We certainly see some amazing pictures on canvas. But we know you're probably not an expert on all the ins and outs of canvas printing! Here's some great tips for making your canvas photo even better:
1. Right to the Source
When taking pictures for canvas, be sure to set your camera at the highest settings. At the very least, you should be sure that your camera is generating files that are about 1800x2400 pixels (a little over 4 mega pixels). Of course, high end digital SLR cameras take the best photos for canvas, but most digital cameras can take pictures this size if the settings are correct.
2. Take a close look
Open up your digital picture in Photoshop. Does everything look okay? Sometimes, you'll notice small problems or blemishes caused by a bad setup, poor lighting, movement, or random background objects. Remember that your photo on canvas will be large, at least 12" by 16"! Minor scratches or imperfections will be very obvious on the final canvas picture.
Don't worry! Our skilled image editors catch a lot of the most obvious problems, but they can't catch everything! If you are a pro photographer, taking this extra time to make sure the image is high quality will definitely pay off huge.
3. Color is Subjective
Color is a tough subject, especially for professional photographers. Did you know that every computer monitor displays colors slightly differently? Therefore, be careful if you are trying to do minor color enhancements or changes for your canvas photo! Although it might look just right on your computer, there's no way for us to know what you're seeing, so we won't be able to match exactly.
Our experts are highly skilled at making subjective decisions to enhance color and make sure that the picture on canvas will look amazing. If you're getting your photo on canvas from someone else, be sure you understand what process, if any, your image will go through before it gets sent to the printer. Some printers simply send each image as they are received, which can have some unintended, undesirable effects!
4. Care for your Canvas Photo
Photographs on canvas are like fine art. They are made with the same materials and held to the same standards. Remember to keep your canvas photo out of direct sunlight. Clean with a damp cloth, and avoid contact with tape.
Also, try to keep the canvas photo in a temperature controlled environment. Of course, I don't expect you to keep your A/C on 24 hours a day, but extreme fluctuations from hot to cold can cause damage.
Cared for properly, pictures on canvas can last for years and years!
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