Definition: a printmaking method using a
specialized ink-jet printer for photographic images of paintings to
produce high-quality reproductions; also written giclee
Example: In giclee, the ink is sprayed on to your choice of media
in millions of colors utilizing continuous tone technology, retaining all
the fine detail of the original.
Etymology: French `sprayed ink'
These giclees are created with Epson 9600 printers and use only the
highest quality inks and canvas to produce them. In addition, the
original works that are made in to giclees are professionally photographed
($40k camera) with a company that specializes in photographing works and
creating giclees. The artist then does the printing in their studio and
hand signs each one.