Photo know-how · 6 min read
How to scan old photos for printing
Turn an old family photograph into a printable file with sensible scanning, gentle editing and a print size that respects the detail in the original.
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Get your images off the screen and onto something worth keeping. Practical printing guides, paper advice and ideas for your walls, from the people who make the prints.
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AI art know-how · 6 min read
Should I upscale my AI image before printing?
Learn when an AI image needs upscaling for print, what ArtFart’s 2× tool changes and which details to check before choosing the enlarged file.
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Gift know-how · 6 min read
How to photograph or scan a child’s drawing for printing
Turn a child’s drawing, painting or collage into a clean printable file using a phone or scanner, without losing the wonky charm that made it special.
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Colour know-how · 5 min read
Why do my prints look darker than my screen?
Screen brightness, paper finish and colour profiles can change how an image looks. Here is what to check before brightening photos or AI artwork for print.
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Display know-how · 5 min read
How to choose a frame and mount for your art print
Match your art print to the right frame, understand mount openings and avoid hiding the best bit. A practical guide to framing A-size and square prints.
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AI art know-how · 5 min read
How to prepare AI-generated artwork for printing
A practical pre-print check for ChatGPT images, Midjourney artwork and other AI creations. Find the best file, catch the oddities and choose a sensible size.
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Image know-how · 5 min read
How to crop photos and AI art for printing
Square, portrait or landscape? Choose a print shape, keep the important details and check your crop before it becomes permanent.
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Image know-how · 4 min read
What size can I print my AI image?
Pixels, proportions and print sizes, explained without the technical headache. Give your image room to shine.
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Paper know-how · 3 min read
Semi-gloss, matt or canvas: which finish suits your image?
Three surfaces. Three different feels. Find a finish that works with your artwork and the place you want to display it.
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Turn your phone photos into personal print gifts
Rescue a favourite memory from the camera roll and make something worth unwrapping.
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