Where would the world be without art? Where would we be without text? Without paper and wood and canvas?
As humanity trucks along, the flow of stories becomes even more endless. And we use outlets like art and literature, as people always have, to tell those stories. As the decades have gone by, new types of printing technology have increased some art display types in popularity and booted others.
Canvas, in particular, has risen in the ranks of printing at Technicraft and all over the world. Once made from tightly woven hemp or linen, this cotton-based medium has much to boast about. It’s malleable, lightweight, can be rolled for transportation, and is low-maintenance. Plus, you don’t have to frame it - you can leave canvas with exposed sides and hang it as-is.
Probably the most important driver in the popularity of canvas is cost. Compared to a fully framed piece complete with print, mount, matboard, glass, frame, and finishing, a canvas only requires the stretcher bars and canvas. This keeps your overall cost down and still maintains a timeless look.
If you’re an artist, canvas is a great way to reproduce your work to sell or gift as a finished piece. The finished look is great for buyers who want to be able to go home and hang the piece right away. And you avoid missing a sale because a buyer doesn’t like a specific frame or matboard.
If you’re looking to display brand graphics or business displays, canvas is budget-friendly and sharp. Plus, when compared to traditional framing and display limitations, canvas prints have a larger capacity for print size.
Of course canvas is also relatively easy to pack and ship. It’s not particularly fragile and is fairly lightweight. So, for those who sell online and ship or want to gift, this is one of the best ways to go.
It’s always important to select properly for your space, style, and budget. That’s why our team is here to answer questions and offer professional insight based on your needs. But, when in doubt, canvas is always a great option and one that will tell a story as timeless as yours.