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Raw & Post Processing, Printing => Printing: Printers, Papers and Inks => Topic started by: kholt on May 10, 2014, 04:03:58 pm

Title: Seeking recommendation on canvas printing service
Post by: kholt on May 10, 2014, 04:03:58 pm

Hopefully this is an appropriate topic for this forum.

I am interested in trying canvas printing.  I only have an Epson 3880 currently and thus cannot print large enough to make gallery wraps nor do I have a roll feed.

I would like to experiment with canvas somewhat seriously, and might even consider buying a larger format printer if it became something I really got into.  Anyway, that's getting ahead of myself for now.

My question is, can anyone recommend a service that does a reasonable job of producing quality prints from my files? I'd prefer a company where I can ideally specify the canvas type, or at least know what it is and is something worthy of ultimately considering for my own use (e.g., Hahnemuhle).  Obviously there are lots of services that show up prominently in a google search, but I'm interested in something that the discriminating readers of LL would take seriously.

I am located in the U.S. (northern California).  I would be interested in trying canvas for my landscape work.

Keith

Title: Re: Seeking recommendation on canvas printing service
Post by: Mark Lindquist on May 11, 2014, 06:58:37 pm

I realize you are a long way away, but I totally recommend Dan Berg (longstanding forum member member here) who is in PA.

He can do whatever you need in terms of canvas printing, and can build a crate if needed.

On top of that, he runs workshops on printing.

Above and beyond all that - he's a great guy, always happy to help, and does exceptional work.

http://www.bergscanvasgallery.com

Well worth any extra expense due to distance - unquestionably.

Title: Re: Seeking recommendation on canvas printing service
Post by: Jim Kasson on May 11, 2014, 07:15:08 pm

Quote from: kholt on May 10, 2014, 04:03:58 pm

I am interested in trying canvas printing. 

My question is, can anyone recommend a service that does a reasonable job of producing quality prints from my files?

I am located in the U.S. (northern California).  I would be interested in trying canvas for my landscape work.

Picture Element (http://www.pictureelement.com/) in Santa Clara
Spectrum Imaging in Monterey

Jim

Title: Re: Seeking recommendation on canvas printing service
Post by: darlingm on May 12, 2014, 11:14:39 pm

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Title: Re: Seeking recommendation on canvas printing service
Post by: Jim Kasson on May 13, 2014, 04:32:30 pm

And Coastal Giclee  (http://www.coastalgiclee.com/)in Pacific Grove. They'll sell you all the stuff if you decide to do it yourself later on.

Title: Re: Seeking recommendation on canvas printing service
Post by: Jim Cole on May 13, 2014, 11:08:19 pm

I second the suggestion of Dan Berg. He stepped in in an emergency and did an excellent job for me.

Title: Re: Seeking recommendation on canvas printing service
Post by: shadowblade on May 14, 2014, 04:20:14 am

I would strongly recommend Dean Imaging (www.deanimaging.com) for any sort of printing, particularly for a custom service.

Get it shipped sprayed but unstretched, then have it stretched locally once you get it - saves a lot on shipping.

Title: Re: Seeking recommendation on canvas printing service
Post by: kholt on May 15, 2014, 12:39:52 am

These all look to be great recommendations.  Thanks everyone.

Keith