In contrast, we use the finest, state-of-the art Encad Professional printers, along with the finest inks; due to the quality of our canvas and ink, and the triple-coatings we give all our pieces, our paintings are highly UV resistant, and will not fade under normal circumstances; naturally, NO picture, oil or reproduction, should be subjected to either direct sunlight or moisture. Both will compromise a picture over time, regardless of the medium. After printing and drying, the canvas is coated three times with our specially-formulated lacquer that provides the highest UV protection avaliable. After the lacquer has dried, brushstrokes are added by hand by our artists: all of our artists are professionals, and they match the strokes to fit the subject, so that the end product is as close to the original artists' work as possible. The brushstrokes are quite apparent, and add the 'depth of field' and texture that one would expect from a painting.