What’s one of the biggest things holding back digital illustrators from printing their artwork? From our experience, we’ve noticed the largest setback is they aren’t confident that the depth, image clarity and colour reproduction will be the same on print as it is on the screen.
The good news is you can easily achieve the same high-quality look on prints as you do digitally. The secret? Using the best print-on-demand portal that ensures your works of art are produced accurately with the latest technology.
PrinTribe provides digital illustrators with premium-grade printing and framing options that ensure not only the quality is accurate, but also that the longevity of your artwork is extended. This means you can expand your customer reach, and they’ll be hanging your art for years to come.
Whether your illustration style is vintage-retro, fantasy, cartoon, fashion, or flat illustration, we’ll take your art from screen to frame, making it the crisp, head-turning fine art you’ve always envisioned.
Check out this guide to find out how you can use PrinTribe to print and frame your digital art. We’ll cover the best paper to use for digital illustrations, our top matboards and mounting options, which acrylic finishes and frames you should use, and the ideal frames for digital art printed on canvas.
Which paper should I use for printing digital art?
As a digital illustrator, you want the colours within your art to pop, as well as the level of detail and definition to deliver an impact on the viewer (A.K.A your customers). A matte, bright white paper will provide the best solution when it comes to colour saturation and colour reproduction.
- Our top recommendation is our Premium Art Paper which is available as an option within our Premium Frame products. This paper is bright, white, and matte, which is perfect for reproducing digital and graphic art in vivid, high-contrast colour to make the most impact.
- Our Textured Cotton Rag Paper is a soft, textured, icy-white paper that is ideal for hand-drawn digital art styles, as it adds texture and movement to your finished, framed product.
- Our Classic Art Paper is another wonderful option. Available in conjunction with our Classic Frames product range, our Classic Art Paper means your art is printed with excellent colour reproduction and saturation – perfect for graphic illustrations.
Which matboard is best for digital illustrations?
Depending on your illustration style, a matboard brings added drama and boldness to your framed artwork.
- For a classic, sophisticated look, you can’t go past our Standard Matboard option from the Premium Frame range. Smooth, crisp, and made from 100% cotton, this matboard adds a 5cm border around your art for an exhibition-style look.
If you’re looking for a simple, yet effective border solution, our Classic Frames products also give you the option of that 5cm white printed border. This framing style provides just the right amount of contrast, without adding any extra dimension or texture.
Acrylic finishes – which is best for digital illustrators?
To ensure the longevity if your framed art print, we can’t recommend enough the TruVue® Premium Acrylic option. It’s crystal-clear so it truly lets your art shine through, plus it has additional UV protection that blocks up to 66% UV light for an even sharper view.
How should you frame digital illustrations?
Your frame choice reflects your own creative style, which is why it’s important to explore your options to discover which frame suits your digital art style best. Check out our top suggestions that we think look best for framing digital illustrations.
- Gustav is part of our Classic Frames, and it has a smooth and simple look. Available in black, white, and oak shades, its sleek, classic profile delivers an understated, contemporary look that showcases your digital illustrations in all their glory.
- Elisabeth is one of our favourite choices for a black or white frame that has a woodgrain finish. This relaxed, subtle grain of the wood softens the starkness of white and black, providing warmth and intimacy to your framed digital art.
Which framing options will look best for my illustrations printed on canvas?
A floating frame does something particularly magical to digital illustrations printed on canvas, especially for artwork that includes subject matter heavy in floral or natural elements.
- Henri is by far our most popular floating frame. Available in black and white, its classic L-shaped mould is sleek and floats 5mm from the canvas edge to create a sophisticated, shadowed look.
At the end of the day, your vision for your finished artwork will guide you to choose the best product to suit your illustrative style. With this curated range of high-quality art paper and framing options for you to explore, including classic framing styles in natural oak and even ornate bamboo, you’ll find the perfect choice for your work.
