are giclee prints printed on museum grade paper. We only use museum grade paper that is crafted to the highest archival standards so we achieve maximum density, maximum gamut, and maximum tonal range. All prints are personally inspected by Jalai Lama before shipping to insure color accuracy and print quality.
3. How is the artwork shipped?
Artwork is tightly secured and safely rolled into res-usable heavy duty eco friendly tubes that are virtually indestructible. Rolled artwork is much easier, safer and cheaper to ship than mounted or framed artwork. We absolutely love knowing that our products are arriving safe, damage free, and ready for you to enjoy for years upon years to come!
4. How long will my order take to arrive?
Depending on the size of your order and stock availability it may take up to 3-14 days. Allocated time is essential for canvas giclee prints as they require special attention from the artist to inspect and finalize.
If you have any questions about your order, please contact us and we will respond shortly.
5. What is a Limited Edition Print?
When you buy a Limited Edition Print, you are investing in a rare and extremely collectible piece of artwork. Limited Edition Prints are a set number of prints that will created in a specific size and medium.
Each print is hand signed and numbered. For example if an art print is labeled 1/100 that means the art print is the first of one hundred prints in that size and medium. As time passes, the value of limited edition prints rise dramatically as they sell out and become less available.
6. What is an Artist Proof?
An artist proof is an extremely rare print and is not included in the count of a limited edition set. This factor alone makes them even more valuable than a limited edition print. To retain the valuable worth of these select artworks we only offer 5 artist proofs, per artwork. Please contact the artist directly for artist proof inquiries.
7. Does the artist hand sign the canvas and fine art prints?
Yes. Both canvas and fine art prints are hand signed by the artist using a signature tip, archival ink writing tool.
8. Am I allowed to share a piece of the artwork on my website?
Yes. If you provide the proper credit “Artwork by Jalai Lama” and the link www.awakeningvisions.com The copyright must also remain intact. Cropping or modifying the image in any way is strictly prohibited. Failure to abide by these laws can result in legal issues. We truly value and appreciate your cooperation in regards to preserving the integrity of the artists work. Thank you.
9. Can I use a piece of artwork to advertise my company, website, or internet marketing campaign?
Not without permission first. Please contact us first to discuss the intended use of any artworks. Thank you.
10. Can I crop the image or remove the copyright?
No. All artworks are copyrighted by the artist to protect the artwork from any unauthorized use. The copyright must remain intact so proper credit is given to the artist. Cropping or modifying the image in any way is strictly prohibited. Failure to abide by these laws can result in legal issues. We truly value and appreciate your cooperation in regards to preserving the integrity of the artists work. Thank you.
11. Is the copyright logo removed after the artwork is purchased?
Yes. The copyright symbol is removed when the artwork is purchased. All fine art paper and canvas prints will be hand signed by the artist in the bottom right corner of each artwork.
12. What is Metallic Paper?
It has a striking mirror like effect that usually is described as “Chrome on Paper.” This metallic paper has opened up a whole new dimension for professionals seeking distinctive output that stands out from the rest. Using a proprietary combination of film laminate layers it produces intense black density levels and ultra rich color gamuts unlike any other paper we’ve tested.
13. May I share, post or use a piece of artwork for my profile image on social networks such as myspace and facebook?
Yes. However, the copyright must remain intact so proper credit is given to the artist. Cropping or modifying the image in any way is strictly prohibited. Failure to abide by these laws can result in legal issues. We truly value and appreciate your cooperation in preserving the integrity of the artists work. Thank you.
14. Does Jalai Lama have Artist Proofs available as well?
Yes. We currently do have artist proofs available. If you are interested in acquiring an artist proof of a particular artwork, please contact us and we will respond with pricing and availability shortly. Thank you.
15. How does Jalai Lama create his Digital Art?
Jalai Lama’s creative process is always changing as his techniques are continually evolving. Sometimes he will arrive at his point of completion in as little as 2 hours however some of his master works have thousands of hours invested. As you can imagine going into detail about his various creative methods would be quite lengthy.
16. What is Sacred Geometry ?
In nature, we find patterns, designs and structures from the most minuscule particles, to expressions of life discernible by human eyes, to the greater cosmos. These inevitably follow geometrical archetypes, which reveal to us the nature of each form and its vibrational resonances. They are also symbolic of the underlying metaphysical principle of the inseparable relationship of the part to the whole. It is this principle of oneness underlying all geometry that permeates the architecture of all form in its myriad diversity. This principle of interconnectedness, inseparability and union provides us with a continuous reminder of our relationship to the whole, a blueprint for the mind to the sacred foundation of all things created. ~ (sacred-geometry.com)
17. What is a Mandala?
Maṇḍala (मण्डल) is a Sanskrit word that means “circle”. In the Hindu and Buddhist religious traditions their sacred art often takes a mandala form. In various spiritual traditions, mandalas may be employed for focusing attention of aspirants and adepts, as a spiritual teaching tool, for establishing a sacred space, and as an aid to meditation and trance induction. According to the psychologist David Fontana, its symbolic nature can help one “to access progressively deeper levels of the unconscious, ultimately assisting the meditator to experience a mystical sense of oneness with the ultimate unity from which the cosmos in all its manifold forms arises.” In common use, mandala has become a generic term for any plan, chart or geometric pattern that represents the cosmos metaphysically or symbolically, a microcosm of the Universe from the human perspective. – en.wikipedia.org
