Our friend, Earl, suggested in one of his comments on the posting of this image back on January 20th to maybe print and frame it. I rarely print my images. But after thinking about this I decided a canvas print would suffice for my needs. Plus, I have never made a canvas print of one of my images. So, I stepped out of my comfort zone and ordered this image and a second one on canvas.
In September I posted this image taken at the Arapaho Bend Natural Area. I chose this as the second image because it is darker and carries a different mood so I could see the difference between the two. Both canvas prints were made by Fine Art America. These are my first ever canvas prints. If I ever make more canvas prints I would like more details in the shadows and highlights. Earl, also mentioned using a floating frame which I really like but the cost was a bit more. Maybe next time.
10 Comments
Earl
Wow, the canvas prints look fantastic, Monte! In the last year, I’ve had a couple of my photographs printed on canvas to hang up, and I didn’t realize how much I would enjoy seeing them every day. I’m sure you will appreciate seeing these as well!
I did one of my printed canvas photos with a floating frame and the other without. I like the floating frame so much that I’ve researched and found a company that cuts the frame pieces for you, and you assemble them and mount the canvas print. They also have sample frame corners to help you choose what looks best. I ordered a floating frame kit for my other canvas print and will receive it this next week. Unless it turns out awful, I’ll post on the process with all the details after I finish. HaHa!
Have a great weekend!
Monte Stevens
Thanks, Earl. I’m pleased with them both but will do things differently next time. Look at that, I’m already planning another print! I looked into getting a floating frame but not ready to spend that sort of money yet. I will forward to your report and experience with the kit. Have a wonderful weekend!
Faye White
Beautiful! I have three canvas prints and I’m very pleased with how they look; much better than a traditional framed print under glass.
Monte Stevens
Thanks Faye. Now that I know how they look I will maybe do a couple more. Enjoy the rest of your weekend!!
Joe
Now yer talkin’!
Monte Stevens
Yes, stepping out of my comfort zone!
Mark
They look great Monte!
Monte Stevens
Thanks, Mark! I hope you were staying warm and dry up there.
Mark
Easy to stay dry when everything is frozen over.
But thank you!
Monte Stevens
And, it looks like it’s gonna stay that way for a while.