How to Create Canvas Prints From Your Own Photos
Print your favorite photographs on canvas to use as chic, gallery-style home decorations or to give as thoughtful gifts. You can order canvas prints of your photographs from a variety of websites. Compare prices and shipping times before you decide to order from a particular site. If you'll be ordering multiple canvas prints, look for sites that offer discounts on second or third prints. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
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Set up an account with an online specialty printing site, such as Canvaspress, Photogonia, Photosprintedoncanvas or Chiccanvas.
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Select a canvas print style from the available options. In a "Gallery-Wrap" canvas print, the printed photograph will wrap around the edges of the canvas. In a traditional canvas print, the image will stop at the edge of the picture plane. Choose a traditional print if you will be framing the canvas and a "Gallery-Wrap" print if you want to hang it on the wall unframed. Also choose a canvas thickness from the available options.
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Select your desired canvas dimensions.
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View the estimated price or click "Get Quote" to see a price estimate.
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Upload the photo you want printed on the canvas. Click "Upload Photo" or "Get Photo" and browse your computer's documents for the image file you want to print.
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Click "Add to Cart."
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Proceed to your cart and enter payment and shipping information to complete the purchase.
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Tips & Warnings
Ask for a free preview or proof if the site offers one. Some sites also offer proofs for a low fee.