What is a Lithograph?
Byerley Lithographs are printed on the offset lithography system, a system which faithfully reproduces the colors and textures that Byerley collectors expect. In addition to the 4 printed colors (cyan, magenta, yellow, and black) a protective coating to resist fingerprints and minor scratches has been added. Holding to tradition, Bob personally signs each lithograph in pencil.

What is a Mixed Media Print?
Byerley Mixed Media Prints are printed on quality paper. A screen printed clear coat is then added to selected areas of the surface adding texture to the print. Additional layers are added in areas of importance or those sections that need to further attract the viewer’s eye.

What is an Enhanced Canvas Transfer?
The canvas transfer process begins on the printing press just as the lithograph but is printed on a specialized paper. The prints are sent to a company that removes the paper and transfers the printed image to the canvas. Stretcher bars are then added and the product is shipped to Byerley Studio. Under Bob’s Supervision the canvas is enhanced in the highlighted areas with oil paints. He inspects the canvas, approves it and signs the canvas with oil paint. 

What is an Enhanced Giclee?
The canvas is printed on directly with an Epson 7 color printer. We use the highest quality canvas that is water resistant. The inks are UltraChrome pigmented ink that is water resistant and fade resistant. We then apply with an air gun the UV and water protective layer. The final step is to enhance the image just like the canvas transfer product.

The paper giclee is printed in the same manor as the canvas. The paper is 100% rag (cotton) and is archival quality.

This process is the highest quality that Byerley Studio has used too date.

What is a Certificate of Authenticity?
A certificate is issued with every limited piece of artwork. The certificates are issued by Byerley Studio, Inc. When buying or selling on the art market, it is imperative that the certificate accompanies the canvas. This ensures its value. We recommend that you store your certificates in another location other then where the paintings are located.

What is a S/N?
S/N stands for signed and numbered. Every limited editions has a number on the lower left hand corner that matches the number on the certificate of authenticity. An example of this would be 141/395. The first number is the number of the item and the second is the size of the edition. The lower the size of the edition, the more collectable your piece will be. Byerley personally signs each limited edition piece.

What is an AP?
AP stands for artist proof. The numbering is the same as that of the S/N but looks like this; AP 21/30. Many years ago when hand pulled graphics was the method of reproduction, the artists would draw each image on a stone or metal plate. During the drawing process, the artist would occasionally pull proofs to check his progress. Thusly, each artists proof became a “one of a kind” as the drawing progressed. After pulling several “proofs” and becoming satisfied with the last result, the S/N prints were made. Today, the tradition is continued by offering AP and S/N. All Byerley AP canvases are enhanced by Bob Byerley.

 Need Some Helpful Tips?
Collectors gather paintings and images from all around the world for many reasons. One being an admiration for the overall painting which is completely up to the individual. Another may be as an investment. People think that if they buy a popular artist's work that it will have value. We feel that not only do they need to look at the popularity and quality of an artist; they also need to look for smaller edition sizes and lower numbers. If you are thinking of a larger edition, it generally will not be as valued as the smaller edition in the years to follow. Art is for the viewer to enjoy so purchase the work you love.

Online purchasing from individuals or auctions, its buyer beware. We receive calls to replace products that are damaged and in some cases we no longer have the product in inventory. Selling online makes it harder to see the actual product which can result in a disappointing sale. In that instance the buyer is out whatever they paid for the product. Remember to get the original certificate of authenticity. We urge our collectors to buy from reputable galleries at all times as a precaution. If you have questions, please contact us at 888/852-8278. We do not sell limited editions to the general public but are a support for our galleries and collectors.