Posts Tagged ‘photo on canvas’

Canvases from Abroad

Tuesday, April 3rd, 2012

I just returned last night from a family vacation to Belize, Central America. It wasn’t your typical trip—we stayed in jungles and rainforests in order to visit shut-ins in their homes, teach in remote village schools, and deliver supplies to teachers who work hard with scarce resources.  So you readers won’t be surprised that I am particularly taken with folks today who have asked us to make canvases of their global adventures. 

I will begin with an image that has not yet become a canvas.  This photo was taken by my daughter of the school children from a village called Duck Run 2 in the Cayo District of Belize.  The children were very excited that we were coming, so they made welcome signs to greet us.  This is a memory we will never forget!   It is often irresistible to pass up a canvas opportunity when you have an unforgettable moment captured with the snap of your camera like this one.

One of our customers, Natalie, also had such an image which she sent to us—a photo taken in Jodhpur, India. “I am thoroughly pleased with my experience with Canvas on Demand. They were so professional and helpful, keeping me informed the whole way. They even upgraded the size free of charge to make it look its best. I would definitely use them again.  I have recommended them to all my friends and family.”

Carrie Anne asked us to create a canvas from an image she captured in Africa. “I vacationed in Kenya, Tanzania, and Zanzibar. There were three photos that I especially liked, and I sent them to Canvas On Demand. The canvases that were sent to me were simply spectacular. The quality was beyond excellent and the service was timely. Even though I had chosen a particular size for my photos, a Canvas on Demand representative called and said that the photos would look better in a larger size. They said that they would upsize my photos at their cost. The service and quality of the product from Canvas on Demand was superlative.”

And a final  photo snapped on a global vacation is from Nancy. “We recently visited Japan. Before we left, we asked our son and his wife what they would like for us to bring them. They said that they wanted a print of cherry blossoms.  I am thrilled with the result. Not only is the finished photo wonderfully printed, it is also stretched so nicely onto the wooden frame. With all of the luggage restrictions, it would have been impossible to give our children a gift nearly this nice.”

 Now there is another reason to order a canvas from Canvas on Demand. You don’t have to carry it on the plane!  So the next vacation–whether you are stateside or abroad–think CANVAS!  Mom

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At Their Happiest!

Friday, March 23rd, 2012

So…I was having my hair cut yesterday, and the young stylist explained to me that she was working with hair in order to earn money for her college degree—a BA from Herron School of Art in photography.  She explained that she loved styling hair, but loved photography even more.  “I want to shoot weddings, because that’s when people are the happiest.”  Of course, I took that golden moment to tell her about Canvas on Demand! 

Today as I perused some of the thousands of wedding canvases we make, the young woman’s words came to mind.  Could there be a happier image than this one taken of Joanne’s wedding party just moments before entering the church?  She was so pleased with her canvas that she posted a testimonial:  That was such a fun shot of us and our friends. I love everyone’s expressions! Canvas on Demand gave me super quick service and shipping. It looks great!  I loved how you guys emailed me to let me know that certain changes needed to be made in order for it to wrap around perfectly.” 

Isn’t it wonderful when folks come up with a unique idea like this one of Caroline and her new hubby?  “It’s outside our family’s church where I’m sitting on my dad’s truck. I bought a coupon for Canvas On Demand, and hadn’t printed a single wedding picture so decided it was the perfect opportunity. The coupon was for a 16×20, but when I submitted my order, Canvas on Demand sent me an email back the same day saying they upgraded my order for free, because my image wouldn’t fit properly otherwise. I received my canvas in 4 days, and it looks amazing. It’s definitely better than I ever imagined.”  

I especially enjoyed this next photo sent to us by a customer named Mary.  She looks so graceful releasing the doves on their beautiful wedding day. “My canvas is lovely and we are so happy with it.  Mary and Anthony.”

It would be appropriate to end with “Cinderella” and this canvas we created for her mother, Susan.  “I had a picture of my daughter and son-in-law’s wedding day carriage ride enlarged onto canvas to display in the entryway of their new home. I can’t wait to see their expression when they open their special gift.”

Congratulations to all these newly-weds.  Your canvases prove that my stylist was right; weddings are the happiest of times.  Mom

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It Lasted! Celebrating Anniversaries

Monday, March 12th, 2012

It’s always fun to make canvases of those spectacular wedding days, but I am especially touched by anniversary canvases.  Time has passed; but the love is still there! 

Bobbie asked us to create a canvas of this lovely shot of her daughter and her new husband, Krystina and Drew.  “They were in my front yard. It was just a simple shot taken to document the anniversary of their first kiss. They loved this picture so much, so I thought what better gift than this?  I found out about Canvas On Demand when the kids used a popular website to promote their wedding. Your website was easy to navigate and upload this digital photo. The turn around time was so fast! The canvas is by far my FAVORITE portrait EVER!  Very professional. Your Customer Service reps kept me very well informed every step of the way. Confirmation of my order was received…along with  processing, shipping, and tracking numbers so I knew when to expect delivery. And IT WAS DELIVERED ON A SATURDAY!   Thank you, Canvas On Demand, for this very special memoir!”

I’ve never seen anything quite like this next shot sent to us by Cheryl.  We were celebrating our 10th  wedding anniversary on a cruise and had this picture was taken.  Super customer service! You guys even upgraded me to a larger canvas (at no extra charge) to better fit my picture!”  And the frame was built right in.  Clever!

Who would have thought that a cemetery would make such a lovely photo setting?  Customer Maria, explained: “This is my husband Mark and me on our wedding day in 1999. This particular cemetery is known for its beauty and many couples go there for their wedding photos. I had this done for our ten-year anniversary. I also had some special words written on the canvas, the Canvas on Demand artists did exactly what I wanted, and more — it came out so beautiful!”  It certainly did, Maria.  Thanks for sharing your creativity with us.

I absolutely loved the combination of tenderness and energy in this next canvas that we made for Carol.  “This picture was taken at our 30th Wedding Renewal Ceremony.  It was a very wonderful time to share with our four adult children. We decided that they would be the only people invited to this special time in our life. We wanted to show them, by example, that our family is the most important thing to us.  I really enjoyed working with Jennifer, your customer service rep. She made me feel like this picture was special. I had many questions for her, which she answered with a smile. Even if I couldn’t see her smile…I knew she was smiling. When the canvas came, I actually cried. This will always remind us of the renewal of our love.” 

Just like your grown children, Carol, we at Canvas on Demand want to cheer you on.  Congrats to all those celebrating anniversaries.  We need examples like you in our world!  Mom

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Colors that POP!

Sunday, February 12th, 2012

If you want to see some popping colors, just take a little visit to the OUTDOOR section of our Canvas Showcase.  I found myself perusing some of our recent testimonials there and was amazed at how some of the colors exploded…especially when the customer got up close and personal.

Jason was actually shooting for the Heliconia plant during a visit to Costa Rica.  “But then, out of nowhere comes this green throat Hummingbird.  It was like it flew in for its portrait. And it made for this great canvas.  Thanks Canvas on Demand.   I highly recommend you to Pros and Novices alike.”

Just look at the colors in this gladiola canvas that we created for Roger.  He thanked us.  “It turned out excellent.  You are great folks to work with.”

And Marshall captured this next image in Vienna.  What an array of bold colors that nearly jump right off his canvas!   He told us that it’s going up in his kitchen.  Perfect!  In his testimonial to us he wrote:  “I have recommended COD to friends based on my experience and have used COD several times since.”   Now we love hearing those words, Marshall!

When Matthew gave roses to his wife, he never thought they’d end up hanging on his wall!  But he snapped a great photo and it turned out to be—as he says—“a true piece of artwork!”  Matthew, I’m sure you are as proud of that image as we are of the canvas we made for you.  He went on to explain his experience: “When I first sent the picture in, I received an email from Canvas on Demand letting me know that the size of the frame I chose (16×20) would crop out some of the picture. They told me they would modify the size to fit the picture (16×24) free of charge. I absolutely love how the canvas turned out. The color and appearance are fantastic. I can’t tell you how much I appreciate that. The enlargement I did of the photo turned out great; however, the canvas version is truly spectacular!”

Andrew managed a “win” when he tripped the shutter at the Hudson Hot Air Affair 2011 Moonglow.  “This image took 1st place in the photo contest.  It was my first contest win. Great work, Canvas on Demand.  My canvas was perfect. The order and shipping were both fast and the quality was second to none. I will buy more for sure.”  Well, Andrew, we congratulate you on your win!  And we look forward to seeing more of your great work in the future.

Popping colors and popping testimonials.  Keep them coming.  They make our day!  Mom

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Details of the Past

Friday, April 29th, 2011

Whenever my brother, sister, and I get together, we often take out a box of old family photos and three of our most powerful magnifying glasses.  What fun it is to look for all the finite detail in our mother’s kitchen or on the Thanksgiving table 40 years ago at our Aunt Theresa’s country home.  It makes me realize that when you look at the past, the small things tell much of the story.  I think that’s why I enjoy all the canvases we make from vintage photos.  So many of the testimonials thank us for pulling out all those fine and often faded details that mean so much. 

Aliyah had us create a wonderful canvas of her parents. Her testimonial reminded us of how our expertise and commitment to customer service can make a big difference in the lives of our customers. “My brother and I dug up one of the few wedding photos of my parents. We wanted to give a canvas to them on their 25th anniversary. The photo was old, terribly aged, and of poor quality. This one was really a challenge.  Customer service contacted us multiple times regarding the photo and asked what we hoped to accomplish on our modest budget. Everything went smoothly. And all of the representatives I spoke with were extremely kind and considerate. And the canvas was beautiful! It actually brought tears to my parents’ eyes! They were so impressed that you caught every detail, things that were barely visible in the original photograph. Thank you so much!”

Aliyah's Canvas

And then there’s Glenda, who sent us a spectacular 1903 vintage photo of her grandparents. She wanted to share it at the 83rd annual family reunion.  She told us it was a hit and generated plenty of discussion about their family history.  When I look at the canvas, Glenda, I can certainly see why.  It is a wonderful family heirloom!  Mom

1903 Vintage Canvas for Glenda

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A Special Effect

Thursday, December 2nd, 2010

Question from Carilyn:  I have a picture of a baby and would like to get a canvas made of it.  Is there anyway I could get it in black and white but keep the hat in color? I have seen this done in other pictures but do not know how to do it. Thanks!

Answer from Tom:  Carilyn, thanks for the great question about that special effect.  We would love to take a look at your photo and talk to you about your idea, because it certainly is possible.  Our goal is to produce what you want.  We have a great team that works with those sorts of special effects.  You can click on live chat on our website or call our toll free customer service line, and we will answer all your questions.

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A Young Woman Interviews Crazies…Live from Main Street

Sunday, July 26th, 2009
When Grace hits main street with her “microphone”, she learns just how crazy folks are about Canvas on Demand.

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