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12/18/2008 11:33:51 AM · #1 |
Anyone have any of these done? I've been doing canvases lately, and I'm interested in other frameless alternatives. I saw some of these at someone's house recently and they looked good.
Hoping that they are an inexpensive alterntive to Canvas (and still nicer than frames!)
If you've used an online service to do them, please provide links!
Also, anyone find a place to get their prints done and dry mounted?
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12/18/2008 12:00:07 PM · #2 |
Neil, I've tried a few of these options & they sell decently. Sometimes its more important THAT you have a sample to show. People want something that others don't have... so provide them with it. :)
Who is your regular lab & what do they offer? Most days its easier to go with your regular vendor. That said, I've considered trying MPIX 'standout' mounts. Not my everyday printer, but I've used them before & been happy about it.
Link to MPIX's mounted products |
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12/18/2008 12:39:09 PM · #3 |
| mpix is my everyday printer! works fine for me fast shipping too. |
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12/18/2008 01:27:42 PM · #4 |
are you talking about laminated prints ? or canvas on board (MDF)?
from what i've read - they don't have the longevity
the ones i've had done looked good but were roughly 2x more than canvas .. |
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12/18/2008 05:11:53 PM · #5 |
when reading up on mounting prints, etc, I seem to remember something about humidity having a say in how long "they last." Especially if it goes back and forth between dry and humid alot. Here is CO, not much to worry about.
Not to mention that my son's mother got a 24x36 print of mine mounted on board, cuz "they said it was the best way." I pointed out to her that there were air bubbles, and a crease. Told her to take it back and have em fix it. she won't. Need to find out who did the mounting for her.
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12/18/2008 05:59:57 PM · #6 |
I use Miller's Imaging, and quite frequently order Canvas bonded to Masonite. For Christmas this year, I've had, I think, 15 clients order this product. Most like that it can "pop" right into a nice frame and needs no glass - looks kind of like a painting on canvas. (I don't think any of my clients have used these without a frame - though you could I guess.)
The first few - nearly two years ago - I had delivered to me first, so that I could see them before delivering to the client, and they were all breathtaking. I now have them shipped directly to the client, and every single client has LOVED these.
I've not tried anyone else's product of this type - I stick with Miller's because their work is superb, customer service is first-rate, they ship nearly overnight, and they package the products extremely well. (One client's UPS person left a canvas out on their deck in the rain - it was packaged so well - sealed in plastic, that it didn't damage the canvas at all.)
that's my 2¢ worth.
Message edited by author 2008-12-18 18:00:23. |
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12/18/2008 06:56:49 PM · #7 |
We do have a pro lab here I've used once, but MPix looks pretty good to me. They are of course much pricier than DPCPrints, but unfortunately, DPC doesn't offer mounting.
I do already use CanvasOnDemand for canvas prints, and they are wonderful. I normally get 3/4" Gallery wraps, but I might try one at Mpix later to compare.
Meanwhile, for the Mpix customers:
1) is the "lustre coating" nice? It's not expensive, but is it a "plus" and hence worth it?
2) Anyone try one of their standouts? Seems very cool....
16x24 - Standout on E-Surface paper $80.00 $80.00
Color Conversion: None
Edge Color: Black
Lustre Coating $2.30 1 $2.30
Item total $82.30
...but costs significantly more than the wholesale price of a CanvasOnDemand gallery wrap (especially when you order two at a time, since CanvasOnDemand discounts the second one!).
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12/18/2008 09:45:27 PM · #8 |
I just had some done by a local printery and the "Expensive" one that was 16x20 cost me $32.
I had some done by Staples, but the only way they were able to do it was to laminate them to the foam board.
I really didn't like the highly reflective, shiny surface.
I found this printer, he's really a super guy, and he wants to move into more photography.
He's primarily graphics, but he likes the work I've been bringing him and is looking to cultivate photographers.
He's been working with some files I gave him to work over product reps for new printers.
Gotta love that!!!!
He does REALLY nice work!
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12/18/2008 11:51:04 PM · #9 |
[quote=nshapiro]
Meanwhile, for the Mpix customers:
1) is the "lustre coating" nice? It's not expensive, but is it a "plus" and hence worth it?
2) Anyone try one of their standouts? Seems very cool....
1.) I never bother with the luster coating as I think its some form of gimmick. Prints look great without. never compared though...
I like paying the 5 bucks extra and they boutique package it for you. It looks really nice. I love it
Also use the true black and white paper for any black and whites you have. It looks pretty close to real black and white darkroom paper. the blacks look deeper and richer.
2.) I'm ordering a sample for the studio soon I'll let you know what I think. |
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