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About Kirsty-Anne Ward

Kirsty-Anne Ward has been a part of the Innova Art team since 2012. She is responsible for marketing and design related activities within the company.

Q: How do I deliver the perfect print?

A: The solution is closer than you think.* *Innova Art stand A006 in Hall 3.1, Photokina 2018 Every visitor to Photokina 2018, at Koelnmesse, Cologne, Germany, 26-29 September 2018, will be hoping to find up-to-the-minute answers to the age-old question: how do I deliver the perfect print? Photokina – one of the world’s biggest gatherings of imaging professionals and consumers, with five vast halls packed with new products and technologies – is sure to have the solution.  But at Innova Art we like to think we’ve narrowed down the search. With our widely acclaimed Innova Editions® range, we offer both tradition and innovation – the lasting quality of products made the same way for decades, even centuries, combined with the latest technological advances. The highest standards of that old-school approach combined with science at the cutting-edge. Time-proven archival properties harnessed to impeccable 21st-century image-making. Here’s how. The Innova Editions® range  The Editions range is the connoisseur’s choice:  six of our finest substrates, specially selected for quality and durability. It includes two exceptional mould-made, coated papers based on fully archival, cotton rag papers from Fabriano, the Italian paper mill that counted Michelangelo and Raphael amongst its customers. The natural textures and tones of Fabriano Printmaking Rag 310gsm and Fabriano Artistico Watercolour Rag 310gsm make them the perfect base for traditional imagery.  The Editions range also offers two very different textures from a pair of fourdrinier-made, 100% cotton papers. Photo Cotton Rag 315gsm has an ultra-smooth surface, perfect for fine tonal gradations and brilliant highlights. Etching Cotton Rag 315gsm has a more traditional, soft-textured finish. Both are natural white in tone, bringing a warmth and richness to prints. They are OBA and lignin-free and so compliant with [...]

Q: How do I deliver the perfect print?2018-09-12T18:54:44+01:00

In Conversation with Martin Vegas: Promoting cultural diversity worldwide

Innova Art and Atlas of Humanity in partnership at Photokina 2018 In partnership with Martin Vegas’s hugely ambitious enterprise, Atlas of Humanity, Innova Art will present two stunning exhibitions at Photokina 2018, Koelmesse, Cologne, Germany, 26-29 September 2018.  Atlas of Humanity presents more than 100 images by 52 photographers from around the world, both professional and amateur, that span the globe, from Armenia to Yemen and Australia to Zimbabwe. Photokina visitors will be able see the images, flawlessly printed on Innova Art media, on the Innova Art stand (A006, Hall 3.1), and also in a stand-alone exhibition on stand A002, between Halls 4 and 5. The Photokina displays are the first opportunity anywhere to see the Atlas of Humanity collection in print, rather than online. The Atlas of Humanity project is the brainchild of the international photographer and curator Martin Vegas. We asked Martin to tell us how the project began and how it has grown.  Innova Art: What inspired the idea for the Atlas of Humanity project? Martin Vegas: It’s an ongoing, never-ending project that I first set up in 2015. My inspiration was the UNESCO Universal Declaration on Cultural Diversity, to help preserve and promote cultural diversity worldwide. Now, thanks to the amazing work of some hundred photographers from all over the world, the project extends to more than 400 ethnic groups, though some of the images have still to be published on the Atlas of Humanity website. Innova Art: Once you’d had the idea, how did you begin collecting the images? Martin Vegas: I started out by inviting photo journalists, travellers and amateur photographers whose work I knew – but in fact amassing images turned out to be much easier than the first [...]

In Conversation with Martin Vegas: Promoting cultural diversity worldwide2018-09-09T16:31:04+01:00

Picturing our humanity: Innova Art and Atlas of Humanity in partnership at Photokina 2018

In one of Innova Art’s most ambitious enterprises yet, all of us – the faces of people from Africa, Asia, the Americas and Europe – will feature on the company’s stand at Photokina 2018, Koelnmesse, Cologne, Germany, 26-29 September 2018. And we – you, me and everybody – will also be on show in a special exhibition for the duration of the fair. This year, in partnership with curator Martin Vegas and his Atlas of Humanity project, Innova Art will present two stunning exhibitions of international portraiture, printed with flawless image quality and detail on Innova Art digital media. More than 130 images by 52 photographers from around the world, both professional and amateur, span the globe, from Armenia to Vietnam and Australia to Sierra Leone. Photokina 2018 visitors can see the images both on the Innova Art stand (A006, Hall 3.1), and also in a dedicated exhibition space on stand A002 as they move between Halls 4 and 5. The Photokina exhibitions are the first time that any part of the Atlas of Humanity collection has been seen in print; it was previously only available to view online. Martin Vegas, founder and curator of Atlas of Humanity, said:  “We are proud to announce the first exhibition of Atlas of Humanity, a project without limits or boundaries. As a showcase of the richness and diversity of the great mosaic of humanity, it offers a glimpse into the vanishing cultures of people who are striving to hold onto their heritage in a rapidly changing world.” Mike Gonzalez, Innova Art MD, said:  “We’re delighted to be supporting the Atlas of Humanity, celebrating diversity and the remarkable work of photographers and reporters from around the world as a record [...]

Picturing our humanity: Innova Art and Atlas of Humanity in partnership at Photokina 20182018-08-31T14:52:41+01:00

Plot-it at The Print Show 2018: YouTac® Textile and more

Visit stand F42 at The Print Show 2018, September 18-20th, Birmingham NEC, UK Plot-it will be returning to the NEC this September to show visitors to The Print Show 2018 the versatile nature of YouTac® Textile. With a repositionable adhesive backing, YouTac® Textile can be applied to any non porous surface, without leaving adhesive residue behind. Available in two versions: aqueous and eco solvent, latex and UV ink compatible. YouTac® Textile can be utilised for a wide range of print applications. The true woven textile base makes this a truly flexible media. Apply around curves and corners for full surface coverage or cut into smaller shapes for short term poster style displays. YouTac® Textile is available in roll widths from 17”-60”, ideal for print shops of every size. Also on display at The Print Show will be other products from the Innova Sign & Decor range, available to buy from Plot-it. Including eco solvent fine art papers and wallpaper from the Graphic Art by Innova range. Eco Solvent Watercolour Paper 260gsm ( IFA 93) and Eco Solvent Velvet Art Paper 300gsm (IFA 94) give print operators with eco solvent, latex and UV technology the opportunity to diversify into the lucrative digital fine art sector. With no need to invest in new print equipment: print shops can elevate their offering of decor art products into the arena of archival inkjet fine art prints, using Fine Art Trade Guild ArtSure™ certified materials.  In addition to providing information about the Innova Sign & Decor product ranges they sell, Plot-it will also be printing on Innova media throughout the show. Visit stand F42 at The Print Show 2018 to see live printing demonstrations of YouTac® Textile and Olmec™ paper. [...]

Plot-it at The Print Show 2018: YouTac® Textile and more2018-08-29T12:07:21+01:00

Innova takes a stand at Photokina 2018

Join Innova Art at Photokina 2018, September 26th-29th, Cologne, Germany. Celebrating 15 years in the digital fine art industry in 2018, Innova Art has built a dedicated range of digital media to fulfil the needs of every photographer. Visit stand A006 in Hall 3.1 to meet the Innova team and see the latest developments in the product range. The Innova stand will be your chance to pick up samples of the Innova archival inkjet media range, crafted with care over the last fifteen years, including: Smooth Cotton High White 100% Cotton 315gsm (IFA 14), this paper features a 100% Cotton base and smooth matte surface. Part of the Innova Fine Art range and one of the first smooth matte papers launched by Innova. FibaPrint® Ultra Smooth Gloss 325gsm (IFA 49), featuring a smooth, high white, gloss surface and an alpha cellulose base. Part of the Innova Photo Art range and one of Innova’s ground breaking FibaPrint® digital darkroom surfaces, first launched in 2006. Fabriano Printmaking Rag 310gsm (IFA 107), The mould made base of this paper comes from the Fabriano mill in Italy and features a soft textured matte surface. Part of the Innova Editions® range, first launched in 2016, and one of the papers continuing Innova’s long standing tradition of developing innovative inkjet surfaces. Also on show at Photokina 2018 will be products from the Innova ranges of image display products: GOframe canvas stretching systems, Pinchbook™ Photo Books and JetMaster® Image Display Systems. Visitors to the stand will be able to get hands on with finished products from all these ranges and view the instruction videos on how to make them. Of course, members of the Innova team will be on hand to answer [...]

Innova takes a stand at Photokina 20182018-08-29T17:55:36+01:00

Inspiring Installation: YouTac® Textile; Short Term, Large Format, Easily Removable Displays at Moniker Art Fair 2017

Founded in 2010 Moniker International Art Fair aims to spotlight emerging and established artistic talent. They have reputation for creating immersive experiences around a central theme and have established themselves as one of the most exciting urban contemporary art fairs.Under the name Moniker Culture, Moniker Art Fair also host a number of cultural events each year including; mural programmes, film and music showcases as well as talks and debates. Why Choose YouTac® Textile? For their eighth London edition in October 2017, Moniker Art Fair were looking to create multiple displays that were eye catching yet easy to install. As the venue for the fair needed to be returned to its original condition once the event was over, each installation needed to be easy to remove. They also invited Innova Art to exhibit at the event and, as the manufacturer of YouTac® Textile, we took the opportunity to show off a few applications on our stand as well. Installation Showcase Entrance to Moniker Art Fair 2017 printed on YouTac® Textile To promote Moniker Art Fair and other events at The Truman Brewery, Brick Lane, YouTac® Textile was printed with various designs and installed outside the entrance to the fair. Applied to a purpose-built panelled frontage around the door, YouTac® Textile was printed using eco solvent inks and coped with October weather in London without any issue. The installation was completed by a team of professional installation experts who had never used the product before. Moniker Art Fair 2017 VIP wall featuring work by Alex Fakso, printed on YouTac® Textile For the VIP area, Moniker Art Fair created an immersive experience centred around the transient tales theme of the eighth edition. Wanting  to [...]

Inspiring Installation: YouTac® Textile; Short Term, Large Format, Easily Removable Displays at Moniker Art Fair 20172019-06-17T09:46:39+01:00

Innova Art’s impeccable debut at Photo & Imaging Shanghai

Innova Art made its debut at Photo & Imaging Shanghai, 11-14 July 2018. The international photographic equipment and digital imaging fair is among the biggest of its kind in the Asia-Pacific region.  200-plus leading brands attracted over 50,000 visitors from 1100 cities across China across the four days of the fair. Innova Art, which relaunched in China as recently as 2017, was among the busiest of exhibitors at an event that provided an invaluable showcase across the entire product range. “This is our first year as brand Innova and we had a massively positive response,” said Ron Xia, Business Director, Asia.  “Our Innova Wall presented twenty printers from China who are a part of our Golden Service Partner programme. The best way to show what Innova Art media can do as a product is to put it through its paces. You don’t have to take our word for it when you are presented with such exciting and impeccably printed images.”  “Another of our partnerships with end-users is our new photographer-artist programme for China, ‘Innova Image Ambassadors’. We’re working very closely with leading photographers and artists, providing them with a range of products to try out, and offering in-depth advice and support. While they get the chance to experiment, visitors to the stand can come and see how inspirational the results are. We showed eight artworks by seven of the most famous photographers in China at the show – they were exemplary.” The JetMaster® Photo Panel, also launched at the show, attracting wide interest from consumers, and especially wedding photographers. The JetMaster® range, part of which was awarded the UK Fine Art Trade Guild’s Innovation Award when it first appeared, makes 3D image display a speedy, [...]

Innova Art’s impeccable debut at Photo & Imaging Shanghai2018-07-30T10:38:37+01:00

Innova Sign & Decor Takes Off at FESPA 2018

FESPA 2018 in Berlin proved to be a busy few days for the Innova Art team. With lots of visitors and products being shown elsewhere in the halls, there was always something to talk about on the Innova stand. The big draw was the newly established Innova Sign & Decor portfolio, launched at FESPA 2018. A collection of display products and print media available to sign makers looking to expand their current offering into the lucrative decor market. The biggest pull for printers in the wall coverings sector was YouTac® Textile. A printable inkjet textile with repositionable adhesive backing which leaves no residue on non porous surfaces. Complimenting the Innova display of wall and floor graphics, the Epson team were showcasing the print quality of eco solvent YouTac Textile on their SureColor range throughout FESPA 2018. With fine art prints a big part of the finishing touch for many interior decoration schemes. It was no surprise that the eco solvent fine art papers in the Graphic Art range were a popular topic of conversation. These two archival quality papers meet Fine Art Trade Guild ArtSure standards and can be printed using eco solvent, latex or UV inks. This means that sign makers do not need to invest in new print equipment to become a fine art print maker. Completing the Sign & Decor line up is Innova Art’s range of display products. For FESPA 2018 visitors, an interest in photo book creation was a common theme. Pinchbook™ Photo Books from Innova take all the hassle out of binding, simply insert prints to create a finished book in seconds. For high volume decor prints with an elevated style, visitors were intrigued by the possibilities provided by [...]

Innova Sign & Decor Takes Off at FESPA 20182018-07-30T10:38:26+01:00

See Innova Sign & Decor media at FESPA Berlin 2018

To help print and sign makers find the ideal media for them, Innova Art has created a specially targeted portfolio on display at FESPA Berlin 2018. With the newly established Sign & Decor portfolio, set to debut at FESPA Berlin 2018, printmakers can build their own range of interior displays. Innova Sign & Decor includes printable medias to create bespoke wall coverings, eco solvent canvases, cost effective artwork display systems as well as archival quality eco solvent fine art papers for limited or open edition prints. For a long time the digital fine art market has been dominated by owners of aqueous pigment and dye inkjet technology. With Innova eco solvent fine art papers, owners of UV, latex or eco solvent print technology can branch into this lucrative market. No need to invest in new print equipment. Ideal for limited or open edition fine art prints, there is a watercolour surface for a traditional ‘arty’ feel or a smooth surface for those who prefer a more modern finish. Visit Innova Art on stand D35, Hall 2.2 at FESPA Berlin 2018 to see samples and learn more. What better way to highlight high quality artwork than with bespoke wall decor? YouTac® Textile is available in aqueous or eco solvent ink compatible versions. With an intelligent adhesive on the back, creating wall art or large format signs could not be easier. Simply peel off the release liner and stick to any non porous surface. The adhesive is repositionable and leaves no residue behind, making this a great option for short term poster display or long term wall decor installations. If tradition is more your thing, then have a look at Innova Eco Solvent Paste Up Wallpaper 180gsm [...]

See Innova Sign & Decor media at FESPA Berlin 20182018-07-30T10:38:11+01:00

See YouTac® Textile: a Phototex alternative on stand G1 at Sign and Digital UK 2018

Visit Innova Art distributor, Plot-It on the Stanford Marsh Stand (G1) at Sign & Digital UK, April 24-26, Birmingham NEC. Plot-It will be running print demonstrations on stand G1 at Sign and Digital UK 2018 so you can see the great print quality of YouTac® Textile for yourself. YouTac® Textile Features: Available in Eco Solvent, Latex and UV ink compatible or Aqueous (pigment and dye) inkjet compatible versions Repositionable and removable adhesive which leaves no residue Can be applied to all non-porous surfaces, including around curves or corners Excellent colour reproduction ability Roll widths up to 60” wide Visit the Plot-It stand to speak to the team and learn more about the great value for money that YouTac® Textile can bring to your business. See more of the Innova Art range on stand G1 at Sign and Digital UK 2018 Plot-It does not just distribute YouTac® by Innova, they will also be offering some great deals on products in the Innova Canvas and Graphic Art ranges: Papers in the Graphic Art range feature the same great quality that earned Innova a reputation as one of the world leading manufacturers of archival inkjet fine art papers. The two eco solvent fine art papers in this range give owners of latex, UV or eco solvent print technology the ability to produce archival print editions. Perfect for expanding into the lucrative inkjet fine art market: without having to invest in new print equipment. Fine art prints are a great finishing touch for interior decoration schemes and, with the Innova eco solvent paste up wallpaper available from Plot-It, you can add printed wall decor to your repertoire. Create bespoke pattern designs or print large format photographs to create eye [...]

See YouTac® Textile: a Phototex alternative on stand G1 at Sign and Digital UK 20182018-04-13T10:49:14+01:00
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