Frequently asked questions

The sky’s the limit. I can print to just about any size you can imagine, on just about any surface.

Anything you can imagine… within reason.

Photographic prints and canvas enlargements are the most common ways to display images.

If you’re looking for something a little more impactful, have you considered a wall print for one of your rooms?

Images can also be printed on glass or metal, which can really make creative use of the light in your chosen space.

There’s a lot to consider here.

How good something looks is subjective, so you need to define what looks good to you.

Some images have higher resolutions than others, depending on shooting conditions and what camera and optics were used for that photo. Some images have also been made with the intent to include grain or other effects that some will find artistic while others will consider a flaw. These characteristics will be amplified the larger you print.

From a technical perspective, things like grain/noise are normal and will eventually appear in any image the larger it gets.

One must bear in mind intended viewing distance of an image. A 2-metre wide image is generally viewed from a greater distance than one that’s only 50cm wide. The relative size is the same, rendering any loss in detail or quality indiscernible.

Bottom line; if a normal sized image looks good up close, it will look just as good on a wall from a sensible viewing distance.

A stretched canvas more cost-effective than a framed print.

Compared to a framed photo with glass or perspex, a canvas is lighter and less fragile, making it easier to hang and safer for spaces prone to lots of activity.

A canvas comes ready to hang. While some will put a frame around a canvas, generally it’s wall-ready with no more to do.

The fabric texture will also disguise subtle flaws in image quality such as grain/noise or fringing, allowing even low-res images to be enlarged with little loss of quality. I will always ensure to process my images to look as good as they can on your chosen medium, but all images have their limits. Canvas allows those limits to be pushed a little further.

Bottom line; if you want to go big — really big — canvas is a great option.

Photographic paper will reproduce images far more precisely than canvas will, with more warmth and character.

For most standard sizes, photographic paper will render sharp, clear and detailed prints. When properly framed, these images will have a long-lasting impact.

As print size increases, more of the character of an image comes out. This might be in the form of grain or softness, which can either be an intended aspect of the image, or a reflection of the limitations of the shooting conditions or gear used to capture it.

Either way, this character is part of the story of the image, and will make it feel warmer and more lifelike.

Short, answer; No.

Long answer; Understand that when you buy a print, you are buying a finished product, not the rights to the image.

A finished photograph is the end result of the photographer’s vision for that subject. The printed form is part of that process.

By sending a digital file, the photographer risks the image being manipulated or printed in a way that does not represent that vision. They also risk that image being sold or reproduced without their permission or due credit, or used in a way that could reflect negatively on the artist.

Yes!

For a $50 deposit (taken off final print cost), I can do a mockup of your chosen image with framing options.

Send me a photo of the space you’d like to decorate. For best results, the photo should be well-lit with no distortion. Show the space and any visual elements — such as furniture, wall edges, doorways and windows — that can be used as a reference. Photos should be shot at eye level, so the final result will reflect how the scene will be viewed. See the “Buying Prints” page for more details.

I will provide a mockup with up to two options (e.g. canvas and framed print), based on your preferences.

Additional mockup options will require an additional $25 deposit per mockup.

Generally, no. Images are presented as they are intended to be displayed. Cropping alters the intent of the image.

A select few images have some latitude, so it’s not a hard “no”, just best not to expect it.

Yes!

If you like my style and have a specific subject in mind, I am happy to try and capture it just for you!

If I do a commission for you, you have the option own the rights to the image, meaning you will have the right to reproduce it any way you see fit.

Talk to me for details.

Hmmm… depends…

Like cropping, the colour of an image is a design choice to get the most from the scene. So generally speaking, I will not customise the colour.

I can concede that in some cases, altering a colour image to black & white can help an image fit better in a space where the room colours would otherwise clash with the image colours. For some images, I can offer a black & white conversion, but please contact me first.

Conversion from colour needs to be done thoughtfully, it’s not just a button click, so a labour fee will apply.

Perhaps. Talk to me. I understand that you may not want a large framed image shipped for a variety of reasons. But perhaps you have a local printer whose work you like. If that’s the case, I can potentially send the image files to them, and allow you to work with them for finish options.

By default, canvas prints will be stitched on a frame, ready to hang.

Photographic prints come as prints only, unless you ask about framing. If you require framing, please ask me to include that in the quote.

That depends on a variety of factors. All images are printed to order, I do not keep stock on hand. Lead times will often depend on how busy the printer is.

My chosen printer does offer a rush service at an added cost.

Other things to consider:

Do you want to collect in person or have it delivered?

How far does it need to be shipped?

I put a signature on all my prints.

For smaller images (30cm max dimension or smaller) the signature is digitally added to the image and adds no time to the production process.

For enlargements, I do a live signature at the print shop. This means a trip to the printer between the printing and framing stages, adding a day or two to production time.

OK, I’m not going to say something smug like, “If you have to ask…”

But the fact is quality photo enlargements aren’t cheap. Once you get past your standard sizes, like 8x12” or maybe 11x14”, the paper and printing machines become more specialised and pricey. Nothing I can do about supplier costs, I’m afraid. A decent enlargement of standard proportions (100cm x 67cm) will cost a about $150 (with my profit factored in) just for the print. Then there’s framing and matting, which can easily more than double that, depending on what options you choose.

Canvas can be a bit cheaper.

Remember you are buying a piece of original art from the artist, not a mass-produced print from IKEA. While others may also purchase the same image as you, your final piece of art will likely be the only one in existence in your chosen size and configuration. It’s something that will (I hope) remain a part of your daily life for many years.

With all that said, if you’re on a tight budget, talk to me. There are options. For example, maybe consider several smaller prints, instead of one large one. Maybe canvas instead of print paper. Maybe you know a good framer who can frame it cheaper than I can. Let me know.

At the moment, PayPal and bank transfer (Australian accounts only) are my only options. I will soon offer a credit card option.