Services
Fine Art & Photographic Printing
We produce archival fine‑art and photographic prints using colour‑calibrated workflows and pigment inks. Select from a range of finishes – matte, lustre, gloss, cotton rag, metallic, canvas, adhesive or transparency – to suit your creative vision. Each print is individually checked for colour accuracy and trimmed to your specifications.
Print Sizes & Finishing
Prints are available in standard sizes from A5 to A0, or we can create custom dimensions. As we print from large rolls of papers, all prints will be trimmed to size and is included in the price of prints A4 and larger. For smaller prints, trimming is available for a small fee.
File Preparation & Additional Services
Accepted formats: Flattened TIFF or JPEG files.
Resolution: Ideal resolution is 300–360 dpi.
Colour profile: Adobe RGB 1998.
Border & Trimming: Please specify if you require a border and/or trimming.
Additional services: Same‑day turnaround and file adjustments are available for an extra charge.
Our staff can provide advice on file preparation and help you choose the best paper and finish for your project.
File Requirements
Loupe Imaging operates as a ‘File Ready’ service. All files should be saved according to the below specifications and any post-production done before submitting files. Any orders requiring additional adjustments will be charged at the Same Day Service pricing.
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Make sure your image is sized and cropped to the dimensions you require. We can print at any size, you will be charged by the surface area printed.
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Accepted file formats are TIFF and high-quality JPEG. Files should be flattened with no layers or alpha channels. If submitting JPEGs, please ensure they are saved at maximum quality to avoid compression artefacts.
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Files should be supplied at a resolution of 300–360 ppi at final print size for optimal quality. Lower resolutions may result in reduced sharpness, particularly for close-viewed prints. Loupe Imaging does not upsample files unless specifically requested, and print quality is the responsibility of the client.
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All files must be supplied in Adobe RGB (1998) colour space. Embedded profiles are required. Loupe Imaging prints using a managed colour workflow; however, no colour correction is applied unless requested.
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As we print from large rolls of papers, all prints will be trimmed to final size and is included in the price of prints A4 and larger. For smaller prints, trimming is available for $2 per print. Files should not include crop marks.
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Standard turnaround times are up to 48 hours once an order is received. Same‑day orders placed before 12 pm will be ready by the end of the day; orders placed after 12 pm will be ready the next business morning. Files requiring adjustments, corrections, or clarification may delay production and incur Same Day Service charges. Turnaround times do not include shipping or delivery.
Paper & Materials
Our carefully selected papers and materials allow you to achieve the look and feel you want. Below is a summary of each stock:
Cotton Rag Smooth
Canson Infinity Rag Photographique
100% Cotton Rag
310gsm Matte Extra Smooth Finish
Maximum roll width 150cm
Cotton Rag Matte
Canson Infinity Edition Etching Rag
100% Cotton Rag
310gsm Matte Finish with a slight texture
Maximum roll width 150cm
Cotton Rag Aquarelle
Canson Infinity Arches Aquarelle Rag
100% Cotton Rag
310gsm Highly textured matte finish watercolour paper
Maximum roll width 110cm
Cotton Rag Pearl
Canson Infinity Platine Fibre Rag
100% Cotton Rag with a platinum microporous coating
310gsm Lustre Finish
Maximum roll width 150cm
Matte
Epson Enhanced Matte
Cellulose base
189gsm Matte Smooth Finish
Maximum roll width 160cm
Lustre
Canson Infinity PhotoLustre Premium
Acid-free cellulose base with a microporous resin coating
310gsm Lustre Finish
Maximum roll width 150cm
Gloss
Canson Infinity PhotoGloss Premium
Acid-free cellulose base with a microporous resin coating
270gsm Glossy Finish
Maximum roll width 110cm
Metallic
Bauhaus Photo Metallic
Resin coated photo paper with a warm-white, pearlescent metallic effect
260gsm Glossy Finish
Maximum roll width 150cm
Canvas
Canson Infinity Museum ProCanvas
100% cotton canvas base with a microporous coating.
385gsm Matte Finish
Maximum roll width 110cm
PhotoTac
GamutDisplay LowTac Tex Matte
Smooth re-usable adhesive material
Adheres to any non-porous flat surface
Removes easily without residue
Maximum roll width 110cm
Transparency Film
Pictorico Premium Transparency Film
Smooth translucent surface
Suitable for creating digital negatives for photographic and printmaking applications
Maximum roll width 100cm
Pricing
Our prices are divided into two categories:
Standard File Ready and Same‑Day Service.
Standard orders have a turnaround of up to 48 hours. Same‑day orders placed before 12 pm will be ready by the end of the day; orders placed after 12 pm will be ready the next business morning. As we print from rolls, prints can be any size you want (within the maximum roll widths) so you are not limited to sheet sizes.
FAQs
Ordering & File Preparation
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Use the Order Prints page to fill out the order form, upload your files and submit your request. We will email you when your prints are ready.
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We accept flattened TIFF or JPEG files. For best results, supply files at 300–360 dpi. We can print from files above 180 dpi when sized at required print dimensions, but lower resolutions may compromise quality.
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Yes. We can assist with file preparation or adjustments. Additional fees may apply.
Turnaround & Shipping
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Standard orders are ready within 48 hours. Same‑day service is available for an additional fee.
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We offer national postage. Shipping costs depend on size and destination and will be quoted when you order.
Pricing & Payment
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Prices depend on print size, paper type and turnaround time. Refer to our Pricing page for full details. Custom sizes are charged per square metre.
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Yes. Please contact us for a customised quote if you are ordering multiple prints or large projects.
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We accept major credit and debit cards and direct bank transfer.
Paper & Materials
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Our Paper & Materials page provides an overview of each stock. You can also order a Paper Sample Pack to see and feel the papers before choosing.
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Yes. We offer canvas printing, but we do not offer canvas stretching or mounting services.