The image is then gang printed photo mechanically. The printers meet very high standards, using an extraordinarily fine screen designed for fine art reproduction. This is a less labor intensive process. It allows the artist to offer beautiful reproductions of their original art, at affordable prices. You should buy art because it appeals to you.
Art is a totally subjective purchase.
Buy with your heart. The printing process should only be a secondary consideration. Historically the artist proof was how an artist derived part of their compensation for their art work, because the primary edition was usually owned by the publisher. From a collector s point of view A.P. s are highly desirable as they are considered to be from the artists personal collection. We do carry artist proofs.