Peter Lawlor

Permalife

Luxury, artisan-crafted aluminum artwork designed to last for generations.

Permalife is more than a print it is a dimensional, handcrafted artwork created through a proprietary aluminum process developed by Peter Lawlor.

Watch the videos below to experience the texture, relief, and depth that make Permalife unique.

Curated Permalife Collection

Below are specially curated Permalife images available in a variety of sizes.
Click any image to enlarge and view available dimensions.

What is Permalife?

As traditional photographic silver-halide materials began to be replaced with less archival options such as inkjet and dye-sublimation prints, Peter  who holds a Bachelor of Science in Photo Engineering Technology  set out to find a more robust alternative. His goal was not only to create an archival product that could be passed down through generations, but also one durable enough to withstand the wear and tear of homes with children and busy business environments. Permalife is a proprietary, high-end aluminum printing process that combines:

  • High-resolution imaging
  • Hand-etched metalwork
  • Relief and embossing effects
  • UV-cured, heat-set protective coatings

Advantages of Permalife Prints

Washable Surface

Permalife prints can be cleaned with soap and water without damaging the image.

Superior UV Resistance

Highly resistant to fading, even in bright rooms or direct
sunlight.

One-of-a-Kind Artwork

Each piece is individually handcrafted, making every print unique.

Exceptional Durability

Ideal for high-traffic homes, business lobbies, and commercial spaces.

How Permalife Prints Are Created

Step 1
Image Preparation

Peter personally prepares each image. Panoramas are carefully stitched together to create a seamless, cohesive file.

Step 2
Relief & Embossing Design

The image file is sent to a Hungarian graphic artist who classifies designated areas for relief, embossing, or a combination of both  based on Peter’s artistic direction.

Step 3
Hand-Prepared Aluminum Substrate

The image is transferred onto 1/10” high-grade aluminum, over three times thicker than typical dye-sublimation aluminum used by many pro labs.
Skilled artisans pre-work and hand-etch the aluminum to create unique textures and effects. This handcrafted stage ensures each piece is original.

Step 4
Proprietary Printing Process

After a proprietary base coat is applied, the image is created one pixel at a time using Permalife algorithms.
Multiple passes are used to build relief or embossed areas with specially sourced pigmented coatings.

Step 5
UV Curing

The printed piece is cured under ultraviolet light, significantly increasing resistance to fading and environmental damage.

Step 6
Protective Coating & Heat Setting

A final protective coating is applied and heat-set at 860°F, sealing the artwork.
The finished piece becomes highly durable and washable, designed for decades of display.

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