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DENKO PRINT LAB

welcome to our print lab

When we started our own printmaking process back in 2016 with just one little printer (Canon PRO-100) our goal was to give our wedding and portrait clients something better than average quality of conventional print shops. But that was just the beginning... Very soon we found out that the printmaking process is so addictive and immersive and complex and most importantly - satisfying! Besides that, after purchasing two more printers (Canon PRO-1000 and PRO-2000) we realized that large format prints require some adequate presentation. So we learned techniques like framing, matting, and canvas stretching. With this much knowledge, equipment, and material in stock we started offering our printmaking services to fellow photographers, artists, and the general public.

 

our setup

Printers

Canon PRO-100 | sizes 4x6" - 13x19"

Canon PRO-1000 | sizes 5x7" - 17x22"

Canon PRO-2000 | roll sizes up to 24" wide

 

Media

Conventional: Canon Semi-Gloss, Luster Pro, Pro Platinum, Premium Matte, LexJet E-Satin

Fine-art: Hahnemuehle, Canson, Moab

Canvas: Frederix Crystal Matte, Canon Art Satin

Cards: Museo, Red-River

 

Color CALIBRATION

We are using X-Rite i1 Photo Pro2 for both monitor calibration and creating our own printer/paper profiles.

We offer our clients free loaner "Spyder 5 PRO" for monitor calibration.

 

environment

Our print lab and storage area have controlled temperature & humidity parameters along with an intense air filtration system which results into clean and buckle-free products.

what we offer

As a Giclee-style print lab, we offer an individual approach to each client and maximum attention to every print order. Doors of our shop are always open to our clients who would like to have pre-print consultation or even witness the process of printmaking themselves.



See more samplesHigh-quality, custom matted competition prints for WPPI, SWPP and other print competitions.
We know all the rules and specifications and ready to present your submission.

Competition Prints


See more samplesaka Canvases are our favorite! We are using Go-Frame stretcher systems along with our unique process that renders perfect corners and superb tension of the material.
Each canvas gets two layers of protective coating.Gallery Wraps


See more samplesBesides offering a wide array of pre cut mats we can also make mats with custom openings. All our mats are 100% cotton, 4, 6, or even 8 ply.
Photo Mats


See more samplesWhen you are not sure which media to choose for your image our you would like to se more than one option for your print we offer so called Print Samplers - same image printed on a group of different papers of one brand or different brands but same style of media,Media Samplers


See more samplesFor bridal shows, vendor markets, wedding shows and other exhibitions we offer budget-friendly option of prints mounted on various backing boards. From styrene to hardboard. Frameless Mounts


See more samplesGorgeous collections of canvas grouping have become a new hit of our print lab. We created a handful of contemporary designs that will fit any wall. Canvas Groupings


See more samplesWe offer high quality borderless or bordered prints in sizes from 4x6 to 24x36.
Media choices vary from conventional to fine-art selections.Prints


See more samplesWe offer simple, contemporary frames and shadow boxes by "Studio-Decor" in a variety of colors. Options include either just the print or matted print. Framed Prints

resources for photographers

Through the course of our development as photographers, we evolved from shoot-edit-burn to shoot-edit-print style which positively impacted not only our business but also our relationships with our photography clients. Being a photographer that also prints his/her own images means that we truly care about those memories. On the other side, we understand that not every photographer is ready to plunge into a costly and time-consuming endeavor of their own printmaking. We love to say that if you want to have good-looking and healthy teeth, you don't have to become a dentist, you just need to have a good one in your address book. The same rule applies to printmaking! A photographer can become fluent in printed products and offer their clients high-quality tangible memories as long as he/she has a good printmaker by his side.

We will be glad to become your personal printmaker!

Check services below that we offer to local and remote photographers and fellow-printmakers.

Also, feel free to join our Facebook group - "DIgital Printmaking for Photographers" and check out our YouTube channel.

 

The usual frustration for most photographers that start printing is that the prints are not really matching the images on their monitors.

The reason behind that is uncalibrated monitor that has some generic factory settings of color, brightness and contrast.
We offer our clients free loaner "Spyder 5 PRO" for monitor calibration along with calibration process support.Monitor CalibrationLearn More
As a printmakers for dozens of photographers we've seen way too many times when images were downgraded in terms of quality and colors throughout editing and exporting process.

For that reason we wrote simple and applicable tutorial about most efficient editing workflow that results into maximum print quality.File SettingsDownload tutorial
While digital image can be cropped in any way that photographer sees it, the actual print has to fit certain size so it can be properly matted and framed afterwards.
Our own approach is to keep original images uncropped so we get more room to fit them for different paper sizes.
We've developed very handy "Aspect Ratio Chart" that helps to navigate through all major paper sizes and shows crop-factor among them.Sizes and RatioDownload Chart
If you are completely new to all printing "shebang" and would like to learn more about it we offer a unique 1 on 1 experience at our print shop where we talk about printing, papers, camera settings, editing workflow, calibration and even print sales strategy and tactics.

Bring a thumb drive with your 10 favorite images and watch them printed on various papers as we speak.Printing 1 on 1Book free 1on1 session


So what if you have decided to become shoot-edit-print photographer yet not ready to invest thousands into printmaking equipment (where photo-printer is only part of it).

We can take care of all your print orders: from setting up your price-sheets, online galleries, promotions, discounts and all way up to printing and shipping your orders directly to your clients. Even with your your branding and logos!
Basically you get the money part and we get the fun-of-printing part.Orders fulfillmentBook free 1on1 session
Any path is easier to navigate when you are surrounded by like minded people that can give valuable advise or share their own experience.
Join our closed FB group "Digital Printmaking For Photographers" - it's great place to ask print-related questions, check new projects and make some good friends!CommunityJoin The Group

our partners

Being a successful printmaker with consistent results is definitely not a one-man operation.

Choosing good materials and the right suppliers is a solution.

Below is a list of the brands that we chose and rely on their products and expertise:

 

how to order

  • While we are working on the online ordering page,
    the easiest way is to email us with your printing request.
  • For one-time orders, we accept files over GoogleDrive, DropBox or WeTransfer.
  • If you are planning to order regularly we can set you up with a permanent ShootProof gallery where you can upload, configure and order your prints.
  • We accept JPEG and TIFF (preferable) files in AdobeRGB 1998 color space
    and 8 or 16-bit color depth. See more info here.
  • Also, you are very welcome to come over to our studio for a print-consultation.

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Contact us

Email: denko.imaging@gmail.com

Studio: 328 Oak str, Painted Post, NY, 14870 (by appointment)

Call or text: (607) 684-7383

DENKO IMAGING

Serving Corning, Finger Lakes area, Upstate NY and beyond

Established in 2013

Owners: Myra Denko, Vlad Denko