| Usable photography was invented way back in 1816 | | | | benefit of photos on canvas as ordinary photos can |
| by Nicephore Niepce. Even though he was not the | | | | become wrinkled or possibly even fade away |
| first man in the history of the world to capture an | | | | overtime. Photos of your glorious wedding day may |
| image, he did capture a photographic image that | | | | be lost forever, but those printed on canvas can |
| could last an extended amount of time. Mankind's | | | | maintain their sharpness, contrast and colour depth |
| quest to capture a picture has been around for | | | | for years to come. Many photos on canvas can see |
| centuries and continues to evolve. This evolution has | | | | a good 100 years before needing any restoration. |
| led to the widespread production of photos on | | | | Unlike ordinary photographs, those printed on canvas |
| canvas. | | | | do not need to be cared for and stored as well as |
| Photos printed on canvas have amazing durability and | | | | typical photos for them to last such long periods of |
| they are significantly more durable than a typical | | | | time. This can save a lot of energy wasted in the |
| printed photograph. Canvas is a very durable material | | | | upkeep of your photos over the long-term. |
| that can last for tens or even hundreds of years. | | | | There is also a big difference in the way canvas |
| Printing photos on canvas is a process that allows a | | | | photos look and feel. Unlike photo paper, canvas has |
| photo to be admired for many years into the future. | | | | a rough surface which adds a fantastic texture to |
| The lifespan of a photo can vary greatly and really | | | | your photo. This also makes your photo look a lot |
| depends on the medium on which it has been printed. | | | | more like an oil painting rather than a printed |
| Printing photos on canvas ensures that the photo will | | | | photograph. On top of these differences, your |
| survive the test of time. On top of this, canvas | | | | photos can also be printed in a variety of sizes and |
| produces a charming quality as it ages. | | | | some are able to be printed on very large pieces of |
| Tests are conducted on canvas in photographic | | | | canvas. |
| laboratories to ensure that it will last a century. Such | | | | The best way to ensure that your canvas photos |
| tests usually involve shining UV lights at the image for | | | | last a century is to keep them away from areas |
| an extended period of time. This is done in order to | | | | where they may receive a lot of direct sunlight. |
| gauge how long it takes for a photo to completely | | | | Sunlight will cause your image to fade over time. |
| fade. Canvas is a beautiful way for you to preserve | | | | Water is also an enemy of photographs on canvas, |
| your memories for a long time and your photos can | | | | so it is wise to keep your photos in dry areas with |
| remain in prime condition for decades. | | | | low humidity. Keeping the canvas print clean will also |
| With some photos, life expectancy may be an issue. | | | | help to prevent dust particles permanently adhering |
| If this is the case having a printed on canvas is a | | | | to the photo. |
| great idea and will assure that the image will last. By | | | | Printing photos on canvas is a great way to ensure |
| doing so, you will reduce the chance of a photo | | | | that your photos survive over 100 years. |
| needing restoration in the future. This is a fantastic | | | | |