The Art of True Colour and Detail
Welcome to Altered Images Photography and Pulp Fine Art, Melbourne’s home for fine art printing excellence.
For photographers, artists, illustrators, and creators who value perfection, our fine art printing service offers unmatched colour accuracy, detail, and archival quality — all crafted with passion and precision by Ilford Master Printer and X-Rite Colorati Ambassador, Ian van der Wolde.
At Altered Images Photography and Pulp Fine Art, we combine decades of professional imaging experience with the world’s leading print technology to produce museum-grade archival prints that showcase your art at its absolute best. Whether you’re printing photographs, paintings, drawings, or digital artwork, our goal is to make your vision come to life — with depth, vibrancy, and longevity that only true fine art photo printing can deliver.
What Is Fine Art Printing?
Fine art printing, sometimes called giclée printing, is far more than just producing a photograph or artwork on paper — it’s a meticulous, colour-managed process designed to reproduce your image with exceptional fidelity and archival stability.
Using pigment-based inks, professional wide-format printers, and the highest quality Ilford fine art media, we create prints that rival original works in tone, texture, and durability. Every detail — from the deepest shadow to the most delicate highlight — is rendered with exquisite clarity and subtlety.
A true fine art print is not just a reproduction. It’s a collectible piece in its own right, capable of lasting decades or even centuries without fading when properly handled and displayed. That’s the promise of genuine archival fine art printing.
The Finest Ilford Fine Art Media – From A4 to Metres
We stock and print on the full Ilford fine art media range, offering a huge selection of textures, finishes, and weights to suit every artistic style.
Whether you prefer the luxurious feel of cotton rag, the subtle texture of matte paper, or the luminous depth of baryta gloss, we have a medium that will make your image shine.
Print sizes start from A4 and extend through to metres in width and length, ideal for large exhibition prints, panoramic landscapes, and statement wall pieces.
Popular Ilford papers available include:
- Ilford Gold Fibre Gloss – a favourite among photographers for its rich blacks and classic darkroom look
- Ilford Cotton Artist Textured – ideal for paintings and drawings with natural texture and depth
- Ilford Smooth Cotton Rag – perfect for colour-critical photo reproduction with a smooth, elegant finish
- Ilford Textured Fine Art – a beautifully tactile option for watercolours, illustrations, and digital paintings
- Ilford Gallery Prestige Papers – versatile, professional-grade options for both gloss and matte presentation
We use is 100% archival, acid-free media made to the highest environmental and quality standards.
The Fine Art Printing Process
Our process is simple, transparent, and artist-focused:
1. File Preparation
We’ll guide you in preparing your files for optimal printing. If needed, we can assist with resizing, sharpening, and soft proofing.
2. Paper Selection
Choose from our extensive range of Ilford fine art papers — or let us recommend the best option based on your artwork style and desired presentation.
3. Proofing and Profiling
Using our in-house colour management system, we run test proofs to ensure the tonal balance, colour, and texture are perfect before full printing.
4. Final Printing
Your artwork is printed using Canon Lucia Pro pigment inks and state-of-the-art large format printers. Each print is produced to exacting standards, one at a time.
5. Inspection and Packaging
Every print is visually inspected under controlled lighting, then carefully packed flat or rolled in archival-safe materials for delivery or pickup.
About Ian van der Wolde – Ilford Ambassador and Master Printer
With over three decades in the imaging industry, Ian van der Wolde brings a rare blend of technical expertise and artistic vision to every project.
As an Ilford Ambassador, X-Rite Colorati, and AIPP Master Photographer, Ian is recognised across Australia and internationally for his commitment to excellence in fine art and photographic printing.
His extensive knowledge of colour management, profiling, and digital imaging allows him to achieve results that simply not everyone can’t replicate.
Every print that leaves the studio is personally overseen or produced by Ian himself — ensuring that the craftsmanship, accuracy, and quality are second to none.
Serving Melbourne and Beyond
Based in Melbourne’s bayside area, we proudly serve artists, photographers, and galleries throughout Victoria and across Australia.
Whether you’re local or interstate, we offer reliable shipping and expert packaging to ensure your prints arrive in pristine condition.
From single exhibition pieces to full portfolio collections, we’re here to help you bring your creative vision to life — beautifully, faithfully, and professionally.
Experience True Fine Art Printing
If you value precision, beauty, and craftsmanship, there’s simply no substitute for professional fine art printing.
At Altered Images Photography and Pulp Fine Art, we combine passion with technology to deliver prints that elevate your art and preserve it for generations to come.
Whether you’re an artist looking to produce limited editions, a photographer preparing for exhibition, or a creative professional wanting to showcase your work at its best — we invite you to experience the difference true fine art printing in Melbourne can make.
Our Expertise and Commitment to Colour Accuracy
Owner and master printer Ian van der Wolde is an Ilford Ambassador and X-Rite Colorati, recognised for his expertise in colour management and print production.
That means every print that leaves our studio is crafted with an obsessive attention to detail and colour precision that only comes from years of technical mastery and hands-on experience.
We build custom ICC profiles in-house for every combination of printer, ink, and paper we use. This ensures that what you see on screen is faithfully translated to print — with perfect tonal range, neutral greys, and true-to-life colour reproduction.
No generic manufacturer settings here — everything we print is profiled, calibrated, and verified to exacting standards.
Colour-critical clients — including professional photographers, fine artists, and galleries trust us for professional photo printing in Melbourne because they know that accuracy, consistency, and quality are never compromised.
An Ilford Master Printing Partner
As an official Ilford Certified Master Printing Partner, Altered Images Photography snd Pulp Fine Art are part of a global network of elite print studios recognised for outstanding quality, expertise, and professionalism.
This partnership gives us direct access to Ilford’s most advanced fine art materials, exclusive technical resources, and ongoing product development insights — ensuring that every print we make meets Ilford’s strict standards for colour fidelity, archival permanence, and print craftsmanship.
Our relationship with Ilford is built on shared values: a passion for image excellence, innovation, and the pursuit of perfection.
When you choose Altered Images Photography nd Pulp Fine Art , you’re not just getting a print — you’re getting the very best of what modern fine art printing technology has to offer.
Why Choose Professional Fine Art Printing?
While home printing can be convenient, true fine art photo printing requires a level of technical skill, calibration, and equipment that simply can’t be matched by consumer systems.
Your art deserves to be seen at its best — and professional photo printing in Melbourne at Altered Images Photography and Pulp Fine Art ensures exactly that
Professional fine art printing ensures:
Superior Colour Accuracy
Custom profiling, calibrated monitors, and pigment inks ensure exact colour reproduction.
Archival Longevity
Professional materials and pigment-based inks preserve your work for decades.
Unmatched Detail and Dynamic Range
Professional printers produce smooth gradients, fine tonal transitions, and deep blacks.
Wide Media Selection
- Access to the finest Ilford papers in various textures and finishes.
Large Format Capability
- Print your art in true-to-scale exhibition sizes — even metres wide.
Expert Handling and Finishing
Each print is inspected, handled, and packed with museum-level care.
What We Print
Our fine art printing services cater to a diverse range of creative needs. Whether your project is artistic, photographic, or commercial, we can print virtually any digital file to archival standards.
Whether you’re an emerging artist or an established professional, we treat every project with the same care and respect it deserves.
We regularly produce:
1. Fine art photographs
exhibition-ready, gallery-quality photographic prints
2. Artwork reproductions
accurate digital copies of paintings, drawings, or mixed media works
3. Illustrations and digital art
vibrant prints for portfolios, collectors, or display
4. Limited editions
numbered, signed series printed with absolute colour consistency
5. Presentation and exhibition pieces
large-format works ready for framing or mounting
6. Portfolio and competition prints
precision-crafted pieces for professional submission
Archival Printing – Preserving Art for Generations
The term archival refers to materials and methods designed to stand the test of time.
When you invest in archival fine art printing, you’re choosing prints made with pigment inks and acid-free, museum-grade papers that resist deterioration, discolouration, and fading.
At Altered Images Photography, we print exclusively on Ilford fine art media — renowned worldwide for its exceptional longevity and quality. Combined with Canon Lucia Pro pigment inks and precise colour management, our archival prints are built to last, ensuring your art retains its brilliance for decades to come.
Whether you’re producing limited edition prints for collectors, gallery exhibitions, or treasured personal pieces, archival printing ensures your work’s integrity and beauty are preserved for future generations.
Let’s Create Something Beautiful Together
Contact Altered Images Photography and Pulp Fine Art today to discuss your next printing project.
We’ll help you select the perfect Ilford media, manage your files for optimal output, and produce archival prints you’ll be proud to display, sell, or collect.
Altered Images Photography
Fine Art Master Printer Melbourne
Studio: Studio 21, 150-156 Chesterville Road Moorabbin, Victoria, Australia
Call: +61 03 9532 1800
Email: info@alteredimages.com.au
