How to select your artwork for Engraving.
- Living Etch
- Feb 24, 2021
- 2 min read
Updated: Oct 7
Before uploading your photo, please review our recommendations to ensure the best possible outcome for your order.
Accepted Image Types:
Photos
Monogram images / Vector logos
Handwriting & sketches (ensure there linework has some thickness i.e. ink tip / texter. Biro not recommended)
Accepted Vector Document Types:
PDF
illustrator, DWG, SVG.
All vector documents must be vectorized to avoid output distortion.
Please use cut (red), outline (Blue) and fill / engraving (black fill)
IMAGE SELECTION GUIDELINE
Avoid Props: Remove any props such as scarves or sunglasses where possible unless they are intentionally part of the image art.
Resolution: High resolution in natural light preferred for clarity.
Background: Keep the background subtle and clean and ensure subject/s are well-defined with good contrast. Preference for a white studio background and photos focused on the subject. A well lit photos with minor background interference may be acceptable where we can do minor photoshopping.
Distance: Macro images taken within 1 to 1.5m generally work better than those taken from a distance.
Lighting: Avoid evening or artificial lighting; opt for ambient or natural light for the best results. Avoid photos with sharp light/ shadows or subjects in shadow (i.e light source behind).T
Pets: Photos of pets are generally not recommended. On occasions, it can be done. Please contact us before placing an order for our review if you want to include pets.
Drawings and Handwriting: Submit these in black and white format in a fine to medium ink pen. Avoid biro or pencil (too fine) and colouring in or fill large sections (filled sections) as the output is a monogram.
Disclaimer:
Each photo will yield different results. If the provided photo does not meet quality standards, we may request alternatives. Having back ups or provide us options are helpful.
In additions, images and intricate details shows up best on lighter timber with few grain strands. We do no take responsibility on unsatisfied expectation due to poor section of timber. Engraving and Etching is applicable to timber and transparent acrylic only. Please refer here on selecting your timber
If you have any doubts or need further assistance, feel free to give us a call. We’d love to help!
Below: Recommended images
Below: not recommended
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