These limited-edition prints push the limits of
today's finest materials and equipment (see Technical Details for a sample of the actual image quality). I
produce my prints using a variety of technologies, including
traditional "C" prints, Chromira, LightJet and ink jet (with pigment ink). As other
technologies become available, I may use them, also.
There are certain advantages to each; I use what works best for particular
images or sizes. All technologies I use produce stunning results and are
of "archival" quality. The baseline I use for image stability is
the "C" print, which is rated at something on the order of 80
years, under normal display conditions, before noticeable discoloration
may occur. Other technologies that I use match or exceed that. Keep in mind
that, as with many other types of fine art, no photographs should be exposed to
direct sunlight.
I print my images with a border, part of which
appears inside the hole in the mat, so that
the actual edges of the printed image are visible (as opposed to
cropping the image with the mat, with an undetermined amount of the image extending under
the mat). This eliminates any doubt over exactly where I
decided to crop the edges, which is a key artistic determination. Precise cropping is extremely important to
the overall composition of the image; it gives me control over the
relationships between image elements and the edges.
Matted prints are available either framed or unframed.
The standard frames are simulated in the illustrations above. The
frame for most images is a classic off-white aluminum
extrusion; the front edge is approximately 5/16" wide and the frame
is 1 3/8" deep. The frame for the
23" X 29" images is natural maple (or similar light-colored
wood), approximately 3/4" thick and 2" deep. Acrylic is used in place of
glass, so as not to alter the color of the image (most shippers do not
accept glass). Custom frames and
glazing (glass or UV-blocking acrylic) are available; inquire for details. Images are double-matted with white 4-ply archival
board, and are dry mounted to another sheet of the same high-quality board.
Mats are titled, numbered, signed and dated in pencil, below the image.
All prints, framed or unframed, are backed by a sheet of foam core with a
signature plate.
Editions of all images are limited to 750, total of all
sizes of signed prints. At the bottom of each image page (with the dark
background), you will find a link to "Size/Pricing Information" When you click on that link, a chart will appear. Because of the various
proportions and orientation (vertical or horizontal) of the images, each
image has its own corresponding chart. Once you select the size/ price
that you want, click on Order Form.
Simply fill in the form and mail it in.
Note that the prices
shown apply to
the first 500 signed prints sold of a given image. After that, the price will be increased. You will be
notified if a "non-standard" price is in effect for a given image before your
order is completed.
A nominal charge for
packing, domestic
shipping and insurance by UPS will be added to the price of the image, as shown
in the Size/Pricing Information chart. For custom sizes or for shipment to other countries,
costs for shipping, handling and insurance will be passed along directly to the purchaser.
Because each print is custom-prepared to order,
please allow four to six weeks for delivery. Full payment is required in advance by check (payable to "Ken Schory").
To order a
brochure: Please
click below to request a free copy of a brochure containing 16 images:
each image represents over 40 years of photographic experience and a substantial investment in equipment, travel, time and energy