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Post by commandax on Jun 28, 2009 13:43:35 GMT -8
From Jaski Art Gallery: "In cooperation with the artist, Jaski Art Gallery has published a new print by Chris Berens, titled 'The Kiss (It all comes down to this)'. It is a giclee print with an edition of only 45. Brad Keech of Pressure Printing in Denver (US), widely acknowledged as one of the leading art printers in the world, is responsible for the creation of this unique print. One of the remarkable details on the print is that Berens' version of the logo of the city of Amsterdam is embossed on the bottom side. 'The Kiss (It all comes down to this)' measures 54 by 54 centimeters and can be purchased exclusively at Jaski Art Gallery for € 650 without frame. Frame included, the price of this work is € 800." At 54x54cm, this print is actually significantly larger than the 36x36 cm original.  |
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Post by svenman on Jun 28, 2009 14:15:15 GMT -8
that looks pretty special.
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Post by muschelschubser on Jun 29, 2009 12:59:10 GMT -8
That looks really awesome. I wonder however, of a print can capture the unique painting style by Chris?
Can somebody comment on that who owns a print?
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Post by ill on Jun 29, 2009 13:25:05 GMT -8
That looks really awesome. I wonder however, of a print can capture the unique painting style by Chris? Can somebody comment on that who owns a print? I have the Heaven on Their Minds print and it looks superb. Given who printed these, I suspect this may look even better. You definitely lose something from the originals, but no print is going to capture the texture of an actual painting. The big thing is just that that finish that you get between the medium Chris uses and the ink is pretty hard to replicate the exact look in a print. |
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Post by commandax on Jun 29, 2009 13:33:55 GMT -8
The prints are different, but they are gorgeous nonetheless. The collage aspect becomes quite subdued, and with the matte surface as opposed to the slight sheen of the ink-and-varnish finish of the originals, the prints feel very rich and deep.
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Post by ill on Jun 29, 2009 14:14:30 GMT -8
The prints are different, but they are gorgeous nonetheless. The collage aspect becomes quite subdued, and with the matte surface as opposed to the slight sheen of the ink-and-varnish finish of the originals, the prints feel very rich and deep. As usual, you manage to say basically what I was trying to say, but more eloquently. That pretty much nails it. |
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Post by muschelschubser on Jul 4, 2009 12:22:58 GMT -8
The prints are different, but they are gorgeous nonetheless. The collage aspect becomes quite subdued, and with the matte surface as opposed to the slight sheen of the ink-and-varnish finish of the originals, the prints feel very rich and deep. As usual, you manage to say basically what I was trying to say, but more eloquently. That pretty much nails it. Thank you guys for the info! Really have to think about it, looks so beautiful! |
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Post by droow2 on Jul 9, 2009 13:48:26 GMT -8
Anyone seen this yet? I told myself not to buy anymore prints....but.....
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Post by ill on Aug 11, 2009 20:44:48 GMT -8
For anyone on the fence, this thing is gorgeous. Any apparent flaws in the print are due to my shoddy photography skills and not the item itself. The color has a ton of depth and a multitude of blue hues that the washed out photo really fails to convey. The print itself is in the middle of a very heavy sheet of paper with deckled edges and an embossed logo below the picture. Overall another stunning print job by pressure printing, and a really touching piece of artwork by Chris.   |
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Post by richardtharbaugh on Aug 11, 2009 22:51:14 GMT -8
Beautiful image... Why in the world did they print it larger than the original?
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Post by ill on Aug 12, 2009 4:12:27 GMT -8
Beautiful image... Why in the world did they print it larger than the original? Hard to say, but that would hardly be the first time that's been done. Most of that is in the border though. The image itself is only about 10% bigger at just under 16 inches along a side. |
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Post by lowpro on Aug 15, 2009 9:17:07 GMT -8
Thanks for the images, ill.
I have been in love with this piece since day one and have been on the fence about purchasing one, as my walls are simply too overcrowded as is. So, as I little workaround, I've come to the conclusion I will pick one of these up for my Mom for Christmas. The title and concept is all to fitting, as I know Chris based this piece around his father's passing last year, and the imagery can be loved by all. Plus, she's been getting more and more intrigued with art as she sees my collection when she comes to visit and this is the perfect way to foster that love and appreciation...which I know she has, but is too shy to take that leap of faith and purchase something she likes.
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Post by brobt on Aug 15, 2009 11:15:55 GMT -8
Thanks for the images, ill. I've come to the conclusion I will pick one of these up for my Mom for Christmas. The title and concept is all to fitting, as I know Chris based this piece around his father's passing last year, and the imagery can be loved by all. Plus, she's been getting more and more intrigued with art as she sees my collection when she comes to visit and this is the perfect way to foster that love and appreciation...which I know she has, but is too shy to take that leap of faith and purchase something she likes. My Mother in Law is a huge fan now of this Art, and her house is now the place were my prints go to when there is no space at home. She currently has an Eric White, Lola, Martin Wittfooth, and Bansky print up. I think Sorren is probably her favorite though. I think She is probably eyeballing something else to put up. I recommend moving some of your extra stuff to your mom's place. |
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