scanning and photography

If you wish to make prints of an original artwork, you will need the best image file possible. To achieve this we can scan up to A3 size. For images larger than A3 we use high resolution camera reproduction.

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file preparation

We offer three types of file preparation:

Basic file setup: includes resizing, cropping, straightening and rotating.

Advanced file setup: includes file clean up, digital flaws, file enlargement.

Digital restoration: includes digital restoration of artwork

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Supplying your files:

You can supply your files via the following: CD, DVD, USB, Google Workspace, Dropbox.

File formats:

We can accept TIFF, PSD and JPEG file formats.

Colour modes:

Adobe RGB is the preferred file format. We are happy to take CMYK but we are unable to guarantee accurate colour reproduction.

fine art papers

We stock a range of museum-grade fine art papers from Hahnemuhle and Ilford to Epson. Our premium papers are world famous for their archival qualities.

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Test prints

A4 test prints

There are two types of A4 prints depending on requirements.

Print the whole image: print the whole image is scaled down and printed onto an A4 Sheet with ghost test ( TEST PRINT) onto the image.

Print a cropped section: print a section of your image at 100% onto an A4 sheet.

Both of these test prints are useful for checking colour, resolution and size

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Roll proof strips

A proof option for large scale prints ( over A2 in size) allows you to test a section of an image at 100% ( intended print size) A roll proof strip is approximately a strip 609. X 203 mm strip

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paper swatches and sample sets

If you wish to test different types of papers, we can provide print swatches at A7 size. If you wish to look at different paper types we can supply a sample set of papers.

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fine art printing

We use wide format printers (maximum width 610mm) with archival inks.

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finishing services

Attention to detail in our finishing processes, are big part of our work ethos. We offer a range of finishing services depending on your requirements.

Print packaging: (added to print orders) We can provide backing boards, cellophane wrap, and tubes.

Certificates of Authenticity (COA): we print standard A7 size certificates of authenticity with your print details on a paper stock of your choice.

Protective Spray: All canvas prints are sprayed with an archival UV protective spray. This spray seals the print service to resist dirt, fingerprints and fading from exposure and moisture.

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lead times

Print orders are produced in the order in which quotations are confirmed.

Printing: (including test prints) 3-7 business days For orders over 10 prints allow an 2-5 days.

File setup + retouching: add +1 day day to printing turn around.

Packaging: (large orders only) add +1 to printing turnaround time.

Artwork reproduction: 5-14 business days. The size and complexity of your job is the determining factor. We can provide an ETA once we know the size of your job. Your artwork needs to remain on-site for the duration.

Scanning and photography: 1-2 days

mount board and cellophane wrapping

We will back your prints with mount board and wrap in cellophane ready for retail sales

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packaging

We will back your fine art prints with board and wrap ready for postage. Alternatively we can provide postal tubes.

digital restoration

Traditional conservation and restoration involves the application of material to the object such as a piece of art to prevent it from deteriorating any further, this may mean returning the object to its original state. Digital conservation and restoration on the other hand does not involve changing the original piece of work at all, consequently no physical applications are applied to the object. Any changes or interventions take place in the digital space.

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Below is an example of digital restoration done by Flight of Imagination Ltd, of Waipiro Bay, by Hawkes Bay artist J.A Milne 1908

Original condition of Waipiro Bay Hawkes Bay by artist J.A Milne 1908

Digital restoration of Waipiro Bay Hawkes Bay by artist J.A Milne 1908

Area damaged due to exposure to heat and smoke.

Area fixed through digital restoration.

what we do

Our services include:

first class image reproduction of original fine art.

a quality printing process with industry standard wide format printers, and high-grade paper stock.

back your giclee prints with mount board or foam board and wrap with clear cellophane, ready for retail or framing

digital restoration of damaged original paintings and art work

canvas printing up to A1 size.

who we work with

Flight of Imagination is a gallery quality image reproduction, printing, and digital restoration service for New Zealand artists and photographers, and galleries.

Based in Onekawa, Napier, we work with clients both locally and nationally.

how we're unique

Flight of Imagination is a small company providing a personalised approach to artists photographers and galleries with highly specialised printing and digital reproduction requirements.

We have extensive experience and expertise in the fine arts, photography printing, and image reproduction processes.