Posts Tagged ‘Canvas Photos’
Tuesday, May 21st, 2013
To mark the coming holiday, Canvas on Demand is having a Memorial Week Sale—beginning today, May 22, and running through May 27th!
All of our popular Vintage Propaganda posters—themes ranging from Army Recruitment to Rosie the Riveter—will be offered at 40% off! You can see just a few of the many posters below. Don’t miss this chance at some great buys.
But while you may be excited about all the big weekend events, shopping, and the beginning of the vacation season…don’t forget the real meaning of this special day. Memorial Day, always the last Monday of May, is a time to remember the men and women who died while serving in the US Armed Forces. This Memorial Day, we at Canvas on Demand are thankful for those who made the ultimate sacrifice. And we know that America is the land of the free…because of the brave. Be safe and enjoy a great week! Mom
Tags: Armed Forces, Art Canvas, Canvas Art, Canvas images, Canvas On Demand, Canvas Photos, canvas print, memorial day, Photo to Canvas, Propaganda posters, Recruitment posters
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Friday, May 17th, 2013
He didn’t tell me how to live; he lived, and let me watch him do it.
~ Clarence Budington Kelland
It isn’t too early to begin thinking about Father’s Day! Start going through your favorite images or take some new photos so that you can create the perfect personalized gift. When it comes to a canvas from Canvas on Demand, you can order it in ANY size to fit precisely where Dad would want to hang it.
Look at what Meghan did. I can’t think of a gift for Dad that is more creative than the one she gave her husband. “My kids did the artwork, and it’s a perfect Father’s Day gift. I got excellent service. My husband had given me a picture on canvas for Christmas, and it s so beautiful that I returned the favor with a Father’s Day gift for him. I can’t wait to see his face when he sees it– all 6′ of it– hanging on the wall.”
Six feet of his children’s art work. What a gift!
I had to smile when I saw this Daddy canvas. The testimonial written by Joshua: “Our precious twin girls, Janelle and Joleigh. A real favorite photo of Dad and his girls.”
And don’t forget the other dads in your life—grandfathers and stepfathers and fathers-in-law and even great grandfathers. Aaron asked us to make this special canvas. “This is a picture of my son, at 3 months old, meeting his great grandfather for the first time in Boothbay Harbor, ME. This is his first great grandson. We are surprising him with this canvas.”
I can assure you, Aaron, that this canvas will be his pride and joy! Thanks for sharing it with our readers.
So plan ahead now in order to honor Dad. Have the kids draw a picture. Dig though old photo files. Get out your camera and take a picture like you’ve never done before…from a different angle or in a favorite place. Then let us turn it into a canvas for him on Father’s Day. Mom
Tags: Art Canvas, baby photo, canvas, Canvas Art, Canvas images, Canvas On Demand, Canvas Photos, canvas print, child's art, father's day gift, father-in-law, fathers day, great grandfather, Photo to Canvas, step father
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Monday, May 13th, 2013
Isn’t it mind-boggling to consider the impact that technology is having on our lives? Just take a second to digest this statistic from The Annual Mobile Industry Numbers and Stats Blog*. “More than 90% of all humans who have ever taken a picture, have only done so on a camera phone.”
So since we are now taking most of our photos on our cells, I want to tell you about a couple of fascinating apps that allow you to create photo collages right on your phone. And in case you’re wondering, the photos you take on your cell look amazing on canvas if you export them to us at a high resolution.
Now even if you don’t consider yourself much of a techie…stick with me here, because getting set up is so easy that it will only take you about 5 minutes. Really! There are only four easy steps:
- Download a photo collage app onto your phone. Here are two options:
- Diptic -http://www.dipticapp.com/ –This is an iPhone and Android App that lets you easily and quickly combine multiple photos to create a new image, and it only costs $0.99.
- Mixel -http://mixel.cc/ –This is an iPhone App that automatically arranges your photos into fun, beautiful collages, and it only costs $1.99.
2) Using your cell phone, take a series of photos you want in your collage.
3) Launch the photo collage app.
4) Create your collage.
Once you’ve created your collage, there are three ways that you can send the collage on to us at Canvas on Demand, so that we can, in turn, create a stunning art canvas that you will receive at your doorstep in just a couple of days.
- Go to http://www.canvasondemand.com/order/canvases/ on your phone and upload your image directly from your phone. (If you have iOS 6, this is a good option.)
- Plug your phone into your computer and upload your image to http://www.canvasondemand.com/order/canvases/ directly from your computer. (This is a good option if you don’t have iOS 6 or don’t have in iPhone.)
- Export your collage to your Instagram account and go to http://www.canvasondemand.com/order/canvases/instagram/ to make your collage from your Instagram photos. (This is a good option if you have plenty of photos on Instagram and don’t have an iPhone.)
You now have all the tools and knowledge to combine your favorite cell phone images into delightful, personal collages. And it only took a few minutes to install the app that costs less than $2.00!
Below is an example–showing the finished canvas and the instagram image and the original collage.
The finished canvas hanging on the wall.
Collage as created on Instagram
Original collage
*The Annual Mobile Industry Numbers and Stats Blog—March 6, 2013–http://communities-dominate.blogs.com/brands/2013/03/the-annual-mobile-industry-numbers-and-stats-blog-yep-this-year-we-will-hit-the-mobile-moment.html
Tags: app, Art Canvas, canvas, Canvas Art, Canvas images, Canvas Photos, canvas print, cell, cell collage app, cell phone images, collage app, Photo to Canvas
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Tuesday, April 30th, 2013
Mother’s Day is May 12th. Don’t forget this wonderful opportunity to thank Mom for all she’s done for you. Don’t let the time get away! There is less than a week to place your order in time for her to receive it for her special day.
Let me tell you about three customers who learned firsthand how a Mothers Day canvas can make mom’s heart sing!
Rachael wrote a testimonial on our Customer Showcase. ” My mom took this photo of me and my brother and our dog…and she got it for Mother’s Day!”
Angela told us this story: “I thought it would be a great gift to give my mom a unique photo that would last forever! I come from a family of three girls, twins and an older sister. Recently, my sister had a baby girl, adding a forth. My mother LOVED the canvas with all of her girls!”
Simone’s story proves that canvases are ageless! “My mom (center) saw a photo with three generations of women in a magazine and wanted to re-enact it with her daughter and granddaughter,” Simone wrote on our website. “So, I took this photo of my sister (top), mother (middle) and niece (bottom). My mom quite literally wept with joy and gratitude when she saw the photo.”
Ok, ok, if you ARE a procrastinator, watch for our May 6th LAST DAY TO ORDER MOTHERS DAY SPECIAL. But why not play it safe and order today. Right now. Go ahead. Just do it. After all, it’s for mom.
Famous children’s author and educator, Kate Douglas Wiggin, once said: Most of all the other beautiful things in life come by twos and threes, by dozens and hundreds. Plenty of roses, stars, sunsets, rainbows, brothers, sisters, aunts and cousins…but only one mother in the whole world.
Now, don’t forget her. Mom
Tags: Art Canvas, Canvas Art, Canvas images, Canvas On Demand, Canvas Photos, canvas print, cool stuff, grandmother, Mothers Day, Mothers Day gift idea
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Sunday, April 21st, 2013
As promised in my last post, here is yet another article from a member of Canvas on Demand’s staff. Her name is Shannon, and she is sharing two of her favorite canvases and tips for our readers.
This first is an awesome canvas from a photo of Shannon in her spectacular bridal gown. She told us that “the image was taken in the fields surrounding my wedding venue. I had it taken so I would have a bridal portrait of myself displayed at my reception just to show a little more detail of the dress. You see, I was so busy talking to people, that I didn’t actually get the chance to be one-on-one with everyone. The canvas gave my guests an opportunity to get a close up look of The Dress. And of course, I also had it created, so I could display it in my home after the wedding to remind my husband and I of our wedding day.”
Up close detail!
Then she gave her tip to our readers: “Choose a photo you love. Our canvases are very durable and will be a beautiful addition to your walls. They will last for years and years to come. You will be delighted at how people will take notice of your canvas when they visit your home; that’s why it’s important to choose a higher quality image. It will look its very best from up close and from far away.”
As amazing as that first canvas is, I think her next one will really make your heart sing! She explains: “My family has raised and rescued several animals over the years. My mom has always had a very close connection with all of our pets, so for Mother’s Day, my father, brother, and I put a collage together of all those animals that have been a part of our family. My mother absolutely loved it! It is a great way to remember our pets who have left us and the stories behind their rescues. For example, the first two dogs on the third row are mother and daughter. We adopted the mother when she was pregnant and two short weeks later, we had seven puppies! We kept one and found wonderful homes for the rest. Pet canvases are great! Pets are a part of your family; so don’t they deserve a spot on your wall too?”
Shannon’s Pet Collage
Wow, Shannon, those are stunning canvases. I think our readers will take your tip to heart. Choose images you LOVE. That’s what Shannon does! Mom
Tags: Art Canvas, Canvas Art, Canvas images, Canvas On Demand, Canvas Photos, canvas print, canvas prints, pet canvas, Photo to Canvas, Picks, Tip, Wedding, wedding canvas, wedding photo
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Saturday, March 30th, 2013
Digital artwork, computerized images, have become quite popular with some of our customers, and we are seeing more and more of them turned to canvases. I thought it would be fun to share some of these in this post.
The first three were created by Peter. He simply told us that “these are pieces of original art created on a computer with paint and graphic programs.” Well, Peter, all I can say is FABULOUS COLORS! Thanks so much for sharing these on our Customer Showcase. Hopefully, others will be inspired.
Then another customer, Caryn, created this last one. “It is an original piece of art that I created digitally on my computer. It was a fun experience to create and turn to canvas.” Caryn, I would be interested in knowing where you will hang this terrific piece. 
I imagine these will encourage some of our readers to give digital art a try. Mom
Tags: Art Canvas, canvas, Canvas Art, Canvas Crazy, Canvas images, Canvas On Demand, Canvas Photos, canvas prints, computerized art, digital
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Tuesday, March 19th, 2013
I love shouting out reminders! And with spring in the air, I feel it’s a good time for me to review some key benefits that you as a valued customer have when you order from Canvas on Demand.
Did you know
- that we ship out your custom canvas in just two days compared to many companies that take 3 to 4 weeks! Some folks don’t believe it, but it is true.
- that we carefully review each of your images and call you back if we think the one you’ve chosen may not be optimal?
- that our art department will crop, correct flaws, and optimize color at no additional charge?
- that we offer a 100%, no-questions-asked, money back guarantee?
- that our primary goal is not just to satisfy you…but to delight and surprise you far beyond what you ever expected?
- that our customer service representatives will patiently speak to you by phone as you place your order online?
- that you can have your favorite photo put, not just on canvas, but on cups and key rings, and mugs, etc.?
Spring is just around the corner! Grab your camera and take advantage of all the benefits that Canvas on Demand has to offer. Mom
Tags: Art Canvas, benefits, Canvas Art, Canvas images, Canvas On Demand, Canvas Photos, canvas print, cool stuff, key rings, mugs, offers
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Sunday, February 24th, 2013
To quote Wikipedia:
The expression “Use a picture. It’s worth a thousand words.” appeared in a 1911 newspaper article quoting newspaper editor Arthur Brisbane discussing journalism and publicity. A similar phrase, “One Look Is Worth A Thousand Words”, appears in a 1913 newspaper advertisement for the Piqua Auto Supply House of Piqua, Ohio.
Okay, I know; I’m a writer. There needs to be words in this blog. But honestly! I can hardly find words to describe some of the precious, precious baby canvases we make for customers. So, please cut me a little slack on this post. After all, a picture—well, in this case, a canvas—is worth a thousand words!
How can anyone explain the power in this canvas below? Really! We created it for a customer named Alicia. She says, “This is a picture of my husband and our 2-week-old son. My heart melts every time I see it!” My heart too, Alicia. It is one of my all time favorites!
Jennifer took this picture of a friend’s baby. “It is one of my absolute favorites!” she told us. And we all understand why!
Erica sent us another indescribable image. In her testimonial, she wrote. “I absolutely LOVE this 16 x 24 canvas wrap! I gave it to a family member that just had a baby, and they are in AWE of how good it looks. Thanks so much for everything!!!” When customers are so happy, Erica, it brings us great joy.
And finally, Rita was blown away by her canvas below.
I’ve been told that I am a woman of many words…but sometimes, those words are just very hard to find. Mom
Tags: a thousand words, Art Canvas, babies, babies in a basket, baby photo, basket, Canvas Art, Canvas images, Canvas On Demand, Canvas Photos, canvas print, canvas prints, fireman image with baby, gallery wrapped, words
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Wednesday, February 13th, 2013
Tomorrow is the Feast of St. Valentine, better known as Valentine’s Day. It is marked by cards, flowers, gifts, candy, candlelight dinners…and yes, canvases! Our team at Canvas on Demand was very busy the last month getting those special Valentine canvases made. What a wonderful and personal gift many will receive tomorrow. I picked a few canvases that commemorate LOVE—from traditional images, to brotherly/sisterly affection to symbols of love to proverbial puppy love.
Ragina’s photo turned out marvelously.
Aaryn, who often orders canvases for her customers, finally placed an order for herself, and how precious it is.
I simply loved the simplicity of these rings, forever a symbol of love!
But my final canvas about love is one we made for Jane. She told us: We lost our two pets this last year and I wanted a big photo to remember them by. Our house was broken into and computers were taken–and so were pictures from the last 3 years (my fault for not backing them up). So this photo was the only decent one that I had with both the dogs in it (ages 13 and 17 when they died). We just love it. Canvas on Demand worked with me and we had excellent communication–both by phone and emails. Because the pixel count of my photo was not what was needed for a clear picture, they made it smaller and it is perfect. I would not hesitate recommending this wonderful company to anyone. We are so pleased!
Tomorrow, go ask someone special to be your valentine! Mom
Tags: Art Canvas, candy, Canvas Art, Canvas On Demand, Canvas Photos, canvas print, gifts, Love, valentine's day, Valentine's gift
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Friday, February 8th, 2013
Occassionally, I like to remind our readers about some special Canvas on Demand offers. So this post will highlight some of those features and, hopefully, point out a few offerings you may not already be aware of.
First of all, we have a new option for your favorite images. Did you know that you can now put photos and images on almost anything you want? And no matter what the medium, that Canvas on Demand quality you’ve come to expect always comes shining through. We now offer mugs, calendars, posters, jewelry, greeting cards, luggage tags, playing cards, address labels, buttons…and the list goes on and on and on! Check the choices out at http://www.canvasondemand.com/photo-gifts/. 
And while you may already know that you can select any size, choose a frame or a standard gallery wrap, decide on PixelPainting or Photo Realistic finishes…you may NOT be aware that Canvas on Demand offers FREE image enhancement and FREE consultation from our five-star customer service department. And best of all, we have a 100% money-back guarantee! Below are some of the many options you can choose for the edge of your canvas…
I also want to remind you that our awesome art department can work wonders with retouching and restoration techniques.
Are you struggling with ideas for that favorite photo? Well here’s one of my most helpful suggestions I can give you: Go to our Customer Showcase at http://www.canvasondemand.com/showcase/ to see a wealth of ideas and layouts. The showcase is divided into examples of every type of canvas—from weddings and anniversaries, to vintage and babies and pets. You’ll see great canvas collages and wall displays and split canvases too. After a few moments at that site, I think you will agree with me that we have some of the most creative customers on earth! Mom
Tags: annyiversar, Art Canvas, babies, Canvas Art, Canvas images, Canvas On Demand, Canvas Photos, canvas print, canvas prints, gallery wrapped, kids, pets, reminder, weddings
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