Guide to Quality and Size Options at NUDICCI

Whether you’re just starting out or building a serious collection we probably have something for you. Our artworks are designed to cater to different tastes, spaces, and budgets - from affordable professional prints to high-end premium pieces.

Traditional online print stores offer many options to let you have your perfect print: sizes, papers, passepartouts, frames, and glass types. This level of customization may be reasonable and well-intended, but all too often, too many choices create an overwhelming and frustrating buying experience. The decision-making is detracting from the joy of acquiring art. We take a different approach: one print, one product. Each piece is designed to be its best version, freeing you from unnecessary decisions.

Our Philosophy

Our approach is simple: we limit artwork options to only the best, helping you focus on the art. Through hands-on experience, we know which sizes, materials, and formats suit each image best. We’ve tested them. We’ve evaluated their visual impact. If an image shines in 3 configurations, we present 3 distinct products. In developing this system, we made several assumptions. We assumed collectors have a clear budget and intent - whether they want a large or small print, a premium or standard quality print. That’s why we offer only a few quality and size levels for each print. Now, let’s dive into the details.

1.Quality Levels

We offer three levels of print quality: Silver, Gold and Platinum. The quality level is set by the final product - so it’s not just about the paper, inks, or sizes but how they come together that defines the rating. This system provides clarity to customers while allowing for subtle distinctions in quality and pricing.

• Silver (think “professional”): prints done on high-quality professional print papers.

• Gold (think “premium”): Premium quality with enhanced papers and paper materials with museum quality standards.

• Platinum (think “prestige”): Top-tier craftsmanship designed for serious collectors and exceptional presentations. Each print paper has its own story and legacy.

By clearly defining quality levels and setting expectations, we aim to help you narrow your choice.

SILVER-level. This level is the perfect starting point for exploring the world of fine art nude prints. This tier offers an excellent balance of quality and affordability. The prints deliver great image quality without the premium price tag associated with more sophisticated archival fine-art standards. Silver prints are crafted on high-quality, professional-grade photo paper commonly used in photo labs worldwide and include glossy, semi-gloss and matt papers. Inks used in this level may be either pigment or dye, providing vibrant colors and sharp details, though these prints are not archival and may fade faster then the Gold and Platinum levels.

Consider this level if:

•     You're new to art collecting and want an affordable starting point.

•     You’re looking for reliable, functional prints without the need for archival quality.

GOLD-level.This level represents uncompromised quality—it’s the pinnacle of what true art prints are meant to be. Prints in this category are crafted on archival-grade cotton or other natural acid-free papers, meeting the same rigorous standards used in galleries, exhibitions, and museums. These papers exude luxury, offering a tactile experience that enhances the artwork’s visual and emotional impact, elevating it to a masterpiece.

Archival materials are specifically engineered to protect the artwork from damage over time. Every component, from acid-free papers to precision mounting techniques, is designed to preserve the piece for decades. Archival mats and boards are made from high-quality cellulose fibers, free from lignin and acids, ensuring that discoloration and damage are avoided. Additionally, these materials resist fading and ink bleeding, maintaining the artwork’s integrity and vibrancy. This level provides maximum protection from both physical and chemical harm, allowing collectors to enjoy their art for generations.

Consider this level if:

•     You're a serious collector looking for archival quality that can last many generations .

•     You value luxurious materials like cotton, washi, bamboo, or textured papers.

•     You want your artwork to feel high-end and sophisticated.

PLATINUM-level. Prints at this level are made for those who want their art to make a bold, unforgettable statement. These striking limited editions use exceptional materials—aluminum, plexiglass, rare high-end papers—that elevate the image far beyond the ordinary. These pieces serve as striking centerpieces, elevating both your space and personal style, and leaving a lasting impression on anyone who sees them. But the real value isn’t just in the technique or the surface. It’s in the story. Platinum prints are stories on the wall. If you’re looking for a piece that feels like a true work of art, this is your tier. It’s about depth, uniqueness, and that undeniable wow that stays with you or your guests.

Paper prints in this tier are created using award-winning, premium papers made from luxurious materials such as cotton, bamboo, hemp, or Washi. These exceptional papers come in a variety of textures, ranging from aquarelle-like finishes to ultra-glossy surfaces, each offering a unique aesthetic and tactile experience that enhances and complements the artwork’s visual impact.

Prints in this category adhere to the highest archival standards, featuring acid-free matting and materials that ensure longevity. With a lifespan of up to 200 years without fading, these prints are ideal for serious collectors who value timeless quality and preservation. Perfect for those who demand nothing but the best.

Buy Platinum level if:

•   You are looking for a WOW visual and tactile experience but that also stands out as a genuine work of art.

Gold and Platinum level prints come with a Certificate of Authenticity, confirming their status as true art prints. Every element—paper, surface, sizing, aspect ratio, and passepartout—has been carefully chosen to work in harmony with the image, ensuring the highest quality and artistic integrity.

Comparison of Silver, Gold and Platinum tiers.

TIP: Much of what sets different paper qualities apart is the tactile experience—how the paper feels in your hands. That’s hard to convey online. That’s why we offer sample packs, where the same image is printed on various papers, so you can compare and feel the differences for yourself. Currently, we offer Silver and Gold tier samples. There’s no Platinum sample for now, as Platinum is more about the uniqueness of each piece than a specific material.

2.Sizing Options

We offer everything from small 10x15 cm prints you can tuck into a drawer, to large statement pieces designed to dominate your wall. It’s important to know the exact size you’re purchasing, so we try to base our sizing on the ISO 216 system, where each next size level doubles the dimensions of the previous one. So for example A3 is double in size of A4, and A2 is equal to two A3s.

The sizes refer to the dimensions of the the printed area itself. For example, a 10x15 cm print (size XS) may be both a single A6 print or mounted in A5 frame. Typically, the passepartout is one size larger than the print—A6 is matted into A5, A5 into A4, and so on. This approach gives the image room to breathe and creates a clear separation from the background of the wall, enhancing its visual impact. 

The same image is printed in six different sizes, from A6 to A1. Note that these dimensions refer to the unmounted print size; once matted and framed, the final presentation can take up to 50% more space (think S-print mounted in M-frame, M into L and so on).

Here’s a breakdown of the different sizes we offer, and how they might fit your needs.

• XS/A6 (up to 10x15 cm or 4x6 inches): These tiny prints come either framed in a passepartout or as singles. They’re easy to store, fit into standard photo albums, and are perfect for displaying on a desk or bookshelf. If you’ve never bought an art print before, this size is a good way to dip your toes into the world of prints. You can even buy packs with different paper types to get a feel for each one.

• S/A5 (15cm baseline: 15x20 cm, 15x15 cm, 13x18 cm): These prints are about twice the size of XS, but still small enough to fit almost anywhere at home. As the image size increases, you start to see more details, and the paper itself plays a bigger role in how the print looks and feels.

• M/A4 (20cm baseline such as 20x30 cm, 20x20 cm, 20x25 cm, 20x28 cm): At this size (about twice the area of the S-size), the details in the print and the texture of the paper really start to stand out. These prints are ideal for hanging on the wall, best viewed from about 1 meter away. You can still store unframed prints in standard-sized albums, but they’ll also look great framed on display.

• L/A3/A3+ (30cm baseline such as 30x40 cm): This is where you start to get the real “art print” experience. The larger size means the image really pops, and the details and paper make a big impact. This size is meant to be framed and viewed from up to 2 meters away, giving your space a real gallery vibe. It’s the first size where you’re guaranteed to get that “wow” feeling when you hang it up in your room. This is also the last size where we offer prints in Professional quality - prints beyond this size are only available in Premium and Prestige.

• XL/A2 (40cm baseline, such as 40x50 cm): This size is common in museum exhibitions and galleries. These prints make a statement in any space but are still manageable in most homes—you can usually find space for one or two of these prints in your home. They’ll likely become a focal point in your interior and express your taste and passions.

• XXL/A1 and larger: These are the breathtaking sizes and a very bold statement. Think of them as life-size prints that really take over a room. If you hang one of these, it’s probably the only print you’ll need in that space. The impact is huge—models in the photos are practically life-size, making it feel like they’ve stepped into your room. Due to their enlarged size, only a small number of images can be printed in that size and still look perfect, hence the selection if very limited. Please note, these prints might require special handling and shipping.

Print size vs frame size. All physical things take up space, and with prints, that’s an important consideration. Print size refers to the actual printed area, while frame size tells you how much space the artwork will occupy on your wall once framed. For example, a 10×15 cm print is small enough to fit in albums, shoeboxes, or stand easily on a shelf or table in a simple 10×15 frame or acrylic stand. But once it’s mounted in an A4 passepartout, it takes up much more space and requires a proper frame. Clearly, a beautifully mounted print demands more room, but it also carries far more impact than one kept tucked away in a shoebox. You’re trading compact storage for greater visibility and presence.

Once you move up to A3 size, both storage and display become more challenging. An unframed A3 print has roughly the same surface area as 8 x 10×15 cm prints. When framed, it can take up the equivalent wall space of around 12 x 10×15 cm prints. So while a dozen small prints might easily fit on a wall or in a box, a dozen framed A3 prints demand a whole lot more room and quickly become a matter of available wall space.

A2 prints are even larger - double the size of A3 and require a lot more room. Most home will only have space for a couple of A2 prints. These become the pillars of your collection, setting the tone and style for everything else around them.

A1 or larger prints are a different story altogether. These are rare, bold, and take up a lot of space. Unless you live in a mansion or have a dedicated gallery wall, it’s hard to make room for more than one. And large sizes come with their own challenges. They’re not just harder to ship—they can also be difficult to fit through elevators or doorways. So while these formats can be visually striking, they’re often impractical for most everyday living spaces. That’s part of the reason many high-end, expensive prints come in these large formats - they’re made with a specific kind of buyer in mind: institutions, galleries, or wealthy individuals with the space to properly display them. These prints aren’t just art pieces - they’re statements, often meant to dominate a room.

TIP. Before you commit to any print, consider taking a trip to your local frame store to check out the sizes of the frames in person. This will give you a much better idea of what to expect and help you visualize how different print sizes will look in your space. As print sizes increase, orientation also plays a role. Large horizontal images tend to be easier to fit than large vertical ones.

3.Passepartout and Frames

Unframed, matted, and framed prints of the same image.

We sell most of our prints mounted in a passepartout, ready to be placed in a frame of your choice. Many times, the difference between an amateur print and a professional art print is in its presentation. Passepartout is that “fancy” presentation that sets its apart from a home print. But passepartout is not just an artistic choice; it also serves a protective purpose, keeping the print safe from direct contact with the glass and helping to preserve its quality over time.

Normally, passepartout is about one size larger than the print, or have a border of about 5cm. In some cases, a passepartout two sizes up can be used, such as a 10x15 cm print matted into an A4 passepartout. This wider border, which is about 10cm, is typically used for smaller prints to give them a more “important” and focused appearance. Many museums also use oversized passepartouts, where the generous white space helps draw the viewer’s focus to the artwork and sets it apart from the surrounding wall.

The same size image can feel very different depending on the passepartout width. A one-size-up mat with a 5cm border gives the print a clean, balanced presentation. But a two-sizes-up mat with a 10cm border creates more breathing room around the image, drawing the eye inward and giving the work a more elevated, gallery-like presence. The extra space can shift the mood from casual to refined, even when the image itself stays the same.

Passepartout color and framing can dramatically influence how we perceive an artwork.

Frames? We sell most of our art unframed. Many collectors already have a preferred framing style, so it doesn’t make sense for us to offer every frame for every use case. Our goal is to make high-quality nude art more affordable. By removing frames, we lower costs and pass the savings on to you. This also gives you the freedom to choose a frame that fits your space—and often at a better price than we could offer. If you are new to framing, read our guide to framing and glazing for your new art.

4.Putting it all together.

If you haven’t already, make sure to check out our full guide to buying prints once you’ve finished this article. In short, start by imagining what your ideal collection could look like. What sizes do you actually like, can afford, and have space to display? What kind of prints do you want to focus on in terms of quality, materials, and style?

Knowing these things ahead of time makes choosing much easier. Think of it like walking into a shoe store already knowing your size and what you need the shoes for—suddenly, most of what's on the shelf becomes irrelevant, and your options are clear. It might sound overly simple or a bit too practical, but it’s a helpful exercise. To get started, here are three tips that can help you in your thinking.

1.Start Small. We don’t recommend starting with the most expensive piece you can afford—it might not be what would make you happy. Just because something is premium and costly doesn’t mean you’ll fully appreciate it - you might need to grow into it. In our experience, the best way to start appreciating art prints is by acquiring smaller pieces first. Sometimes going for the highest quality small print is the smartest approach. This allows you to experience the quality of the paper and craftsmanship firsthand. If you love it, you can confidently go bigger with your next purchase selecting similar type of paper/quality level. Eventually, aim to own your largest artwork in the highest quality you can afford. Size matters, and the quality will shine and become a signature piece of your home. But do not overpay, unless you know exactly what you are getting.

To let you explore the levels and papers we offer sample print packs in XS sizes, featuring the same image printed on a variety of paper types. These sets are designed to show how the ink and image interact with different paper types, allowing you to see how each paper affects the final look and feel of the artwork. It’s a perfect introduction to the core of printing craftsmanship, helping you make more confident and informed choices as you build your art collection.

2.Have a goal for your collection. Have a plan for what you want to collect. Buying random pieces in various sizes and quality levels is rarely a good strategy. Do your research and think about the collection you want to build. Is it going to be around one specific model or photographer? Is it a special visual style that you want to focus on? Is it size, materials ore ranting technique that appeal to you? Remember—any plan is usually better than no plan at all. It’s very easy to spend a fortune on art and still end up with random pieces rather than a well thought collection. Value your time and money - take the time to plan how you want to spend them.

3.Accept that some of your initial purchases may not be your best. Most certainly, your tastes and budget sensitivity will evolve over time, and you might eventually sell or give away some of your earlier pieces. If your tastes don’t evolve, you probably didn’t buy art that truly resonates with you in the first place. The most important thing is that art should make you happy - it has no other purpose than this. But art buying is also a risk. If you find yourself constantly thinking about how much you paid for a piece, that’s usually a sign you overpaid - take it as a signal and learn from it. But if you look at it and feel like your home wouldn’t be the same without it, then you’ve probably found the right one. In that case, the feeling it gives you - the dopamine, the quiet rush every time you see it was worth every cent.In the end, art is about the journey and the personal connection it creates. It should reflect who you are, inspire you, and bring you joy.