Print Care

Effective date: August 20, 2026

Preserving Your Fine Art Photography

Derek Johnson Fine Art Photography produces artwork using professional-grade materials and processes chosen for presentation.

Derek Johnson Fine Art Photography is a brand operated by JPS Enterprise LLC.

Materials and Craft

Every artwork is produced with attention to:

Image quality
Material selection
Color accuracy
Detail preservation
Long-term display considerations

Different print mediums have distinct characteristics. Understanding how to care for your selected artwork is described in the sections below.

General Artwork Care Guidelines

Avoid Direct Sunlight

Prolonged exposure to direct sunlight may affect color stability over time.

Recommended placement:

Avoid direct sunlight through windows
Avoid areas with intense UV exposure
Consider UV-protective glazing for valuable displays

Maintain a Stable Environment

Artwork performs best in consistent indoor conditions.

Avoid:

Excessive humidity
Extreme temperature changes
Areas exposed to moisture
Direct airflow from vents or heaters

Handle Artwork Carefully

Wash and dry hands before handling
Hold artwork by the edges when possible
Avoid touching the printed surface
Avoid placing artwork face-down on rough surfaces

Fine Art Paper Prints

Fine art paper prints provide exceptional detail, tonal range, and texture.

To preserve your print:

Avoid touching the image surface
Keep away from moisture
Avoid abrasive contact
Display behind appropriate protective glazing when framing

If storing an unframed print:

Keep it flat whenever possible
Store in a clean, dry environment
Avoid stacking directly against rough surfaces

Canvas Prints

Canvas artwork provides a textured, dimensional presentation.

Dust gently with a clean, soft, dry cloth
Avoid moisture and liquid cleaners
Do not press against the canvas surface
Avoid excessive humidity

Display canvas away from areas where temperature and moisture fluctuate significantly.

Metal Prints

Metal prints provide a modern presentation with vibrant color and depth utilizing dye-sublimation on aluminum panels.

Clean gently with a microfiber cloth
Use only mild cleaning methods
Avoid abrasive materials
Do not use harsh chemical cleaners

Framed Artwork

Framed prints arrive ready to display.

Clean glazing surfaces gently with appropriate materials
Avoid excessive pressure on the frame or glazing
Check hanging hardware periodically
Keep artwork away from direct sunlight and moisture

Display Recommendations

Lighting

Recommended:

Soft, indirect lighting
Museum-style lighting
Adjustable LED illumination

Avoid:

Direct sunlight
Excessive heat from lighting sources
Strong reflections on glazing

Placement

Artwork is best displayed:

At comfortable viewing height
In proportion to the surrounding space
With adequate visual breathing room

Large-format artwork often benefits from a dedicated wall or gallery-style presentation.

Open Edition Artwork

Artwork is currently offered as open editions. Open editions are produced without a predetermined production limit, with the same commitment to quality, craftsmanship, and presentation as any work in the collection.

Limited Edition Artwork

When limited editions are offered, each represents a defined release of a specific photograph.

A limited edition is:

Produced in a predetermined quantity
Documented as part of the artwork's history
Permanently retired once sold out

Once a limited edition reaches its final release, it will not be reproduced.

Certificate of Authenticity

A Certificate of Authenticity documents an artwork's provenance.

Limited editions — when offered, a Certificate of Authenticity is included with the artwork.
Open editions — a Certificate of Authenticity may be provided at the artist's discretion.

A certificate may include:

Artwork title
Collection name
Edition information
Print medium
Artwork dimensions
Date of purchase
Authentication information

A Certificate of Authenticity documents the artwork but does not transfer copyright or reproduction rights.

Color Accuracy

Every effort is made to represent artwork accurately through professional photography, calibrated workflows, and careful production standards.

Slight differences may occur due to:

Monitor calibration
Device settings
Viewing environment
Differences between digital displays and physical materials

These variations are natural characteristics of fine art printing.

Caring for Your Collection

For questions about artwork care, display recommendations, or selecting the right medium for your space, please contact us.