Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Expert Fine Art Scanning and Giclee Printing Services
Since 1971, American Litho Color has been a leader in high-resolution fine art scanning and giclee printing, serving artists, galleries, and commercial clients nationwide. Our expertise in color match digitization and archival reproduction has established us as a trusted partner for preserving artistic integrity through advanced technology. We operate the largest Cruse scanner in the United States, enabling ultra-high-resolution scans up to 60" x 90" with 1:1 accuracy, eliminating light fall-off and lens flare issues common in photography. Our giclee printing process utilizes archival inks and materials rated for 150-year longevity, including acid-free papers and canvas with protective veneer coatings. With over 50 years of experience, we combine technical precision with artistic understanding to deliver museum-quality reproductions.Our team specializes in handling fragile originals through non-contact scanning methods, preserving brushstrokes and textures in 3D surface mapping. We maintain industry-leading color accuracy through SWOP standard proofs and multi-scan configurations for oversized originals. Commercial clients benefit from our large-format signage production using UV inks and durable laminates for indoor/outdoor applications. Our commitment to quality is evidenced by decades-long client relationships and testimonials from professional artists and galleries. We offer nationwide service with local Dallas operations, maintaining transparent communication throughout the production process.
Services
Fine Art Scanning
Giclee Printing
Drum Scanning
Backlit Displays
Archival Printing
Details
- Year established: 1971
Highlights and features
- 40+ years of specialized experience in fine art reproduction
- Owns largest Cruse scanner in the United States
- 1:1 resolution scanning with 1GB+ file capabilities
- SWOP standard color proofing included with every scan
- 150-year archival ink and material longevity guarantee
What people say
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Needle-point accuracy
Timely delivery
Color separation expertise
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Services
Fine Art Scanning
Our Cruse scanner captures 1:1 resolution up to 60" x 90" with 1GB+ file sizes. Non-contact technology preserves fragile originals while eliminating lens flare. Ideal for paintings, maps, and oversized photos requiring extreme enlargement capabilities.
Giclee Printing
Produce museum-quality prints using six-color UV archival inks rated for 150-year longevity. Available on acid-free paper or canvas with optional protective veneer coating. Includes color-matched proofs for exact original reproduction.
Drum Scanning
Hell drum scanner captures 25" x 25" transparencies with 2GB file capacity and 5000% enlargement potential. Superior dynamic range for film negatives and slides requiring maximum detail retention in shadow/highlight areas.
Backlit Displays
Create vibrant illuminated signs using 10 mil media with UV laminates. Available with gloss finish for enhanced visibility. Suitable for both indoor and outdoor commercial applications requiring long-lasting durability and color vibrancy.
Color Matching
SWOP standard giclee proofs included with every scan. Our proprietary lighting system eliminates color distortion while maintaining original artwork integrity. Multiple proof iterations available until perfect color accuracy achieved.
Questions
What scanning resolution options do you offer?
Our Cruse scanner captures up to 1GB files with 1:1 resolution for originals up to 60" x 90". Drum scanning supports 2GB files with 5000% enlargement capabilities for 25" x 25" film originals.
What materials can you print on?
Archival canvas, acid-free watercolor paper, heavy-weight photo stock, satin base stock, and 10 mil UV media with gloss laminates for backlit applications.
How do you ensure color accuracy?
We use SWOP standard proofs and proprietary lighting systems eliminating lens flare. Multiple proof iterations included until exact color match achieved with original artwork.
What's your typical production timeline?
Standard turnaround is 5-7 business days for scanning and printing services. Rush options available for urgent projects with prior arrangement.
Do you handle oversized originals?
Yes, our Cruse scanner handles originals up to 60" x 90" in one pass. Multi-scan configurations available for larger items while maintaining consistent color accuracy across seams.
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