FAQ’S: The Brookover Printing Standard

What is the value of the Brookover standard of printing?
David's deep appreciation and respect for traditional handmade papers from around the world along with Corey Allen's printing expertise have laid the very foundation for prints that are not only admired by fine art lovers but coveted by collectors due to their contemporary uniqueness. David is a true believer in keeping his style and content of photography firmly planted in the fine art realm. Our distinctive platinum palladium, silver gelatin and bromoil prints use only the finest archival materials available which are then wrapped in linen and or silk. They are framed with some of the finest Italian moldings in the world, or, in special editions, they are encased in a hand-milled one of a kind sculptured frame by the world renown framer Randolph Laub.
What is a platinum palladium print?
The platinum palladium print is a printing process that is known historically for its depth, detail, tonality and permanence. A partnership between David and Hidden Light LLC combines David's vision, the mastery of modern technology along with proven historic, traditional printing methods, to create a new standard for fine art collectors the world over. Our innovative approach to this timeless medium which includes various handmade papers from China, Japan and Korea has now eclipsed the initial platinum/palladium printing process dating back to the 1870s. With this unique process, our standards for sharpness, detail, contrast and tonality can be assured with unmatched archival substrates. They are simply stated, “the crème de la crème of prints.”
How is the image captured?
David captures his original images on either an 8x10 Linhof view camera, Mamiya 7II medium format camera or digital Nikon D3X. Capturing the image, regardless of format or advances in new technologies is the priority. We rarely indulge in the obsessive camps of film vs digital capture. They are all only creative tools, and in 25 years I have never taken a decent wildlife image with my 8x10 view camera.
How is the film scanned?
The selected film is then drum scanned using the finest scanners and technicians in the country. Under David's personal direction, these digital translations are transformed creating master files that will recreate the images in the manner that he visualized when the film was originally exposed. The images are then meticulously refined and tested to make sure that the final image is exactly what was envisioned. Prints made from these files, under very tightly controlled color managed work environments, will reproduce the images precisely each and every time, with greater accuracy than they could ever be reproduced with traditional printing techniques. All materials used for printing are archival by industry standards. It is important to note that the quality of the final prints far exceeds what you are able to see on your monitor. If you have been to the gallery and seen these incredible prints displayed, you will understand exactly what we mean.
How are the images produced?
Production of the images, from processing the original film, drum scanning, testing, and some color printing is done at Photo Craft Imaging in Boulder, Colorado. Photo Craft uses the most accurate and advanced technologies, equipment and the professional expertise to produce these stunning images.
Additional printing is done by Miles Hecker. Miles is a retired engineer and co-founder of WyoFOTO LLC. He has been both a photographer and printer for over four decades. He currently specializes in making only fine art prints incorporating the latest advances in technology and Epson Professional Printers. Miles prints all of David's black and white images and a large portion of his new color work.
What are the sizes of the images?
Due to the various printing methods employed, different sizes of the images and their base papers, we do not list the print prices on this website. Please contact the Brookover Gallery at 307-732-3988, and we will be happy to help you with your requests along with framing solutions and suggestions to satisfy your needs. Most of the editions are limited.