How to Prepare the Right Resolution for Printing Canvas Wall Art?

Canvas wall art often becomes the focal point of a living room, bedroom, or hallway. If the image you use doesn’t have enough pixels, the final printed piece may look blurry or grainy — ruining the overall decorative effect.

This is especially important when printing popular sizes like 12x16 inch canvas prints, where every pixel counts.

Recommended Resolution for Canvas Prints

 Recommended: 300 DPI (dots per inch)

To calculate the ideal pixel size:
Canvas size (inches) × 300 = Image size in pixels

For a 12x16 custom abstract canvas print, we recommend using an image that’s at least 3600x4800 pixels.

What If Your Image Isn’t Big Enough?

Don’t worry — you still have options:

• ✅ Use AI image upscaling tools (like Photoshop or Gigapixel AI)

• ✅ Print at a smaller canvas size

• ✅ Add artistic filters or effects to blend resolution into an abstract or painterly style

• ✅ Contact our design team — we’ll help optimize your image before printing

Best Image Types and Formats for Canvas Printing

We especially recommend turning family portraits, travel memories, or pet photos into custom canvas prints — bringing both art and emotion into your home.

Pre-Print Checklist for Your Image

✅ Resolution: Minimum 300 DPI
✅ Size matches your canvas dimensions
✅ File format: JPG / PNG / TIFF
✅ Avoid excessive cropping or screenshots
✅ Use sRGB color profile for best accuracy

Whether you're designing modern wall art for your home, or turning a memory into a heartfelt gift, preparing the right image resolution is a step you shouldn’t skip.

We hope this guide helps you get print-ready with confidence.
Still unsure? We offer free image evaluations before you order!

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