ARTWORK CAPTURE

HAVE ORIGINAL ARTWORK? START HERE.

Bring us the original. We’ll photograph it in our Scottsdale studio and create the high-resolution reproduction file used for prints, proofs, editions, and future reorders.

Illustration of a studio artwork capture setup with a rear-facing medium-format camera on a tripod, two studio lights, and framed artwork.
01 · How Artwork Capture Works

From Original Artwork To A Print-Ready File.

Capture is by appointment. Here’s what happens from drop-off through your finished high-resolution file.

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Editorial illustration of original artwork prepared for a scheduled studio drop-off.

Schedule & Bring It In

Most artwork is left with us for a day or a few days. Timing depends on the number of pieces.

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Editorial illustration of original artwork photographed with controlled studio lighting and a camera.

We Photograph It

Lighting and camera setup are adjusted for the artwork, surface, texture, and reflective qualities.

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Editorial illustration of the captured artwork being cropped, cleaned, and color-managed on screen.

We Prepare The File

Cropping and basic cleanup are included so the image is ready for proofing and fine art printing.

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Editorial illustration of the finished reproduction file delivered for future printing.

You Get The Finished File

The final high-resolution image is yours to use. No separate full-resolution-file fee.

Before Your Appointment

A Couple Things To Know.

VALUABLE ARTWORK
If the artwork can’t be left with us

Tell us when scheduling. We can reserve capture time so the artwork does not need to remain at the studio.

EXTRA RETOUCHING
Basic cleanup is included

Smudges, embedded dust, damage, restoration, or other significant Photoshop work is billed at $150/hour.

02 · Capture Pricing

Artwork Capture Services

Pricing is based on the longest physical dimension of each original. Quantity rates apply when multiple originals of the same physical size are captured in the same order.

Artwork SizeSingle PieceQty 2Qty 4Qty 6Qty 8Qty 10+
Up to 24" × 24"$80$70$65$60$55$50
Up to 36" × 36"$95$80$75$70$65$60
Up to 48" × 48"$125$105$100$95$90$80
Up to 60" × 60"$175$150$140$130$120$110
Over 60" × 60"Custom Quote Only
Included In CapturePhotography, cropping, basic cleanup, proof-ready preparation, and the final high-resolution image.
Same-Size Quantity PricingCapture multiple originals at the same physical size in one order and the per-piece rate drops at the quantity tiers shown above.
Extensive CleanupAdditional Photoshop retouching beyond basic cleanup is $150/hour.
03 · What You Receive

The Reproduction File Is Yours.

The completed high-resolution image is prepared for proofing, printing, editions, archiving, and future orders.

CAPTURE INCLUDES

Ready For The Next Step.

  • Professional studio photography
  • Cropping and basic image cleanup
  • Preparation for proofing and fine art printing
  • Final high-resolution image for your use
NO IMAGE RELEASE FEE

Your Full-Resolution File Is Included.

Once the capture is complete, we provide the finished high-resolution image. You do not pay an additional fee to receive the full-resolution file.

04 · Quick Answers

Before You Bring In The Artwork

Do I need an appointment?Yes. Artwork photography is scheduled by appointment so we can plan the studio time and setup.
How long do you keep the artwork?Usually a day or a few days, depending on the number of pieces and the work required.
What if I do not want to leave valuable artwork?Tell us when scheduling. We can reserve capture time so the artwork does not need to remain with us.
What cleanup is included?Cropping and basic cleanup are included. Extensive retouching or restoration is billed at $150/hour.
READY TO SCHEDULE?

Schedule Artwork Capture.

Call us with the size and number of pieces. We’ll tell you what to bring and how long we expect to need the artwork.