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Large Format Printing

Large Format Printing for Oversized Photography, Fine Art & Reproductions

Custom-sized from 24x36 through gallery scale. Archival giclée paper or premium stretched canvas. Print-only or finished in a custom frame on a single order.

Order a Large Format PrintQuote a project or rollout
Up through gallery scale
Oversized custom dimensions
Archival pigment ink
Long-lasting fade resistance
Paper, canvas, or mounted
Right media for your install
Shipped safely at any size
Tubes, crates, double-boxed
Quick answer: what is large format printing?

Large format printing refers to any print larger than what a standard desktop printer produces, typically anything over 24x36 inches. We treat anything over that size as large format and produce up through gallery scale on archival giclée paper or premium stretched canvas. Common large format use cases: oversized photography, fine art reproduction, lobby canvas pieces, hospitality and corporate installations, and statement walls in high-end residential design.

Large Format Printing for Fine Art and Photography

Three media cover almost every large format job. Archival giclée paper (matte or lustre) is the choice for fine art reproduction and oversized photography that will sit behind glazing in a frame. Premium poly-cotton canvas, stretched on solid wood bars, is the choice for statement pieces that hang without a frame, especially in lobby and hospitality settings. Rigid mounted prints (paper laminated to a stiff substrate) are common for trade show backdrops and exhibition installations. All three use the same archival pigment ink system, so color is consistent regardless of media.

How do you ship a large format print without damaging it?

Different sizes get different packaging. Paper prints over 24x36 ship rolled in heavy-wall mailing tubes with end caps and archival interleaf paper. Canvas under 36x48 ships pre-stretched in rigid double-wall cartons with foam corner protection. Canvas over 36x48 ships unstretched and rolled, with simple reassembly instructions for your installer. Framed large format pieces are double-boxed with edge crush board on all four sides and shipped fully insured. Damage in transit across large format shipments runs well under 2 percent.

Can you frame a large format print, or should it ship unframed?

Both options work, and the right answer depends on the piece and the install. For canvas, gallery-wrap stretched canvas usually hangs without a frame and looks complete on its own. For paper prints, framing protects the piece and adds wall presence. For framed large format we use framer's grade acrylic instead of glass at scale, because glass over 30 inches becomes heavy, fragile, and risky to ship. Acrylic is shatter-resistant, lighter, and safer to hang. Print and frame ship as one order so there is no handoff.

What file resolution do I need for a large format print?

300 DPI at the target print size is the standard for sharp detail. For very large pieces (over 40 inches) you can usually drop to 150 to 200 DPI because the typical viewing distance increases with size and the eye stops resolving fine detail from across the room. If your file is borderline, send it before placing the order and we will preview an output strategy at no charge. Most large format files come from medium and large format cameras, drum scans of original art, or high-resolution digital art at native size.

How does large format printing pricing work?

Pricing scales with size and media. Most large format giclée paper prints between 24x36 and 40x60 land between $90 and $300 print-only. Canvas at the same dimensions runs slightly higher because of the stretching and bar costs. Framed large format adds the cost of the frame, mat, and acrylic glazing. Volume pricing for editions, gallery and consultant relationships, and corporate rollouts is available. Send exact dimensions and intended media for an itemized quote within one business day.

Where large format printing gets used

Oversized photography

Gallery shows, collector editions, and large statement wall photography. Pigment ink keeps tonal range intact at scale.

Corporate lobby pieces

Statement art for corporate headquarters and executive floors. Batch-matched moulding when paired with multiple pieces.

Hotel & hospitality installs

Lobby focal pieces, corridor sequences, oversized art programs across multi-property portfolios.

Fine art reproduction

Single originals scaled to fit specific walls. Color-matched to your reference proof or source artwork.

Multifamily amenity walls

Lobbies, amenity floors, model units. Oversized canvas or framed prints sized to your design package.

Trade show & exhibition

Rigid mounted large format prints for show booths and one-time event installations.

Giclée printing

Archival pigment giclée on museum-grade paper or canvas in any custom size.

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For art consultants

Large format reproduction for corporate, hospitality, and multifamily installs with direct-to-site shipping.

Consultant program

Have a large format print or install on the calendar?

Send exact dimensions, intended media, and install date. Itemized quote within one business day.

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Large format printing FAQ

What counts as large format printing?
Large format printing generally refers to any print larger than what a standard desktop printer can produce, typically anything over 24x36 inches. In our workshop we treat anything over 24x36 as large format and produce up through gallery-scale dimensions on archival paper or premium canvas. The category covers oversized photography, fine art reproduction, statement wall canvas, lobby pieces, and large posters.
What is the maximum print size you offer?
Our large format printing range goes well past standard residential sizes into gallery and commercial scale. Specific maximums depend on media (paper, canvas, mounted) and frame profile if you are also framing the piece. For oversized projects send your exact dimensions and intended display location and we will spec the right media and shipping method.
What materials can you print in large format?
Three main media. First, archival giclée paper in matte or lustre, ideal for fine art reproduction and oversized photography behind glazing. Second, premium poly-cotton canvas, stretched on solid wood bars in gallery wrap or museum wrap, ideal for statement pieces that hang without a frame. Third, rigid mounted prints for trade show and exhibition use. All three use the same archival pigment ink system for archival color.
How do you ship large format prints without damage?
Paper prints over 24x36 ship rolled in heavy-wall mailing tubes with end caps and archival interleaf paper. Canvas prints under 36x48 ship stretched, packed in rigid double-wall corrugated cartons with foam corner protection. Canvas over 36x48 ships unstretched and rolled, with reassembly instructions for your installer. Framed large format pieces are double-boxed with edge crush board on all four sides and shipped fully insured.
Can you frame the large format print too?
Yes. For pieces up through our manufacturing range we produce the giclée print and the custom frame on one purchase order, then ship the finished piece ready to install. For very large frames we use reinforced corner joints and framer's grade acrylic instead of glass (glass at large scale is heavy, fragile, and adds shipping risk). The acrylic is shatter-resistant and lighter, which makes the finished piece safer to hang and to ship.
What resolution does my file need to be for large format printing?
300 DPI at the target print size is the standard for sharp detail. For very large pieces (over 40 inches) you can drop to 150 to 200 DPI because the typical viewing distance increases with size; the eye does not resolve fine detail from across the room the way it does at arm's length. If your file resolution is borderline, send it and we will review at no cost and recommend an output strategy.
How much does large format printing cost?
Large format pricing scales with size and media. Most large format giclée paper prints between 24x36 and 40x60 land between $90 and $300 print-only. Canvas at the same dimensions runs slightly higher because of the stretching and bar costs. Framed large format adds the cost of the frame, mat, and acrylic. Send exact dimensions and media preferences for an itemized quote within one business day.
Who orders large format printing most often?
Fine art photographers producing oversized prints for collectors and gallery shows. Interior designers staging high-end residential spaces. Art consultants placing lobby pieces in corporate, hotel, and multifamily properties. Real estate developers staging amenity spaces and model units. Restaurants and hospitality groups standardizing oversized art across multiple locations. Trade show and event teams producing one-time exhibition pieces.
Do you offer large format canvas printing?
Yes. Large format canvas is one of the most popular use cases. Premium poly-cotton canvas stretched on solid wood bars, available in gallery wrap (image wraps the edges, no frame needed) or museum wrap (clean white edges, designed to sit inside a frame). Common large format canvas sizes include 30x40, 36x48, 40x60, and oversized custom dimensions.
Can you produce a single large format piece for a specific wall?
Yes. This is one of our most common large format jobs. Send the wall dimensions and the source artwork or photograph at high resolution; we color-match, scale to exact size, and ship to your install address. If you are an art consultant or interior designer placing pieces for a client, we can coordinate direct-to-site shipping with date windows so the piece arrives in install order.

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