When most consumers see a photo on canvas, they immediately assume it is done by a professional and priced well out of their budget. But now, the newest technology has made it easy for anyone to own a dramatic work of art – from their own snapshot – at a very reasonable price.
It only takes a small amount of time to select the proper canvas size and style through a trusted web vendor. Various enhancements are available – such as an artistic ‘brush-touch’ technique or a classic sepia-toned coloring. The digital photo is either sent to the vendor’s website, or the print can be dropped in the mail . A completed canvas can be delivered to the doorstep in less than 7-10 days.
The following is an easy, step-by-step guide to get started:
1) Select a Company that uses Adobe certified artists - the best companies in the business use only professionals in order to ensure the individualized care needed to enhance a snapshot. Nearly all photos can use a little help to make them “canvas-worthy,” and skilled experts are required to do this. The photo will be screened to carefully bring out the best in the image. The vendor should not charge for the service to enhancement your photo. Note: a large mass-production vendor can never be expected to do this.
2) Look for Interactive Communication - trusted vendors will ensure their artists are accessible for special instructions or advice. Consumers should be able to communicate via e-mail or a direct toll-free number. A company should not be considered if this is not easily apparent..
3) Upload the Photo or Drop in the Mail - Canvases are almost always ordered online. The customer should have the option of uploading the image through the website or sending the print through the mail. It is important to note the format does not affect the quality of the canvas.
4) Keep Sizing and Pricing in Mind - After the appropriate size and style are selected, the customer should carefully review the pricing and shipping costs. There should be no hidden or add -on charges. The most popular size is 20X24 and the typical price will range between $110 - $130 plus shipping. Watch for “add-ons” such as premium stretcher bars and image enhancement services.
5) Special Requests Should be Available - Sometimes snapshots require extra enhancement above and beyond standard retouching offered. In this case, the company should contact the customer and discuss pricing up front before payment.
6) Pay Attention to Product Details - The consumer should pay careful attention to the quality of materials used by the vendor. Only museum-quality canvas and archival inks should be considered.
7) Insist on Quality Gallery Wrap and Thick, Sturdy Framing - For the best results, make sure the vendor uses a technique called Gallery Wrapping. This special hand stretching process will wrap the image around the edge of the frame so there is no white canvas showing, and the corners are tight and neat. Always ask if the vendor can extend the image around the edges without cropping into your photo – you don’t want the top of someone’s head cropped off on the final photo canvas. Also, the internal wood frame should be at least 1 1/4″ thick to prevent warping and have a professional finish.
By following these simple guidelines you can be assured that your precious photograph will be transformed into an extraordinary piece of wall art for your home, office or as a gift. PhotoArtPeople.com is one company that adheres to all the above guidelines and backs it up with the industry’s only 110% no-questions asked money back guarantee. We can do it because we have a perfect customer satisfaction history – not one return in 3 years.
