Gloss canvas creates a work of art equal to something you would buy. Important works of art or keepsakes will benefit from UV resistant canvas. If you use gloss or satin canvas, canvas can be used directly. Matte canvases need a sealant.

Saved or scanned images will print directly on canvas. Make certain the file has good clarity and contrast at your desired size before making your final decision.

On a PC, open Windows Photo and Fax Viewer. Choose the right document or image from within this program and then go to “Printing Options. " Choices will range from wallet size to full-page photos. Set your printer, too. [1] X Research source On a Mac, select “Application. " Edit the graphic file so it is the way you want it and select your printer if it is not already chosen. [2] X Research source Captured images usually need to be edited to a print-ready format using editing software such as Photoshop.

If you do want a border, 1 1/2” (3. 75 cm) on all sides is a good amount, depending on the size of your canvas and how much of a 3-D effect you’re going for.

This is the feed on the back of your printer, not one of the ones lying on top. It can handle thicker sheets much, much better.

Each strip of paper should be about 1” (2. 5 cm) wide. Cut it straight with a pair of scissors. Tape each strip of paper to the back of the canvas on the bottom, where it’ll feed into the printer. They need to be flush against the canvas sheet and straight like a natural edge of paper – if they aren’t, the paper will feed in at an angle.

Let’s say you have a 13" x 9" sheet of canvas that you want to fill completely. With the extra inch at the bottom, you now have 14". To keep it on your canvas, add the extra inch – more if you’re not using the entire thing. If you have an “anchoring” option, use it. This adds space to any size of your file, so click the bottom center anchor, adding space at the bottom. Again, set it at 1".

Oh, and make sure your printer is turned on, there’s enough ink in the colors you need, etc.

Go into “User Details” and make sure your width and height of the picture (not of the paper) are set up correctly. Check your anchors, borders, and everything else as well.

You can then wrap the piece around a small box frame or other support to create a stretched canvas, original piece of art.