Tuesday, July 24, 2012

What's The Point Of Getting Canvas Photo Prints?

By Cathy T. Tocco


Canvas photo prints are, as one might guess, pictures printed on high-quality canvas. You might ponder why one would go with canvas. In fact, there's more than one explanation. Canvas photo prints are better than paper prints in a number of ways. The fabric base allows for richness and complexity. The slight texture has the effect of making a simple photograph look like a painting. There's nothing else that makes a photo print look quite so special, whether you're putting it on your wall or giving it to a loved one.

What's more, canvas photo prints work better than paper for large photographs. Photo paper is thinner and less sturdy than canvas. Photo paper also has a harder time absorbing ink, so a paper photo print is more likely to fade over time. To keep it from fading, you need to use a protective covering - either glass or a chemical finish. Large paper prints also have to be mounted, as they are too fragile to hang alone. With its superior absorbency and durability, canvas is a wiser choice.

You can choose among cotton canvas, polyester canvas, and a blend. Cotton is natural, while polyester is artificial. Pure polyester tends to be cheaper, but the absence of natural materials makes for lower absorbency. Meanwhile, cotton is costs a bit more, but its fibers are more receptive to pigment. Your best bet is to seek out a company that offers a cotton-poly blend, which gives you all the perks of a pure cotton canvas at a lower price. Be sure to select a canvas with a neutral pH, as this will prevent your colors from fading.

Generally, you can purchase your canvas photo prints already stretched and framed or mounted to your liking. You can also get them "as is," unstretched and rolled up. However, this isn't the best idea unless you know how to stretch canvas. The company's stretchers have been working with canvas for years - they have the know-how, the tools, and the space to do it properly. Your safest bet is to leave it to the pros.

So, whether you're making presents or art to put on your wall, consider getting your special professional photo printing done on canvas. You'll be astounded at the difference it makes, both now and in the years to come.




About the Author:



No comments:

Post a Comment