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Saturday, April 6th, 2013
There are little Picasso artists in many families. Usually the drawings are taped to the refrigerator, but in the case of these innovative Canvas on Demand customers…they are hanging proudly on a prominent wall. What better way to encourage the artistic potential of those children. Congrats to these parents for thinking creatively!
Leslie asked us to make a canvas of this basset hound drawn by her 8-year-old nephew, Trenton, She thinks he captured the dog perfectly. What a great drawing, and what a great way to show Trenton that his Aunt Leslie is proud of him.
Meghan took the artwork of her children and turned it into a colorful collage. It made the perfect Father’s Day gift! And what dad wouldn’t be pleased with such an amazing present?
A customer named John took a 1st grader’s art project and turned it to a canvas wall-hanging. The child’s project was to recreate Andy Warhol’s “Self-Portrait” on construction paper. John, your 1st grader has a fantastic art teacher!
Vivian told us in her testimony: “This is my son’s afterschool watercolor creation he made in the 1st grade. I always loved this piece, so I decided to give myself a gift from him on Mother’s Day.” I think that sometimes the best thing a mom can do for her children is to take care of herself. And giving yourself such a delightful gift, Vivian, was a great way to honor your son…and YOU!
So this idea of putting childrens’ original art on canvas seems to be very popular. More parents and teachers should consider it. And John, I would love to write a story about your first grader’s art teacher if you would be kind enough to send me their contact information. Mom
Tags: Art Canvas, canvas, Canvas Art, Canvas images, Canvas On Demand, canvas print, canvas prints, childhood art, children's art, gallery wrapped, little picasso, picasso
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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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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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Thursday, January 24th, 2013
NOW is actually the time to think Valentine’s Day, which is only 3 weeks away. If you’re looking for a gift that is personal, intimate, and captures some very special moment, a canvas from Canvas on Demand will be the perfect idea. The steps are easy: select the photo, upload it, and then wait for it to arrive in the mail. Easy, fast, and a gift that will be cherished for years! I selected a few canvases to illustrate that love comes in all ages, all sizes, and all occasions.
Catherine asked us to create several loving art canvas of her two children. She said, “It was simple and gave me lots of options. Three of them arrived yesterday and brought me to tears. They are stunning.”
This couple is walking off into their future in Darlene’s wedding photo. “This is one of our most favorites. Everyone always comments on it and says how much they love it. We didn’t pose for it; we were just walking back from the gardens and the photographer snapped this picture. The service was very quick!”
And this last one which Jeanne ordered really touched my heart. They were celebrating 60 years of marriage! Her story was delightful: “This photo was taken to commemorate 60 years of marriage. Our primary aim was to have a photo for the anniversary section of the newspaper. We thought the photo was good enough to have quality copies made for our two fine daughters. I am not physically able to shop…. so I decided to take a chance on a company I knew nothing about. Scary! Personal emails from your customer service department were reassuring. I got good suggestions for the frame, and I asked Chris, our customer rep, to treat my order as if I were his favorite grandmother. And did I ever get wonderful, fast service! The 8×10 canvases in walnut frames are beautiful…and I am most satisfied with all the aspects of this shopping trip.”
So in a short time, you will be able to demonstrate your love on Valentine’s Day…but it may take a little advanced planning. Don’t put it off. After all, your loved one deserves the best! Mom
Tags: Art Canvas, Canvas Art, Canvas images, Canvas On Demand, Canvas Photos, canvas print, gallery wrapped, gifts of love, Love, valentine's day, Valentine's gift
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Wednesday, January 9th, 2013
I’m always looking at connections or similarities between the many canvases we create for our customers. Occasionally, I laugh at myself regarding the relationships I see. This morning was no exception. The next three canvases may cause you to smile too. Three customers; three canvases; one theme—granddaddies. By the way, the final one is an image of my own father, smoking a cigar and jumping on a pogo stick!
I will end with one of my favorite quotes about grandfathers. It is by Julian Clary. Just because someone’s dead doesn’t mean it’s over. My grandfather died more than 25 years ago, but I still think of him alot and smell his smell. Mom
Tags: Art Canvas, Canvas Art, Canvas On Demand, Canvas Photos, canvas print, canvas prints, gallery wrapped, granddaddies
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Monday, November 26th, 2012
A couple of posts back, I discussed the many choices your have when ordering from Canvas on Demand. We looked at gallery-wrapped vs. framed art pieces. We also considered the differences between the photorealistic and pixelpainted options.
Today I want to let our readers know that there are even more choices. Did you know, for example, that we offer free consultation and free image enhancements? All you have to do is talk to one of our trained representatives by calling us toll-free or by using our website’s chat feature. Our service reps are standing by to help you make all the right decisions.
And were you aware that Canvas on Demand offers a 100% money back guarantee! That’s right. Our goal is to EXCEED your expectations.
But there’s more. Sometimes customers are surprised to learn that they can split their image into multiple canvases. (Click her to learn more about this photo split option: http://www.canvasondemand.com/options/canvas-photo-splits/
And we can also help you create a dynamic wall display in your home or office. We have 16 different arrangements that you can choose from.
One more service that Canvas on Demand offers: If your favorite photo is less than perfect, ask our art department to retouch it for you. See the examples below…
I bet you had no idea that you had so many choices with Canvas on Demand. Mom
Tags: Art Canvas, baby photo, Canvas Art, Canvas images, canvas print, canvas prints, gallery wrapped, photo split, Photo to Canvas, retouching, wall display
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Friday, November 16th, 2012
Every now and then, I like to take an opportunity to remind our readers about the choices they have when ordering from Canvas on Demand.
Let’s begin by discussing Gallery Wrapped vs. Framed canvases. Gallery Wrapped means that your canvas is actually stretched around the side of the frame. That edge of the canvas can be an extension of the image or a solid color as shown belown. The choice is yours!
Or if perhaps you like the idea of a framed canvas, you also have several options. You can choose from several traditional styles like the ones pictured here…
Or if you prefer a more contemporary look, you can try our Floating Frames. They add a modern touch to your canvas photo. A 1.5” gallery wrap is inset, leaving a 3/8” space between the canvas and frame. Choose between four different finishes as you see below.
After making those decisions, you can make choices about the actual “appearance” of your image. If you chose photo-realistic, your finished canvas will look just like your photo. But perhaps you are looking for an effect that appears to be brush stroked and softer. Then Pixel Painted is the way you would want to go.
If you are anything like me, you love choices, and at Canvas on Demand we give you plenty! In my next article, I will discuss a few more options that just might surprise you. Mom
Tags: Art Canvas, Canvas Art, Canvas images, Canvas On Demand, Canvas Photos, canvas print, canvas prints, floating frame, gallery wrapped, Photo to Canvas, Photorealistic Canvases, PhotoRealistic or PixelPainting, pixel painted
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Sunday, October 7th, 2012
I was raised and educated in Indiana, so I was introduced at a very young age to the Hoosier Poet, James Whitcomb Riley. He was the author of several famous children’s poems like Little Orphan Annie and the Raggedy Man. But one of my favorites was not directed toward children—When the Frost is on the Pumpkin.
As soon as the leaves begin to turn brilliant and the Midwest morning air greets me with a sharp bite, I think of the words that begin that epic poem: When the frost is on the pumpkin and the fodders in the shock. It’s only the first week of October, and I’ve already decorated my yard with pumpkins and gourds and mums. So it’s no surprise that the wonderful autumn canvases are catching my eyes.
I smiled at this image sent to us from a customer named Rebecca. She explained it. “This is Max in the pumpkin patch at Andrew’s Scenic Acres outside Toronto. It was a present for his father…and his eyes welled up when he saw it. The service was so fast, courteous and easy. The image on canvas are stunning. The customer service is amazing, and the product is excellent. I’ll be buying more.”
This next canvas that we made for Mark stopped me in my tracks. Autumn colors with snow capped mountains in the background! Now that’s not something I see in the Midwest. He snapped it one October day with an average 35mm camera. “The larger mountain in the shot is Mt. Moran and this area is called Oxbow Bend. It’s an amazingly beautiful area. The folks at Canvas on Demand were very helpful and answered all my many questions. I wasn’t sure how a regular 4×6 photo would translate to a larger canvas, but it turned out awesome! I was very pleased!” It’s a great photo, Mark, and we are thrilled that you are pleased. That’s our goal!
Sherri’s picture of fall aspens in Colorado is another spectacular example of an October shot turned to canvas. “These are some of the gorgeous fall aspen trees in Colorado. I am extremely impressed with Canvas on Demand. Your rep called me upon receipt of my order to make recommendations, and when I received the final product it looks like an oil painting! Colors are vibrant, and quality is excellent. I’m a new photographer and will absolutely send all my photos to Canvas on Demand in the future.”
This next one is such a sweet canvas! We created it for Cathy. She wrote in her testimonial: “I am a professional photographer and needed a sample to show my customers. This photo is of my granddaughter. My customers are raving about the quality of the photo on canvas. I am very pleased. Canvas on Demand is #1 on my list. The consultants were very professional and called me about the resolution on two of the photos. We made some changes that made all the difference in the finished product. Thanks to your great team!” And our great team is thankful for customers like you!
And in closing, I will simply say…I hope this year, you receive all treats and no tricks. Mom
Thanks, Lori, for the cute little trick-or-treaters below!
Tags: Art Canvas, autumn, canvas, Canvas Art, Canvas images, Canvas On Demand, Canvas Photos, canvas print, canvas prints, fall, Frost, gallery wrapped, leaves, October, pumpkins
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Tuesday, October 2nd, 2012
Want to add a new variance to your digital image? How about creating a feeling of BIG? Looking to add some humor or a totally offbeat perspective? Why not try a cleaver angle. Shooting from a high or low angle can give your photo a wonderful and unique dimension.
For example, Debi saw an opportunity for a great angle when she walked around a lighthouse in St. Augustine. “The photo that you put on canvas for me was taken in March in St. Augustine FLA. I was in the St. Augustine Lighthouse and the photograph just hit me….because, as I looked up to the top, the lines were just amazing. It is one of my favorite photographs. And WOW…the service, communication, and product was STELLAR! I would recommend this service to anyone. It’s worth the price, and the price is very affordable for the final product.” Thanks so much for those kind words, Debi. Now let me compliment YOU. This is a fabulous photo…and all because you took the time to look for an interesting angle!  Even as compellingly simple as Mindy’s image of a fence and sand is, she found a great angle! She told us that it was taken in Pensacola, Florida with a regular digital camera. What a difference the right angle makes! |
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Kelly was quite pleased with her shot that we at Canvas on Demand converted to a canvas wall hanging. “I took the photo of the Brooklyn Bridge from a great angle under the Bridge on the Brooklyn side. The super imposed image of the two men in the picture came from a digital still shot from a TV commercial of the two guys.” She purchased three different canvases from us at the same time. That’s the sort of return customer that we take great pride in. Thanks for coming back, Kelly.
And what do you think of this outrigger photographed by our customer named Ted? He told us he took the picture in Indonesia. Again, a great angle with spectacular colors, Ted!
Then finally, I want to share this canvas we made for Janet. It’s of the San Antonio River Walk. She wanted a piece of artwork for a spare bedroom, so she had one of her own photos converted to canvas. “What a pop of color for my very neutral bedroom!” She went on to tell us her experience with Canvas on Demand: “You guys did a great job! I submitted 2 photos and you let me know which one would come out the best as far as clarity goes. You advised me to go with the thicker canvas, which I am SO glad I did. Quality is fantastic! And you were super fast getting it done. This is what you do, and you do it very well! I will highly recommend you!”
So the next time you capture a terrific image, consider the angle. Walk around side, below, climb up above, or stretch out on your back. Remember that your angle can make all the difference! Mom
Tags: Art Canvas, Brooklyn Bridge, Canvas Art, Canvas images, Canvas On Demand, Canvas Photos, canvas print, canvas prints, gallery wrapped, Indonesia, outrigger, Photo to Canvas, San Antonia River Walk
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Thursday, September 27th, 2012
We at Canvas on Demand see so much love in canvases that our customers order. Love shines through in images of babies, children, pets, ancestors, weddings, etc.
For example, Jill asked us to create a canvas wall hanging of her parents that was taken 70 years ago. She told us: “The photo 70 years old. It’s of my parents at a Sunday School picnic when they were dating in 1941. I had it done for my Mother’s 86th birthday. Daddy died two years ago, after 67 years and one week of marriage to Mother. This is going to be a special treasure for her. When I opened the package today and saw the finished canvas for the first time, I stood and cried. It moved me. It took my breath away. You did such incredible work: touching up some flaws in the original photo, adjusting the contrast of the black and white photo just enough to make it sharp while maintaining the appearance of an aged photo. You helped me select the perfect size frame to retain the most of the picture. And finally, you made sure it arrived in time for Mother’s birthday! When I ordered this canvas, I had no idea just how lovely it would be. I send you blessings and thanks from my heart.” Jill, thanks so much for those kind words. This canvas is a heartwarming, and I can only imagine how blessed your mother is by your gift.
We often hear that a dog is man’s best friend. Well, this loving canvas of a dog and his master proves it. Carol, our customer who placed the order, explained it to us. “This is Chris and Harley just before her first Christmas with us. After we rescued her earlier in the year, she went through a huge transformation from a neglected, sickly little pup to this wonderful, vibrant bully. We just had to capture her first holiday season as part of our family. This photo is Chris’s favorite, so I had it made into a canvas and gave it to him for his 35th birthday. We couldn’t be happier with it. This is my husband’s favorite picture of them. He mentioned how much he would like to have it enlarged and framed. So, I did even better and had it created into a gallery canvas. I surprised him with it as a birthday present. He was speechless! We couldn’t get over the detail and quality. Job well done, Canvas on Demand! We look forward to preserving more memories with you.” Indeed! That’s exactly what we love—preserving memories for our customers.
Ann made me smile when she posted this testimonial to our Customer Showcase. How precious are these two little boys! Ann said, “They are my grandsons. I did a canvas wrap for the oldest of the two when he was newborn on the same bedspread. Now I am adding this one to the collection. I like that I can order a custom size. So easy to upload and order. Thanks!”
Now I think I’ll end this post with a lovely traditional poster that exemplifies LOVE—a wedding canvas. Melissa sent in the order and told us: “This is the happy couple! Love the photo. Love the customer service. Love the canvas. Thank you so much for your professionalism and kindness.”
Tags: Art Canvas, babies, baby photos, Canvas Art, Canvas images, Canvas On Demand, Canvas Photos, canvas print, gallery wrapped, Love, Pet photos, Photo to Canvas, Picture on Canvas, Vintage, vintage photo, weddings
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