In article <45362c90$>,
"Matt" <> wrote:
> Hi All,
>
> I've got an image that i want to enlarge, and then print off in sections in
> colour A4, and stick together to produce an image roughly 36"x36" as i
> cannot find anyone who can print the entire image for a reasonable price.
>
> Does anyone have any suggestions on how to achieve this task? How big in
> pixels should i enlarge my image? and then how would be best to print it off
> and A4 sized pieces so it can be joined together?
>
> The photo is for a jungle background to a vivarium
>
> Any issues with an image thats original details are - 3008 pixels X 2000
> pixels, 6.0MP
>
> I have Adobe Photoshop CS2 and Paint Shop Pro Studio, i don't mind getting
> different software if it makes this task easier.
>
If you print in sections, aim for a slight overlap and print on the
thinnest paper, leave the overlaps in place.
Or use heavier paper, overlap and cut around objects if possible - aim
for no straight line cuts. Use a box cutter or scalpel, not scissors.
Printing should be not less than 70ppi (screen resolution)
Resample the image if necessary.
A4 is 29.7 x 21cm. 36" square is 90cm. Printing in 12 wedges (3x4
landscape) would yield around 87cm x 84cm (1" & 1.5" less) - may vary
according to overlaps.
Figure how much 12 prints would cost you before comparing the online
photo printers
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