Family photos make great poster-size prints.
Sometimes, a 5x7-size format doesn’t do justice to an amazing photograph. Blowing up a photo to poster size displays the beauty of the image on a grander scale. Poster-size prints can come in handy when you need to showcase an image before a large audience. Exhibit a poster-size photo at a wedding, graduation party or funeral to allow several attendees to view the image at once. Turn a favorite family photo into a framed, poster-size image for use as a decorating piece in your home.
Instructions
1. Portraits work well as poster-size prints.
Select a photo that would work well as a poster. The best images for posters include portraits, single objects or anything with a simple background. Choose a clearly focused photo that makes your subject look amazing.
2. Make sure you use a high-resolution photo.
Scan your digital print or photograph to create a digital file. Select the highest scanning resolution possible and save your image as a JPEG file. Due to the size of the final result, resolution plays an important role in turning your digital print into a poster. Snapfish recommends a minimum resolution of 2700 x 1800 DPI for a 20-inch x 30-inch print.
3. You may want to turn a vertical picture into a horizontal one.
Use image-editing software to touch up your photo. Crop out unnecessary elements and change image orientation (vertical or horizontal) if desired. Lighten, darken or change contrast levels or color balance to achieve a photograph perfectly suited for large-scale printing.
4. Some photo services can add effects to your posters.
Utilize an online photo service to have your image printed poster size. In 2010, you can typically obtain poster-size photo prints made for somewhere between $6.99 and $34.99, depending on the size of the print and the type of material on which you choose to have your photo printed. Shutterfly offers options of printing on matte paper or cotton- polyester artist canvas. Photo At Large specializes in printing poster prints of various sizes, including custom sizes. The company offers a variety of effects and additional photo services from which you can choose.
5. Preview your image before you submit it for printing.
Follow the steps on your chosen website to upload your image, place your order, preview and pay. When selecting paper, choose a matte finish to reduce glare.
6. A wooden frame adds class to your poster.
Frame your new poster-size photo. Nothing adds a nice finishing touch like a wooden or metal frame. Plan ahead for framing when choosing the size of your poster. If you opt for a custom size, you may need to have a custom frame created.
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