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Samurai Art by David Thatcher

Insight - Fine Art Photography

I thought it would be helpful to provide some background on my motivations for producing the samurai fine art prints that I create.

Photography has been a passion of mine for many years, though many are surprised to learn how deeply it connects to my love of history and Japanese samurai culture. During my school years, my art teacher introduced me to Military Customs in Old Japan, a remarkable book first published in 1893. Its striking photographs of samurai clad in traditional armour immediately captured my imagination and inspired me to create countless line drawings based on them.

I have long admired the pioneering work of 19th-century photographers such as Felice Beato and Baron Raimund von Stillfried. I often wonder what they would have achieved with today’s advanced cameras and technology. My photography is greatly influenced by the chanbara era of early Japanese cinema, particularly the films of Akira Kurosawa and, more recently, the remake of James Clavell’s Shōgun.

Although my work as a dealer and publisher leaves little time for drawing, photography has become the perfect medium for me to continue creating fine art. Through my lens, I aim to bring the timeless spirit of the samurai to life with the hope of offering collectors and enthusiasts a unique fusion of history, artistry, and storytelling. I hope that you like my selection of samurai fine art prints.

Samurai portrayed by Felice Beato
Meiji Period.
Japan early 20th century

Quality Above All

At the heart of everything we do is an unwavering commitment to quality. The fine art we produce is crafted to the highest standards, in close collaboration with two esteemed photographic labs, both are Hahnemühle (Gold Studio) and Canson (Certified Print Lab) as trusted studio partners.

We exclusively use museum-grade, 100% cotton rag papers that are free from artificial brighteners, ensuring exceptional archival longevity. Paired with state-of-the-art Canon and Epson printers using pigment-based inks, our prints deliver outstanding depth, detail, and durability—designed to stand the test of time.

We offer three premium types of artworks to suit your space and style:

Giclée Prints

Printed on museum-grade fine art paper, our Giclée Prints feature a subtle semi-gloss finish that beautifully enhances colour and detail. These prints are designed to be framed under glass, offering a classic and timeless presentation.
50 x 70cm Limited to only 10 copies.
£500.

Giclée Boards

These prints are finished with a protective matte varnish, eliminating the need for glass. Lightweight and elegantly framed, Giclée Boards offer a refined, glare-free surface with a contemporary look that’s both durable and easy to display.
80cm x 110cm Limited to only 10 copies
£3,900.

Giclée Canvas

Our signature offering, Giclée Canvas artworks are printed on high-quality canvas and stretched over durable stretcher bars. Finished with a semi-gloss protective varnish and mounted in a sleek floating frame, these pieces deliver gallery-level impact and texture.
Limited to only 4 copies
£5,000

Museum Grade Artworks
Made to the Highest Standards

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