Title:
A Quickie Art Primer

Word Count:
242

Summary:
Learn the difference between Multiple Originals, Original Prints and Reproductive Prints and become an informed art buyer.


Keywords:
fine art,Multiple Originals, Original Prints, Reproductive Prints


Article Body:
Most collectors understand and feel knowledgeable when speaking of singular original works of art — paintings, pencil drawings, pen and inks, acrylics, watercolors, etc. Here the artist has created one work of art with his own hand. The surface might be paper or canvas or even masonite.

A bit more complicated are Multiple Originals...commonly called Original Prints. Traditionally, the artist creates a master image for the purpose of making a small number of prints that he will sign and number. The master image might be created upon a block, stone, plate or screen — any of which assists in conveying the image to the print surface. See our http://www.blogger.com/profile/02092719974026160571