My mom has mentioned wanting new photo portraits of me, my brother, and our dogs (her grand-dogs)--I know, kinda corny. But we thought that this would be a good idea for a Christmas present, so we went to the park over Thanksgiving and did a little photo shoot. What's the best way to get good quality prints of our digital pictures? [more inside]
posted by mingodingo on Dec 2, 2009 - 11 answers

What is the process that allows for long-lasting non-digital prints onto ceramics? [more inside]
posted by jedrek on Aug 13, 2009 - 4 answers

What do I need to know before printing my 640x480 image on 11" x 14" paper? [more inside]
posted by pollex on Apr 2, 2009 - 23 answers

I just got a diana f+ camera. I have shoten? shot, 3 rolls of film and none of them have turned out well. All of the images are extremely blurry. We have tried out the fish eye, the telephoto and the wide angle lenses as well as the color gels and the long exposures. So far only the long exposures seem to be turning out at all. None of the other pics display the attributes of the accessories used. There are no color changes or changes in the clarity. SO my question is...what am I doing wrong? [more inside]
posted by madmamasmith on Mar 10, 2009 - 16 answers

I'm interested in printing a few of my wife's digital photographs as a gift to her. I don't know a thing about photography (my wife is the expert), so I'm looking for some advice. Here's some details: I have the original hi-res versions (she uses a Nikon D70, so I think the files are large jpegs). I'm interested in pretty large prints - probably around 24" x 18". I'm not too concerned about cost - my priorities are the highest possible quality, and longevity. Ideally, I'd love to use someone local (Boston, MA). Can anyone recommend a printer? What specifically should I ask for? (Types of printing, types of paper, etc.). Many thanks in advance!
posted by stuehler on Dec 15, 2008 - 13 answers

I'm looking for professional digital printing services in Beijing similar to this one in Shanghai. I've used the Shanghai service several times for very large prints including gallery mounting and I need a comparable service in Beijing. It's important that the technician speak at least moderate english and that they have a good selection of professional papers and inks. FWIW, I've spoken quickly to a couple of shops at Wukesong in Beijing and haven't been impressed yet.
posted by michswiss on Nov 1, 2008 - 0 answers

I have: A great camera (Nikon D700), a great printer (Epson 3800), a good eye for urban travel photos (a recent local gallery showing). I don't have: A decent website or any pictures on Flickr, a photography network of any kind. My objective is to supplement my current income with income from photography. What's my next step?
posted by Xurando on Oct 9, 2008 - 5 answers

What are my options for gallery-quality prints from slide film? [more inside]
posted by Sreiny on Jul 5, 2008 - 6 answers

How can I put together an amazing portfolio for potential employers, as an advertising student? (I have the content, but need to decide what to put in the portfolio...and more importantly decide what to house my portfolio in!) [more inside]
posted by whiskey point on Mar 11, 2008 - 7 answers

How to clean clogged printheads on an Epson Stylus Photo 2000p printer [more inside]
posted by slowtree on May 23, 2007 - 7 answers

What's the best mail-order digital photo printing service for Australians at the moment? [more inside]
posted by Jimbob on Apr 28, 2007 - 4 answers

Which is the best online photo printing service? This was asked two years ago, but things may have changed. My priorities would be: archival quality prints; good service; and reasonable prices, in that order. Most ideal would be a Canadian service, but a second choice would be a U.S. service that mentions that they ship to Canada with reasonable fees.
posted by jellicle on Mar 29, 2007 - 6 answers

How do you check a secondhand Epson 7600 printer is in good condition and maintain it ? [more inside]
posted by sgt.serenity on Mar 2, 2007 - 2 answers

In regards to design and press printing. Towards the bottom of this Paper Specs article it touches on an overprint varnishing technique called "dot-on-dot varnishing." Is anyone familiar with this technique and care to elaborate on how it is accomplished and the effect it has on the final piece? [more inside]
posted by monsta coty scott on May 29, 2006 - 4 answers

A number of online photo printing services have been mentioned here on AskMeFi, but a search hasn't revealed one that will print to my liking. I'm looking for a top notch black and white print with archival borders - 8x10 image on 11x14 paper. I'm working with high quality scans of black and white negatives. Suggestions?
posted by aladfar on May 20, 2006 - 4 answers

Fine art digital photo printing in the SF Bay Area? [more inside]
posted by DaShiv on May 8, 2006 - 4 answers

Fellow artists: I want to paint and collage over photos printed onto canvas. Looking for advice about pitfalls, materials that work, etc... [more inside]
posted by wetpaint on Apr 12, 2006 - 11 answers

I want to make a poster out of this massive picture (29 megs) of the center of the milky way. Whats the cheapest way to do this?
posted by pwally on Jan 14, 2006 - 27 answers

A few questions about printing digital photos in NYC, and tangentially, the legality thereof. [more inside]
posted by Vidiot on Oct 21, 2005 - 19 answers

I have 500+ digital pictures from our wedding/honeymoon. I want to have them printed, and I don't have a photo printer. What are your experiences with the online photo printer places - shutterfly, ofoto, etc.? Would I be better off just buying a photo printer? Mostly I just want basic 4x6 prints to put in a book; a few I want to have blown up.
posted by dpx.mfx on Jun 13, 2005 - 23 answers

Are color calibration devices generally a worthwhile investment? I'm a photographer, and I'm tired of holding my breath every time I print. [+] [more inside]
posted by neilkod on Dec 23, 2004 - 13 answers

I have: A dorm room wall, about 8' x 11', and access to a high quality, 54" printer that prints to a roll. I want to cover my whole wall with one image. Help me, please. [MI] [more inside]
posted by rfordh on Sep 14, 2004 - 33 answers

I've been experimenting with various photographic processes for a few years now, and would like to begin selling prints of my work. Does anyone have experience creating their own giclee prints, or recommendations for a printer that they've worked with? (more inside, naturally) [more inside]
posted by annathea on Feb 10, 2004 - 10 answers

What's the best place (online or otherwise) to get prints made from my digital photos? The less expensive the better, as long as somebody can vouch for the quality. [more inside]
posted by Aaorn on Dec 15, 2003 - 24 answers