Neon reproductions of famous paintings – is it possible? Automatic translate

An ordinary reproduction or photographic reproduction of any canvas cannot surprise anyone today. Cameras and printers with a resolution of more than 1440 dpi allow you to reproduce any canvas with fantastic accuracy, and image processing algorithms can easily correct defects that have arisen over time, if the client so desires. From such prints it is possible to make a real pictorial reproduction, when the artist simply applies strokes over the image printed on canvas, although this is significantly more expensive than a photographic reproduction. You can also order a reproduction made entirely by hand - even more expensive, very time consuming, but possible. But what are neon reproductions and is it technically possible?

Of course, an exact neon copy of the painting is impossible. This is due to technical limitations. The minimum rounding radius of flexible neon of the 1st generation is about 12 cm: therefore, we cannot talk about any accuracy. Neon signs can only roughly copy the images of a painting, and not every canvas is suitable for this. For example, it is quite possible to recognizably reproduce Munch’s “The Scream” in neon, but Savrasov’s landscapes are good because of their detail, and they cannot be realized in neon.

Why is such a barely recognizable copy of the painting needed?

Neon reproductions of paintings are used as an element of interior design and an additional source of lighting. Most often we are talking about home interiors - they are ordered by lovers of original solutions for themselves or as a gift. In addition, sometimes neon versions of famous works of art are purchased for the interiors of cafes, bars, nightclubs, some shops, etc. The main task of such signs is to give the interior some zest and a touch of intelligence; clients appreciate this.

Why did neon signs appear indoors at all - after all, this technology is for the open air?

This is partly true. Until recently, neon signs were used almost exclusively outdoors, as their manufacturing technology was not entirely suitable for creating small indoor solutions. In a classic neon sign, the light source is a gas discharge lamp: a glass tube containing an inert gas. When an electric current is passed through, an inert gas or a mixture of inert gases glows brightly, which glow is used to create an image.

Gas discharge lamps have been used in outdoor advertising for more than 100 years. This is a fairly reliable and durable solution, but it has several disadvantages. The main ones are high cost and fragility: it is very expensive, and it is very easy to damage it, and damaged lamps cannot be repaired.

Such signs are not suitable for interiors, but in recent years an alternative modern technology, the so-called flexible neon, has become widespread.

Flexible neon, in essence, has nothing to do with neon. This is actually an LED strip that is located inside a flexible silicone cord. The silicone cord diffuses the light of the LEDs in such a way that the lighting is completely uniform and accurately imitates the glow of gas-discharge neon lamps. At the same time, it is flexible, slightly elastic, easy to cut, bend at different angles and connect fragments. This allows you to obtain quite complex images, although, of course, sharp corners and circles of small radius cannot be made from it.

Advantages of flexible neon

• affordable price;
• ease of production of neon signs and lamps;
• long service life - more than 10,000 hours of continuous operation;
• high mechanical strength;
• maintainability.

To create any interior solutions, including the production of neon copies of paintings, flexible neon is used.

How long does it take to make a custom neon sign?

As a rule, the production itself takes from one to two days of work by one specialist: therefore, the cost of such a sign is low. However, different companies have different workloads and order processing systems, so the period can be extended to a week.

Where can I order a neon sign with a copy of the painting?

If you are in Moscow, you can always contact the Moscow Neon company. Moscow Neon has been producing neon signs for several years and today is one of the largest and most famous manufacturers in Russia. Prices for large neon signs at Moscow Neon start from 12,000 rubles. Agree, compared to a glass neon sign or even a high-quality reproduction of any canvas, this is quite inexpensive.

To get more detailed information or send a request for making a layout and calculating the cost of a neon sign, you can always call +7 (980) 800-16-92. By the way, it’s free.