Baton Rouge, Louisiana · Est. Since Childhood

Where Light
Becomes Legacy

Fine art giclée printing, photo restoration & original works
crafted with archival precision for collectors who demand the extraordinary.

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A large-format archival print coming off the printer in David Humphreys' studio
50+ Years
of Craft

A Lifetime
Devoted to Image

David Humphreys has spent a lifetime studying the relationship between light, memory, and permanence. Born and raised in the cultural richness of Louisiana, his work draws on the Spanish moss-draped bayous, the jazz-soaked streets, and the layered histories of Baton Rouge — translated into images that endure.

As both a working fine artist and a master giclée printer, David occupies a rare space: he understands image-making from conception to archival output. Every print produced in his studio carries that dual knowledge — the sensitivity of an artist and the precision of a craftsman.

His restoration work has brought irreplaceable family photographs back from the edge of loss, returning heirlooms to the families who thought them gone forever. His original works hang in private collections across the country.

David Humphreys

Ways to
Work Together

From breathing new life into damaged family photographs, to producing archival prints that will outlast generations — every service is approached with the same devotion to craft and uncompromising quality.

01

Photo Restoration

Faded, torn, water-damaged, or aged photographs are meticulously restored — digitally and in print — returning your most precious memories to their former glory and beyond.

02

Fine Art Giclée Printing

Archival-quality printing on museum-grade papers and canvas. Pigment inks rated for 100+ years. Each print is color-profiled and hand-inspected before delivery to artists and collectors.

03

Original Artwork

Unique original works — photography, mixed media, and fine art prints — available for acquisition by private collectors. Each piece arrives with a certificate of authenticity and provenance documentation.

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Limited Edition Prints

Signed and numbered editions of David's most celebrated works. Strictly limited runs ensure lasting investment value. Each print is hand-signed and accompanied by a certificate of edition.

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05

Custom Commissions

Bespoke artwork and printing commissions conceived in close collaboration with the client. Whether for home, corporate collection, or a meaningful gift — a vision brought to life with complete artistic care.

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Commercial & Portrait Photography

On location or in studio, for businesses, families, and individuals — corporate and product work alongside portraits built to last as heirlooms.

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Food Photography

Nationally recognized, fifty years in corporate and restaurant campaigns — true food photography built to sell, not editorial styling for social media.

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Vintage convention panorama after restoration Faded vintage convention panorama before restoration
Before After

Convention Panorama · Atlanta, GA

Fading and a heavy sepia cast removed from a vintage convention panorama. Contrast, tonal range and detail restored across hundreds of faces.

A fisherman on a working dock, in warm-toned black and white
From the studio

Dockside, Toned Print

Warm-toned black & white photograph of a working dock.

Black and white studio portrait of a young child
From the studio

Riley

Black & white studio portrait.

Black and white fine art study of a camellia blossom
From the studio

Camellia

Black & white fine art study.

Black and white still life of a bound heart
From the studio

Broken Heart

Black & white still life.

Golden seahorse on a dark background
From the studio

Seahorse Glow

Warm-toned fine art still life.

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The Journey from
Vision to Artwork

01

Consultation

We begin with a conversation — in person, by phone, or via email — to understand your vision, the intended space, and what you hope the work will carry emotionally and aesthetically.

02

Concept & Proposal

A detailed proposal is presented: media, dimensions, paper selection, edition details, and timeline. No work begins until every element is agreed upon and you are fully confident.

03

Creation

David crafts your piece with full creative attention. Progress proofs are shared throughout the process. Archival inks and museum-grade substrates are used for every work without exception.

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Delivery & Installation

Every work is hand-inspected, signed (where applicable), and packaged with archival care. White-glove local delivery and installation assistance is available throughout the greater Baton Rouge area.

Words of
Trust

★★★★★

David is an artist photographer He will be viewed like Fonville who became an artist as well as a photographer.

Al McDuff

Client Review · January 2024

★★★★★

David is one of the most creative photographers that I have had the opportunity to work with and learn from over the years. It's always a pleasure to work with him. I can count on the results.

Stan Dark

Client Review · August 2024

★★★★★

David’s creativity is matched with the highest level of professional expertise, experience and collaboration. Every project David has far exceeded expectations.

Ann Edelman

Client Review · March 2024

Let's Create
Something
Enduring

Studio

David Humphreys-Photographer, LLC
4624 Hyacinth Avenue
Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70808
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Hours

By appointment

Commission inquiries are responded to within 48 hours. Studio consultations by appointment. Fine art giclée printing turnaround is typically 5–10 business days depending on scale and complexity.