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CANVAS PRINTS
Paintings and drawings used to be the only type of canvas artwork. Now you are able to print your own image onto canvas to make your own custom artwork! As long as you have a digital image, you are able to print photos, make reproductions of your artwork or classical art. READ MORE
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WHAT IS GICLEE?
Giclée (pronounced gee-clay) is a fine-art printing process that uses digital images, high-end printers and archival inks, to print on superior quality paper or canvas material. This type of ink jet printing has become very popular with artists and photographer, over recent years. READ MORE
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COLOR MATCH
Digitizing artwork allows an artist to make print reproductions, use it as digital media and archive their hard work. So, it is in their best interest to have the digital image look like their original work. Color matching is an important process that happens before the final print is made. READ MORE
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INKJET VS ARTIST CANVAS
Canvas is a durable material that can be easily transported and placed over rigid substrates. It's application range from boat sails to fashion accessories. Artists use it as a painting surface and we use it for printing. However, there are different types of canvases for each use. READ MORE
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PRINTER INK TYPES
When an artist decides to create a reproduction of their artwork, they want the best materials to represent their work. In addition to deciding the type of paper to print on, it is also important to choose the best inks for your print. READ MORE
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ARTWORK SCAN VS PHOTOGRAPHY
Digitally capturing artwork allows an artist to create reproductions, use it for web content, and alter it without damaging the original. An artist can choose to scan or take a photo of their work. This article compares the different techniques and their capabilities. READ MORE
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LOW RESOLUTION IMAGES
One of the biggest concerns with print is the image quality of the photograph. When a customer wants to print a giclee they want the end results to be flawless. There are instances where the photograph cannot be enlarged to the size you want. However, there are various solutions that will allow you to do this. READ MORE
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INKJET PAPERS
There is a large variety of papers available for art reproductions and photographs. The paper finish and formulation are important factors on how your prints will turn out. READ MORE
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CANVAS PRINT COATINGS
To protect your canvas print, we recommend applying a coating over to keep it from physical damange and preserve the inks. Each coating has it's own unique finish, read this article to decide what is best for your print. READ MORE
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GEL EMBELLISHMENT
A gel medium can be added to your canvas prints to give it texture that can mimic brush strokes, add depth and dimension, and make it look very unique. READ MORE
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GRAFFITI STREET ART
What is considered art is different for each individual. Graffiti is probably the most commonly known street art. It once was seen as vandalism, but over time it has become accepted and see as something beautiful. READ MORE
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ART GALLERY LIGHTING
After putting in all the hardwork to creating a piece art, an artist will probably decide to showcase it at an art gallery or exhibition. The way the art is displayed will impact how it is viewed. The right lighting is an important factor to optimize the artwork's colors, texture and imagery. READ MORE
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ALL ABOUT JPEGS
A "JPEG" is one of the most popular image files. However, with so many other image file extensions, we wonder if there is a reason for the differeniation? In this article, we focus on JPEGS and all it's attributes.
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10 ART SHOW TIPS
This is a list of ten art show tips that an artist might want to consider to execute a successful art show. READ MORE
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DRONE PHOTOGRAPHY
We are most familiar with drones being used in the military. They are unpiloted aircrafts controlled by someone on the ground. Drones are now available for commerical and personal use. In this article we focus on how a drone can be used for photography. READ MORE
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GICLEE CANVAS PRINTS
How does an image go from digital to giclee canvas print? There is a multi-step process involved to creating a beautiful custom canvas print. From the computer to your wall, we carefully work with your photo to insure it is the best custom artwork for you!READ MORE
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DIGITAL EDITING SOFTWARE
Not too long ago, we wouldn't know how our photographs would turn out until we developed them. Now, with everything being digitized, we are able to choose and alter our photos as we see fit. Photo editing software is widely available for professional and personal projects, and you don't need to have training to be able to use it! READ MORE
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INSTAGRAM PRINTS
Instagram is a popular social media platform that allows you to easily share your photos with the entire world. It has it's own built in camera, fun filters and easy-to-use photo editing features. But what happens to those photos after you share them? They most likely get stored away in your phone and overtime it is replaced with new photos on your Instgram feed. Why not print some of your photography and display it in your home or office. Read this article to find out how. READ MORE
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LARGE SCALE PRODUCTIONS
They sometimes say the bigger it is the better. You take a photo of a glorious scenic landscape and you want to print that is close to human scale, but how do you go about doing this? Continue reading our article and find out what you need to know when ordering a large custom size print. READ MORE
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DECKLE EDGE
A deckle edge is a paper that has a rough edge that looks like it was torn. It has a rustic and tradtional feel that many still want for their fine art reproductions. This article shows you how to create a deckled edge for your prints. READ MORE
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CHOOSING THE RIGHT PAPER FOR PRINTING
You want the best paper that suits your artwork. There are a variety of different papers available that will have a difference in how your final reproduction or photograph will look. This article discusses the different qualities of paper and maybe help you find the right one for your image. READ MORE
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DEEP DREAM EFFECT
Do you ever wonder what your computer is thinking and how it interprets information? Google figured how which lead to the creation of "Deep Dream Effect". Artistic effects are created on photos using the data your computer process. READ MORE
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CARING FOR FINE ART PRINTS
Today, fine art can be enjoyed by everyone. It is no longer exclusive to a small elite group of people. When you have a fine art print of one of your favorite pieces of art, you would definitely want to display it and show it off. You also want to take care of it, and this doesn't mean storing it away so no one will see it. This article shows you how to care for your fine art prints.READ MORE
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LARGE FORMANT INKJET PRINTING
Large format printers can be used for commerical and consumer needs. How these large prints differ from a regular desktop printer vary on a number of different things such as application, ink and substrates. Find out more in this article. READ MORE
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EPSON SURECOLOR P-SERIES - EPSON PROFESSIONAL IMAGING
There are a number of companies that make printers. They all have their take on inkjet printing and quality of standard. At KeenART Media, we use Epson printers for our large format giclee prints. In this article, we go in-depth on the printers we use and maybe it will help you decide if they are the right ones for your needs. READ MORE
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SENDING LARGE FILES
The best guarantee for a high quality print is to make sure the digital file is high resolution. This usually means the file is very large. For files larger than our 16MB allowance, we've compiled this list of options that will help get your files to us. READ MORE
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VIDEOS
This is a collection of videos, that we have created, ranging from tutorials to product information. READ MORE
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