Posted by Erik Lubbock on April 1, 2006 at 11:55 PM
Hiya everyone,
3 of my photos of Mary's Peak near Corvallis have been selected for a gallery show at OSU. My excitement quickly wore off when I realized that now I'll have to produce some matted & framed output in the next 2 weeks. I've only got a basic inkjet at home, so printing these myself isn't feasable. I've tried Apple's online print service as well as a local option, but was am disappointed in the colors.
Any sugestions? Is there an Oregon lab that will work with the photographer to work on color output? I'm very new to this subject, so any help is mucho appreciated.
Congrats! Digicraft/Udevelop in Portland does a good job. Here is a link to their site Udevelop. Ftp Upload normally a two to three day turnaround, bit more than Costco but they will work with you on the processing and color match. Good pricing for frames at American Frame, they are offering a free cut mat with order of a metal frame. Pay a bit more for the express delivery the frames and mats will be there within a week, and all you will have to find locally is glass and foam core for backing. Put it all together and you are go to go.
The hardest part is done, you got into the exhibit!
I've been doing custom framing at a "big box store" for a few gallery shows. First find out the size you need. Then, if your budget allows, don't skimp. Costco does nice on some colors - not so nice on others. It's great if you can go to a Digital Pro Lab locally and find someone who will work with you. The best look is nice wide mats - usually a soft white - double if allowed - and a very simple dark frame. If you use metal, I'd advise selecting a mat finish. Best of luck!
Posted by Erik Lubbock on April 2, 2006 at 12:01 PM
Thanks, everyone. I appreciate your encouragement and practial ideas. Digicraft is where I'll go next (love the FTP upload), but also will keep Costco in mind.
Posted by Ned Fenimore on April 2, 2006 at 11:30 PM
Good luck.. the image you showed us sure is sweet.....
Posted by Les Barstow on April 3, 2006 at 12:04 AM
Depending on the desired print size and the availability of a local shop (or person) who will do them, I'd recommend that for sunset images you consider an inkjet print. Fuji Crystal Archive + a LightJet (or worse, a Noritsu or Frontier) will shortchange your sunset red-oranges - at least in my experience. Be sure to get a printer profile and proof your print yourself on-screen before ordering (not that you monitor's the ideal output mechanism, but it will give you an idea...); if you find yourself prefering one one proof over another...
I'll second American Frame if you want easy-to-assemble frames (or metal sections). Depending on how you want to mount the picture (FoamCor vs. plain mat back vs. other...), you might try the 'big box' stores for frames; I find FoamCor is a bit thick for some mass-produced wood frames. BTW, American Frame will sell you FoamCor, but I find going over to my local Aaron Brothers is cheaper.
Erik, NIIIICE! Right out of the box, great pics...
I'll second Aaron brothers. I'm a big fan of local places (well, CA), and they seemed to have everything right there for the framing side of things. I like to go to a place, see what I want and get it right away. Online places can't do that with a JPEG.
Udevelop is good, too from what I've seen. I hope to print there soon, too. That is, until I get my own Epson R2400.
Kevin
Posted by Craig Ruaux on April 3, 2006 at 12:50 PM
I like Pictopia for Lightjet Prints, they have good profiles for their lightjet available on the website and I find the results of softproofing in Photoshop to be quite accurate. They usually ship within 2 days of the order, they also have FTP upload available. I've been happy with the sunset colors and quality of reds/oranges that they deliver.
Oh yes, it's a sweet shot too... Can I ask, is this from somewhere in the vicinity of the OSU Horse centre on 53rd/Walnut?? I drive past a similar looking angle each morning on the way to work.
Posted by Erik Lubbock on April 7, 2006 at 1:40 PM
Thanks, everyone, for your help! I'll keep all of these suggestions in mind for future projects.
I FTP'd my images to Digicraft on 4/3 and they arrived 4/7. The sunset colors were really superb, better than what I'm seeing on my 23" HD monitor (which means I really gotta calibrate now). Next step is to mount & frame...
Craig, this was taken from Fitton Green Park -- west of 53rd and up in the hills. The park has unlimited views of the Peak and is one of my favorite local destinations. Ah, the secret is out!
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11 replies3 of my photos of Mary's Peak near Corvallis have been selected for a gallery show at OSU. My excitement quickly wore off when I realized that now I'll have to produce some matted & framed output in the next 2 weeks. I've only got a basic inkjet at home, so printing these myself isn't feasable. I've tried Apple's online print service as well as a local option, but was am disappointed in the colors.
Any sugestions? Is there an Oregon lab that will work with the photographer to work on color output? I'm very new to this subject, so any help is mucho appreciated.
~Erik
The hardest part is done, you got into the exhibit!
I've been doing custom framing at a "big box store" for a few gallery shows. First find out the size you need. Then, if your budget allows, don't skimp. Costco does nice on some colors - not so nice on others. It's great if you can go to a Digital Pro Lab locally and find someone who will work with you. The best look is nice wide mats - usually a soft white - double if allowed - and a very simple dark frame. If you use metal, I'd advise selecting a mat finish. Best of luck!
I'll second American Frame if you want easy-to-assemble frames (or metal sections). Depending on how you want to mount the picture (FoamCor vs. plain mat back vs. other...), you might try the 'big box' stores for frames; I find FoamCor is a bit thick for some mass-produced wood frames. BTW, American Frame will sell you FoamCor, but I find going over to my local Aaron Brothers is cheaper.
I'll second Aaron brothers. I'm a big fan of local places (well, CA), and they seemed to have everything right there for the framing side of things. I like to go to a place, see what I want and get it right away. Online places can't do that with a JPEG.
Udevelop is good, too from what I've seen. I hope to print there soon, too. That is, until I get my own Epson R2400.
Kevin
Oh yes, it's a sweet shot too... Can I ask, is this from somewhere in the vicinity of the OSU Horse centre on 53rd/Walnut?? I drive past a similar looking angle each morning on the way to work.
I FTP'd my images to Digicraft on 4/3 and they arrived 4/7. The sunset colors were really superb, better than what I'm seeing on my 23" HD monitor (which means I really gotta calibrate now). Next step is to mount & frame...
Craig, this was taken from Fitton Green Park -- west of 53rd and up in the hills. The park has unlimited views of the Peak and is one of my favorite local destinations. Ah, the secret is out!