Archive Culture provides high-end imaging and video documentation for artists working in every medium.

How I Work

I like to work with artists one-on-one to ensure that the images best capture the spirit and meaning of your artworks. I use a fully color-calibrated workflow to capture a detailed and accurate image of your work, ensuring that digital and print reproductions are representative of the real life artwork.

Of course, in the event that your work needs to be adjusted for special applications, we can fully accommodate your requests.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, we will make every effort to ensure our work meets the safety guidelines outlined by the CDC.

Flexibility - we work with all art mediums, including performance.

Safety - at your request, we employ experienced art handlers.

Turnaround - we can work to get your documentation back to you on a tight deadline.

Quality - we use industry leading equipment to deliver both color accuracy and resolution.

Services

Basics:

  • 100MP to 400MP imaging with industry-leading equipment

  • Imaging of flat, three, and time-based works

  • Accurate Color

  • Installations

  • Imaging through glass

  • Large size pieces

  • Grids

  • Reflective surfaces

  • Capture with strobe or daylight viewing light

  • Simulation of different lighting sources

  • Shooting down

  • Hi-Res lossless and online image delivery

  • Quick turnaround

  • Shoot on location in your studio or gallery

  • Printed Reproductions

  • Sizing for web

Extra Services

  • Silhouetting

  • Stitching two or more images together

  • Restoration

  • Retouching surface blemishes

  • Archive Consultation

Location

  • You can schedule a shoot at our studio in Bushwick, or for a surcharge we can book a professional studio anywhere in the five boroughs, or work on location at your studio.

FAQ

I only want to shoot a single piece, is that possible?
    Yes. A single artwork is easy and affordable to capture, but the price is based on time to setup, location, and any extra services that you request. Please contact me for a quote. 

My installation is delicate and difficult to handle. I might need help putting it up in your studio?
    Bringing a helper will ease the process when putting up an installation.

My work is highly reflective. How do you deal with reflections?
    I use polarizing filters to block reflected light.

My work is mixed media with video. Is that difficult to shoot?
     I will take multiple exposures of the piece and layer them together in photoshop to create an evenly exposed final.

I have multiple components that make up my one piece. Is it the same cost for shooting one piece?  
    The time needed to install is time taken away from shooting other work. Please inquire about your specific needs.

Do you shoot on location, installations or in artist’s studios?
    Yes. Please inquire about the price.

What is parking like at your studio?    
    There are numerous parking garages in the vicinity. Please inquire about the details.

Do you have a special price for Students?
    Yes, students get a fixed and discounted rate.