How Artists Turn Prints Into Profitable Magnets
(but first...)
What is a giclée print?
“Giclée” (zhee-CLAY) is a fancy word for a simple idea: museum-level inkjet printing. It means printing on archival, acid-free fine-art paper with pigment inks that resist fading. Translation: your colors stay true, your blacks stay deep, and your work keeps its integrity for years. That matters when your art travels from gallery wall to fridge door. If it represents you, it should last and it’s part of our quality promise.
Why magnets belong in your artist lineup
If you’re already selling originals or prints, adding custom printed magnets for your art gives you a new price point, a wider audience, and zero extra production on your end. Think of them as tiny billboards for your work—seen every day, loved in real life, and easy to pack for shows.
1) Easy entry point for new fans
Not everyone is ready to spend $50+ on a print. Price them between $5–$12 (maybe even more), and invite impulse buys and let casual admirers become customers. Add your name, social media handles, or URL on the back rim and it doubles as a business card they’ll actually keep and proudly display.
2) High margin, low hassle
Magnets are easy to ship, easy to store, and simple to price. Order at wholesale, set a retail that fits your brand, and keep the difference. No frames, no glass, no drama.
3) Zero production overhead
Although, this works best if you have a digital file with lighting edits you’ve already handled; We have the capacity to take your file (photo or scan) and make the right micro tweaks for the best print quality, color consistency and finish work. You choose the designs and quantities; we deliver ready-to-sell magnets. Your studio time stays focused on creating, not manufacturing.
4) The perfect teaser [add-on or gift]
“Want a matching magnet with your print?” is an easy upsell at shows and online. Magnets are grab-and-go gifts that complement larger purchases without cannibalizing them.
5) Daily brand visibility
When your art lives on a fridge, it’s seen every morning. That steady touchpoint (micro-impressions) builds recall and keeps you top-of-mind for commissions and larger pieces.
6) Seasonal and themed drops
Release small magnet runs for new collections or holidays, sell or gift them as singles or set them up as gift bundles for maximum impact.
Making Mini Magnetic Masterpieces That Hold Their Own
We treat every design like a miniature print.
- Archival print quality
Fine-art paper and pigment inks for depth, clarity, and longevity. - Protective, glossy finish
A polished surface that makes colors pop and stands up to real life. - Sturdy acrylic shell
Keeps the print flat and protected without warping. - Full-size magnet back
Strong hold. Yes, it can pin the world’s longest receipt.
The result is a small format piece that looks professional, feels substantial, and reflects the care you put into your work.
How to get started (simple and fast)
- Choose your artwork and quantities
- Send high-resolution files (we’ll share ideal specs)
- Approve a physical mock up with your print
- Receive ready-to-sell magnets for your next show or shop drop
Want to test first? Start with a small run. We offer NO minimums and bulk pricing as you scale.
The Ink and Magnets standard
Every magnet that leaves our studio is hand-pressed with care and always triple checked. If something isn’t right, we make it right. Your art deserves that.
Food for thought
Great art doesn’t only live on white walls. Sometimes it lives on a fridge where people gather, laugh, and make the day happen. If your work is meant to be seen, let it live in the heart of a home—close enough to touch, durable enough to last for decades.
I encourage you to reach out, or send me a photo of what you’re looking for. No commitment expected or required. Just a friendly face, excited to see your art and happy to keep doing what I love.
xo,
Marli
hello@inkandmagnets.com
Have a file ready to upload, order your magnets here.
