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Photography has been a passion of mine for years. It is mainly just a hobby and I am always learning something new. The problem I ran into was there is just so much information out there and I was having a tough time organizing it all and keeping track of fun stuff I was finding. I decided I wanted one place to track all my links and misc information that I could access from anywhere, so I decided to start a blog to keep track of various tips, tricks, links and other information. The added bonus of using a blog is not only could I access it from various locations, I also could share it with others that might be interested. Now seeing that there is constantly new information coming out it is clear that this blog will never cover everything. Oh and please note I realize I am by no means an expert on any of these topics. Think of this blog as a starting point for references to help guide you in your search for the information you need.

Oh and if you are wondering I am a Canon, PC, and Photoshop user. So if things seem skewed that way it is only because that is what I use and not because I feel it is the best option nor what everyone else should be using. Always remember to do your research before buying something. Make sure it is the best thing for you, and that you are buying from a reputable site if you are shopping online.

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Sunday, March 2, 2008

Where to get prints made

Now I have all these cool digital images.. Where should I get them printed?? This is a question that gets asked over and over. There are countless online sites for your "snapshots". Some of the more popular ones are:
Kodak Gallery - I have been really happy with these for snapshots.
Shutterfly - I have liked these also and I have been happy with their little books for fun stuff.
Snapfish - I will never use them again after terrible customer service experience and terrible print quality.

As for local places it really depends who is in the lab printing them. You just need to try them out and see if you are happy with the results or if you aren't do they work with you to make them right? I have never heard good things about Wal-Mart for printing so I would have to say I personally would avoid them.

For your professional printing needs the most popular are:
WHCC
Mpix
ACI
Color Inc
But there are MANY MANY others. Do some test prints and choose which you like best!

I want some big poster sized prints, canvases, or something unique, is there anyplace to get these done in addition to places already listed?

Check out Wallhogs for something different.
Canvas on Demand
Pixel 2 Canvas These guys can make some HUGE canvas prints..
The Poster Place


Another common question is, "What kind of paper should I get for that "professional" look?" Everyone is going to have a preference for this so you should really get some printed up on all the types you are considering and decide which you like the best.
The most commonly used are:
Matte
Luster
soft gloss
Satin
Metallic- looks better for some prints more than others.
Linen Texture - This makes it harder for people to scan your pictures.

If you are wondering, "Why not glossy?" There is a few reasons for that. Fingerprints show very easily, they stick to page protectors when scrap booking and if you do not use a mat when framing your pictures they will stick to the glass, and that is just no good.

Please share where you have gotten prints made and your experience so we can all learn from each other.

Posted by Chell at 9:31 PM

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