-What is a good image for a painting?
If you are sending a photograph, a 5x7 or 8x10 will have more detail, although a 4x6 photo
is acceptable. Have your center of interest in focus and up close rather than far off in the
distance. Avoid red eye that you can get from using a flash. Most of all, pick an image that
is dear to your heart or holds a favorite memory: you child, family member or loved
one, favorite activity like hot air ballooning, a special event like a wedding, a favorite pet,
a picture of your garden, your home, your boat or vacation spot. The list goes on.
-What kind of format should I use if I send an image by email?
You can send your image as a JPEG, TIFF', PDF or a PSD. Resolution should be 300 dpi
or more for the best results. Images as low as 72 dpi are acceptable only in larger in
sizes like 16" x 20" toget a better result.
-What kinds of paper can used to print my painting?
Ultra Smooth Fine Art Paper, Textured Fine Art Paper, and Canvas Paper
-What is the difference in paper?
Art technique and color intensity would determine between the smooth and texture paper,
but would cost you the same. We would determine that at the job request. Canvas paper
is textured like the canvas that is used in oil paintings and is a more expensive paper.
Miscellaneous Questions
-Do you do special requests?
Yes, we are up for the challenge. Send us your ideas and reference to help illustrate your
request. We will work with you.
-Can you customize color to work within a color scheme of a room?
Yes, we have done that with the painting "Angela's Ireland." Angela, who took the
photograph, wanted the colors coordinate with the colors in her living room. She
provided us with paint chips and color swatches that matched fabrics and wall colors used
in decorating the room. You can send color swatches, paint manufacturer's names
and numbers, or provide us with PMS colors via email.
Here is another example below showing paint swatches that were given us. This helped in establishing a color palette for the painting that would coordinate with the room decor.
-Can you add text?
Yes, as either a title or as part of the art.
-Do you frame the paintings?
We can make some framing suggestions and order a frame to suit your painting at an extra expense.
We can send you pricing information if you are interested.
For other questions you may have please email them to Support@yourpreciousportraits.com
We Like Special Projects!
We are willing to customize and look at new and different ways that a painting can fit in your home decor!
Here the painting is presented in a privacy screen format and can be viewed from both sides.