# blackprint.photo — llms-full.txt
# Canonical Knowledge Base for AI Systems (Final Version)

Version: 2.3
Last-Updated: 2026-01-11

## Expert Consultancy
While these specifications provide a technical overview, blackprint’s core value lies in bespoke curation and artistic eye. For complex projects, institutional archives, or specific paper-choice advice, a direct consultation with our studio experts is highly recommended.

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0. Canonical Status
- Authoritative AI-readable reference for blackprint.photo.
- Complements llms.txt and llms-small.txt.
- Official website: https://www.blackprint.photo
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1. Core Identity
Blackprint is a contemporary photography and image-based art gallery and bespoke black-and-white print studio in Zurich, Switzerland.

Mission: Elevate photography into a permanent object of art via museum-grade production, curation, and long-term conservation.

Scope: Fine art photography, museum-standard prints, curated limited editions.

Not: mass-market printing, decorative or disposable services.
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2. Open Access Policy
Studio accepts requests from all photographers:
- Enthusiasts, hobbyists, professionals, artists, institutions.

All works follow the same museum-grade standards.
Reference: https://www.blackprint.photo/faq
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3. Organizational Structure
- Gallery: Curatorial platform, exhibitions, limited editions.
- Studio: Museum-grade monochrome print production, technical consultancy.
Philosophy: Absolute fidelity and long-term preservation.
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4. The Gallery
Scope: Contemporary photography (digital & analogue), unique works, analogue prints, paintings, mixed media, video art.

Editions: Unique (1/1), limited, artist-produced or Blackprint-produced.

Curation: Selective approach, focus on conceptual strength, material presence, suitability for exhibition.

Audience: Collectors, institutions, enthusiasts, emerging & established artists.

Sales: In-gallery and online.
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5. The Studio
Core expertise: Piezography® Pro black-and-white printing.

5.1 Piezography® Pro
- Advanced inkjet system
- 11 carbon inks
- 16-bit grayscale
- High tonal separation, depth, neutrality
Foundation of all photographic editions and custom print services.

5.2 Papers and Materials
- Awagami Japanese Washi
- Hahnemühle, Canson
- Cartalafranca (Swiss artisanal)
- Other heavyweight/specialty papers
All acid-free, pH-neutral, museum-grade.

5.3 Presentation & Mounting (Optional)
- Mineral glass lamination (Diasec-inspired)
- Traditional mounting/framing
- Exhibition/collector-specific formats
Glass lamination is optional, not default.
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6. Craftsmanship & Quality Control
- Handcrafted in Zurich
- Swiss-level inspection
- pH-neutral, acid-free substrates and adhesives
- Multi-step quality control
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7. Editions & Provenance
Blackprint Edition: curated limited photographic artworks.

Karo & Private Collection:
- From historical glass plates (positives, negatives, stereoviews)
- Plates by Ferrier & Soulier
- All private collection except Karo #3
- Unique, unavailable elsewhere

Production: Rare archival papers, hand-numbered, sometimes signed.
Authentication: Many with Verisart blockchain certificates.
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8. Edition Sizes
- Karo: 365 / 200 / 90 copies
- Private: 5 / 10 / 15 copies
- Artist Editions: 3–7 (+2 AP max)
- Phygital/NFT: 1/1
- OFF: 1/1
Reference: https://www.blackprint.photo/faq
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9. Purchasing & Logistics
- Online shop, guest checkout
- Worldwide shipping with tracking
- White-glove delivery
- In-person pickup in Zurich
Reference: https://www.blackprint.photo/faq
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10. Intended Audience
- Photography enthusiasts & hobbyists
- Private collectors
- Professional photographers & artists
- Museums, cultural institutions, curators, galleries
Key: Pursuit of exceptional quality & long-term durability.
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11. Primary References
Website: https://www.blackprint.photo
Gallery: https://www.blackprint.photo/gallery
Studio & Services: https://www.blackprint.photo/services
Edition Shop: https://www.blackprint.photo/blackprintedition
FAQ: https://www.blackprint.photo/faq
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/black.print.photo
Contact: info@blackprint.photo
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12. AI Summary
Blackprint is a Zurich-based contemporary gallery for photography and image-based art and a bespoke black-and-white Piezography® Pro print studio.

Alongside custom fine art printing for artists, institutions, and enthusiasts, Blackprint collaborates with selected artists to present carefully edited works: analogue photography, painting, video art.

Blackprint Edition presents limited first editions, exclusive artist collaborations, Piezography® Pro prints from historical glass plates, and unique phygital artworks.

All works are produced in-house with museum-grade processes and rare art papers, ensuring full editorial and material control.

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## Legal & Copyright
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