ArtScan works with artists directly in making reproductions of art on fine art watercolor papers and canvas. We scan or photograph the art to match the original colors. Accurate color archival giclee printing. Editions printed. Pre-press services and art book consulting.
Digital file preparation for jury, web or email.
Original art up to 17x22. Digital or film photography.
Keywords: Art, Artist, Giclee, Fine Art, Copy, Print, Watercolor, Canvas, Reproduction, Edition, Scan, Photography, Artwork, Art Print, Large Art, Digital Photo, Color, Art Book, Gallery, Consultant, Photo, Priniting, Printer, Archival
Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
19 years. We started in 1993 as Digital Photo Imaging- the first digital imaging service in Bellingham, WA and moved into our studio downtown in 1995.
What is your primary product or service?
Color scanning, art reproduction as fine art archival giclee prints, Digital and film photography, Digital file preparation for artist shows and jury. Digital color consulting for printing project and art books.
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
I am an avid natural landscape photographer. I worked in the best photo labs in Seattle, Prolab and Ivey Imaging as a mural printer and at color matching. With a film and darkroom background I got into the digital revolution and bought a drum scanner to scan my 35mm and 4x5 transparencies. We moved into archival printing in 2005 when the first excellent digital prints could be made in house without a darkroom. We strive to make the best possible prints for artists and photographers.
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
We are trusted by the northwest regional art industry (museums, galleries, printers) as well as the finest artists in the Bellingham area to consistently match the original's color and look. Color matching in archival edition giclee prints. Digital file prep for jury-Zapp or web-email. Consulting for art books.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
1
Provide detailed directions to your location
ArtScan is located in Downtown Bellingham, WA. Old town district on the SW corner of Bay and Holly Street in the Bay Street Village,
301 W. Holly St. upstairs in Suite U9.
We are directly above the Blue Horse Gallery and Studio UFO.
What type of payments do you accept?
Cash, Check, Visa, MC
Which areas do you service?
Bellingham, Vancouver, Seattle, Whatcom, Skagit, San Juan and Island counties
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
Brett Baunton (photography) and Denise Snyder (sculpture) - two Bellingham artists
What are your hours of operation?
Monday - Thursday 9-5 as of July 2011 by appointment only for new customers.
What is the best compliment anyone can give you?
Thank you for making my work look so professional.