8/04/2012

Professional Photo Printing: Why Is It Such A Big Deal?

By Daniel B. Wiedeman


"Professional photo printing" does not simply mean photo printing you pay for. It's not anything you'll find at your average drugstore or megastore. We're talking about experienced printers who take time and care in their work. Professional photo prints could not be more unlike mass-produced ones. Choosing to go to a professional printing company is the best thing you can do for your favorite photos.

No detail is forgotten at a professional photo printing house. Imagine for a moment that you have just taken the finest photograph of your life. Which of these "printers" sounds like the better candidate for the job of printing it? A retail employee with zero training and almost no experience? Or a true photography lover who has worked in the printing industry for years? It's your call, of course, but we think it's a no-brainer.

At professional photo printing houses, the final print, not the fee, is the key. These people will stop at nothing to deliver to you the best photo printing service possible.

Professional photo printing houses provide materials of the highest quality. Their photo paper is substantial, luxurious, and long-lasting. Additionally, they'll give you a pick of a gloss, semi-gloss, or matte finish. These are good options to have if you're planning on displaying a large print; paper prints need to be protected by glass, and this combined with a gloss finish can create reflections from a distance. Matte paper is a more practical way to go.

You can also choose from a variety of less orthodox media when you go to a printing house:

Metal photo prints - This medium stands the test of time - it's strong, scratch-resistant, and extremely beautiful. The majority of photo printing houses allow you to choose either a metallic coating or a matte one.

Leather photo prints - This is perhaps the least orthodox printing material, but it's great for personalizing your belongings. Most printers can transfer photos onto wallets, purses, or sometimes jackets. Leather prints are also fun to hang on the wall - the unique texture throws visitors for a loop.

Canvas photo prints - Big prints benefit especially from being made on canvas; it's strong, matte, and durable. Prints done on canvas don't fade easily; the coarse fibers absorb and protect ink. Its slightly knubbly texture also adds a "painting-like" quality to your print, giving it an extra-glamorous touch.




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