Preserving the soul of your art with absolute accuracy and integrity

In the world of fine art, every brushstroke, every pigment, every subtle gradation of tone tells part of the story. When it comes to reproducing your artwork—whether for limited edition prints, archival documentation, gallery catalogues, or online presentation—nothing short of complete fidelity to your original vision will do.

At Altered Images Photography / Pulp Fine Art, we specialise in museum-grade fine art reproduction using the most advanced imaging and lighting technology available today. Our meticulous approach combines technical precision, decades of photographic expertise, and an artist’s eye for nuance to create reproductions that are in many cases almost visually indistinguishable from the original artwork.

The Art and Science of True Reproduction

Reproducing fine art is not simply a matter of taking a photograph. It’s a carefully controlled process of translation—from the tangible textures and hues of the physical artwork to the digital realm where it can be faithfully printed or shared. Our goal is to capture the essence of your creation: not just its colours and tones, but its character, texture, and the emotion embedded within it.

Each reproduction we create is handled with the same care and precision that goes into producing a museum acquisition or a national archive record. Whether you’re an emerging artist seeking to reproduce your first collection or an established painter preparing for an exhibition edition, you can trust that your work will be represented with absolute accuracy and integrity.

Our Technology — Precision Beyond Expectation

At the heart of our reproduction process lies the Phase One IQ4 150MP Medium Format Camera System—the gold standard in high-end imaging. With a staggering 150-megapixel back and a 15-stop dynamic range, this camera captures the finest details of your artwork with unmatched clarity and depth. From the weave of a canvas to the subtle gloss of a varnish layer, nothing escapes its lens.

Paired with the camera is our state-of-the-art Profoto lighting system, delivering a total of 4800 watt-seconds of perfectly balanced illumination through two 2400ws generator packs and pro heads. We use a cross-polarised lighting configuration, which effectively eliminates surface reflections and glare—a crucial factor when photographing glossy paintings, varnished works, or mixed-media pieces. The result is a reflection-free, even illumination that reveals the truest possible rendition of your colours and textures.

This marriage of Phase One precision and Profoto power allows us to capture every nuance of your artwork—from delicate pencil marks to dense oil impasto—with an authenticity that lesser systems simply cannot achieve.

From Capture to Print — The Complete Workflow

While our reproduction captures stand on their own as digital master files, many artists choose to pair the service with our Fine Art Giclée Printing for a complete end-to-end solution.

Because both capture and printing are handled in-house within the same colour-managed environment, we maintain total control over the reproduction chain. This ensures that what you see in the print is an exact match to the original piece under standard viewing conditions.

Our Giclée prints are produced using archival-grade pigment inks and museum-quality Ilford Fine Art cotton rag papers, ensuring not only accuracy but also longevity. Combined with our precision capture process, the result is a fine art edition of exceptional quality and authenticity.

Pricing and Booking

Every project is different, and our pricing is tailored to suit the size, medium, and number of artworks to be reproduced.

We invite you to contact us to discuss your specific needs and to arrange a studio session. You’ll receive a detailed quote outlining all costs, inclusions, and optional extras.

Whether you have a single masterpiece or an entire collection, we’ll ensure your reproduction process is seamless, professional, and rewarding.

Experience the Difference

When accuracy matters, experience counts. With years of professional expertise in fine art photography, printing, and colour management, Altered Images Photography and Pulp Fine Art bring a level of craftsmanship that few can match.

Artists entrust us with their most important works because we share their passion for excellence—and because our results speak for themselves.

If your art deserves to be reproduced with uncompromising precision and care, we’d love to collaborate with you.

Resolution That Reveals Every Detail

The level of resolution achieved with our 150-megapixel Phase One system goes far beyond typical digital photography. With an image size exceeding 14,000 pixels on the long edge, your artwork is reproduced with such precision that even the smallest brush hair or micro-texture in the paint becomes visible when viewed at full scale.

This ultra-high resolution not only allows for large-format printing without loss of quality, but also provides unparalleled value for archival and authentication purposes. Museums, galleries, and collectors rely on this level of documentation to preserve the condition and integrity of works over time.

Lighting Mastery — The Invisible Ingredient

Lighting is the single most important factor in accurate artwork reproduction. Poor lighting can introduce colour casts, uneven illumination, or reflections that distort the artist’s intent.

Our Profoto lighting system, coupled with precision polarising filters, produces a crisp, even light field that maintains perfect neutrality from edge to edge. By cross-polarising both the light source and the camera lens, we remove any surface sheen caused by varnish or medium layers, allowing the true pigments beneath to shine through.

Every session is metered, balanced, and monitored using colour temperature and exposure measurement tools, guaranteeing repeatable, consistent results—session after session, artwork after artwork.

Colour Accuracy — The Core of Reproduction Fidelity

One of the defining strengths of our service is colour accuracy. Every photo session we conduct is individually ICC profiled and colour-calibrated using industry-standard reference targets and spectrophotometric measurement.

This ensures that the digital file produced from your artwork is not only visually stunning, but also scientifically accurate in its colour reproduction. The profiling process maps the colour response of our camera, lens, lighting, and sensor system to an exact colour reference, compensating for even the subtlest shifts in tone or contrast.

Whether your piece features the warm richness of earth pigments, the cool translucence of watercolour, or the bold saturation of acrylics, our calibration workflow ensures your reproduction reflects the same vibrancy and tonal balance you created on the easel.

The final files you receive are fully ICC colour managed, ready for Giclée printing, digital archiving, or online display, and optimised for consistency across different viewing and output conditions.

A Bespoke Process — Tailored for Every Artwork

No two artworks are alike, and our reproduction process reflects that individuality. Each session is approached as a unique collaboration between artist and technician.

Consultation and Assessment

Before the session begins, we review your artwork’s size, surface type, medium, and finish. We discuss your intended use for the reproduction—whether archival, print edition, or online use—and determine the most appropriate capture and lighting setup.

Artwork Preparation

Each piece is carefully prepared and positioned under controlled studio lighting. We handle every artwork with professional-level care and use non-contact supports to prevent any damage or stress to the surface.

Cross-Polarised Lighting Setup

Using our Profoto 4800Ws system in a precisely measured cross-polarised configuration, we ensure uniform illumination with zero glare or hotspots. This setup is critical for capturing varnished oils, metallic pigments, or high-gloss surfaces.

Phase One Capture

The Phase One IQ4 150MP camera is used to capture multiple high-resolution exposures. Each file records extraordinary levels of detail, producing an image that can be printed at large scale without any visible loss of sharpness or tonal depth.

Custom ICC Profiling and Calibration

Using X-Rite or similar professional calibration tools, we create a custom ICC profile specifically matched to your artwork’s colour response. This step ensures colour consistency from capture through to final output.

Digital File Creation and Proofing

The captured images are processed in Phase One’s Capture One Pro software, maintaining a fully colour-managed workflow from start to finish. An optional proof print can be produced for your review, allowing you to verify that the reproduction truly represents your original.

Final Delivery

You receive your files in both high-resolution (for fine art printing or archiving) and optimised formats (for digital/web use). Each file is accompanied by its ICC profile and metadata for full traceability and professional colour management.

Serving Artists, Galleries, and Collectors

No matter your objective—preservation, promotion, or publication—we provide the expertise and technology to present your artwork at its absolute best.

Our fine art reproduction service caters to a wide range of clients, including:

1. Professional and emerging artists

Seeking accurate editions or portfolios

2. Galleries and curators

Requiring high-quality reproductions for catalogues or exhibitions

3. Collectors

Wishing to archive or insure their private collections

4. Art schools and institutions

Preserving student or faculty works

5. Publishers and designers

Poducing art books, calendars, or limited-edition prints

Why Choose Altered Images Photography & Pulp Fine Art?

No matter the scale of your project, we tailor our services to your unique needs. From concept development to final delivery, you’ll benefit from Ian’s hands-on approach, his technical expertise, and his collaborations with Melbourne’s best food stylists.

What You Receive

Each Fine Art Reproduction session includes:

Additional services such as Giclée printing and digital restoration, are available on request.

Preserving Artistic Legacy

Great art endures not just through galleries and collections, but through faithful reproduction. Our mission is to make that possible by providing artists and institutions with archival-quality digital masters that will stand the test of time.

Each artwork we reproduce becomes part of a growing digital legacy—a record of the artist’s creative journey that can be shared, printed, and enjoyed for generations. Whether your goal is to produce a limited edition print series, create a digital archive of your portfolio, or simply ensure your art is preserved in the highest possible fidelity, our service delivers peace of mind and professional excellence in equal measure.

Get in Touch

To book your Fine Art Reproduction session or to learn more about the process, please contact Ian:

Altered Images Photography
Fine Art Reprocuction Photographer Melbourne

Studio: Studio 21, 150-156 Chesterville Road Moorabbin, Victoria, Australia

Call: +61 03 9532 1800

Email: info@alteredimages.com.au

Let us help you transform your artwork into timeless, colour-true reproductions—crafted with the precision of science and the soul of art.