"Printing pictures has a long and rich history that dates back to ancient civilizations, such as the Chinese, who used woodblock printing to create images and text on paper. However, it wasn't until the invention of the printing press in the 15th century that printing images became more widespread and accessible. Johannes Gutenberg's invention revolutionized the world of printing by allowing for the mass production of books and images. In the following centuries, printing technology advanced, leading to the creation of lithography, which allowed for the printing of multi-color images. The invention of photography in the 19th century further revolutionized the printing industry, allowing for the creation of photographic images, which could be printed and mass produced. Today, printing technology continues to evolve, with the development of digital printing, which has made printing images faster, more cost-effective, and of higher quality than ever before."
Location:Â United KingdomMember since:Â Dec 18, 2001Seller:Â art-arc