Large format photography
is very interesting. People assume that you can only print text and photos on
paper and vinyl. Little do others know that metal printing is the new thing
right now. Large format photography is very appropriate to use in metal prints
and can create a beautiful backdrop.
In a nutshell, the artwork
is transferred to paper, then attached to a coated aluminum sheet. Transfer
paper and aluminum are placed into a heat press to allow the dye on the
transfer paper to be converted into gas. This gas is then transferred to the
surface of the aluminum sheet. After the metal cools, your artwork is now on
metal.
Metal prints are becoming more popular because of the following reasons:
Images are more long-lasting
Text, photos, and graphics
will fade on paper after a while especially if they are constantly exposed to
the sun. Even though you try to preserve it as much as you can, it will not be
too long before the print on a paper fades away. One of the advantages of metal
printing is that the images do not fade right away. Since printing on metal
involves a different process, the artwork is more protected and more
long-lasting.
High Image Quality
Metal prints have a high
gloss finish and PU polymers that make images vivid and bright.
Scratch resistant
During the process of
sublimation, the dye from the transfer paper turns into a gas when transferred
below the exterior coating to make the prints scratch resistant. This is way
more durable than your usual paper and canvas prints. The images on the metal
cannot be peeled or scratched. So if you are looking for something that will
last for a long time, metal prints are the one for you.
Achieve your desired look
Your metal prints can be
traditional or modern as you wished it to be. If you wish to place metal prints
in conventional frames, you may do so. If you are aiming for a more modern
feel, try hanging your metal prints
using floating wall hooks.
Fire retardant
Sublimated aluminum can
withstand high temperature so if you are planning to hang the artwork in an
event where ceiling might get too hot, you don't have to worry about anything.
Clean without worries
Cleaning a piece of
artwork can be delicate. You might end up wiping off a part of the text or
graphics which can be very frustrating. With aluminum prints, you can simply
wipe off fingerprints and stains and nothing will be erased by accident.
Similarly, for metal prints, you do not have to worry about damaging the
artwork.
Lightweight
Big things come in small
packages. Metal prints are durable and this is very lightweight and easy to
hang. Aluminum is a lightweight metal so you can hang it and be stress-free.