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Are Photo Collages Worth Printing Out?

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5 years ago

August 14, 2019

Digital photo sharing might have reduced the need for people to print photos after taking a shot using their digital camera. But the truth is that printing photos provide photographers with countless benefits.

Here are reasons why you may want to consider purchasing a photo printer:

Skills

Every time you print a large photo, all the details get amplified. And it becomes easier to see if there was nice lighting, excellent contrast, or any defects. But when you posting photos on social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest, this won’t be possible. Most digital photos are viewed on smaller screens that tend to hide so many details.

With a short Photoshop session, however, you can readily fix some of these flaws. But as a photographer, this could end up making you lazy. Printing your photographs allows you to focus on taking first-class images using a tour camera. Being able to see all the faults clearly can inspire you to get it right from the beginning.

Inspires Creativity

Whenever you print a good photo, you get motivated to go out there and get craftier with your camera. Plus, it boosts your ego and makes you proud of your outstanding photographic skills.

Photo Taking/Shooting Style

Your photography will gain an entirely new character when it’s viewed on a printed page. Typically, printed pictures create a different effect than digital photos being displayed on a laptop or smartphone. If you truly aspire to study your photography skills and learn more about your technique so as to improve, consider printing your photos regularly. You’ll discover more details about your camera, shooting technique, as well as your natural abilities. With a digital screen, however, these aspects aren’t easily revealed.

Demand

Nearly all great photographers plus graphic artists have unique galleries where they exhibit their work. To expand your horizon further and market your photography skills to high profile personalities, you ought to learn how to print high-quality photographs. Digital technology should actually be seen as a way of enhancing photo printing instead of substituting for it.

All you need to do after spending hours trying to find the best scenery shoot, it to convert that effort into printed artwork. This has the potential to attract the same attention just like painting on canvas. So, if this is something you are looking for, print your photo collage with https://www.canvaspop.com/products/photo-collages today.

Re-Discovering Photographic Taking Process

Of course, digital photos save time when it comes to sharing images as well as other pictorial proof. But on the other hand, they take away an important piece of the original photo shooting process. Before the inception of digital photo sharing, photographers would have to spend many hours in picture development as well as printing. Even those who take photographs as a hobby will remember the excitement that came with selecting a certain type of paper. Other than taking the negatives to a photographic lab, other aspects of this process included choosing a beautifully designed frame and hanging the photo on the wall for others to see.

Printing your collage photos provides a perfect chance to produce physical proof regarding your work that doesn’t need a specific type of machine or technology to read except your eyes.

Bring Those Old Photos to Life

Print the old pictures and inject life into them. Don’t leave them in a drive. Remember, a drive can malfunction and make it difficult for you to access your memorable and treasured photos. Printing photos brings fond memories back to life—something that will inject more class into your photo collage. So, if you are looking to make your photo collage more memorable, consider retrieving old photos and walking them into the photo collage today. Its one of the best things you can do and achieve an adorable photo collage.

Great Decorations

Tired of seeing the old decorations on your wall or office? Don’t they inspire you anymore? Well, you can revive your home by incorporating printed collage photos into your interior décor. Mix nature photos with your personal and family photographs. For a more rewarding process, spend some time choosing new frames featuring different styles and sizes. You could even put your photography on a T-shirt and make it a business with a quality garment printer. Then carefully choose pictures that bring sweet memories and inspire you in a special way. Select a place in your room and use your imagination to create a focal point using your framed photographs.

Printed photos can motivate you to improve your photography skills and also serve as an incredible way to boost your income. Even more, it provides inspiration and true satisfaction for you as well as your loved ones.

Become Better

Being able to watch what you’ve made in print form is really inspiring. Plus, it will help you visualize the art and even discover new strategies for improving your photography technique. It’s a great way to closely see what you’ve worked so hard to create. As compared to a computer screen, print is an extremely unique medium that provides a personal touch and an opportunity for photographers to see how their retouching techniques really hold up.

As a retoucher who’s responsible for editing individual pixels, creating a large print will help you realize that the efforts you’re making aren’t even noticeable. And this should motivate you to spend minimal time on every piece which can be a great thing for optimizing productivity.

On the contrary, if you’re that type of a retoucher who’s less accurate with the drawing pen, or maybe you aren’t that experienced with the dodge, then seeing your photographs on a big scale will reveal what you can and can’t do away with.

Final Thoughts

Printing out your photo collage is an awesome idea. It provides you with the perfect chance to create unique memories. It helps you reconnect with your past and derive more inspiration from your previous experiences. Besides, printing your photographs helps you spot finer details that you wouldn’t have noticed in digitally shared images. So, if these are the things you are looking for, invest in printing your photos. The process comes with a myriad of advantages. From inspiring creativity to improving your skills—printing of photos is a worthy investment.

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Celebrating 25 Years: Otumfuo Osei Tutu II’s Reign

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6 hours ago

April 26, 2024

Ameyaw Debrah

Celebrating 25 Years: Otumfuo Osei Tutu II's Reign

Today marks the 25th anniversary of Otumfuo Osei Tutu II’s reign as the Asantehene, the King of the Ashanti Kingdom.

Otumfuo Osei Tutu II: Celebrating 25 Years of Local and Global Impact.
Showing on @GTV_Ghana and streaming on all our social media platforms on Sunday, April 28, at 8:30PM.#Asanteman #OurCultureOurHeritage pic.twitter.com/g3u0Ql5q6i
— GTV Ghana (@GTV_Ghana) April 26, 2024

The celebrations, which began with spectacular fireworks witnessed by Otumfuo himself, will culminate in the Silver Jubilee anniversary on Akwasidaekese on June 12 at Dwabrem, Manhyia Palace.

This milestone is a testament to Otumfuo’s impactful leadership, dedication to the Asante people, and contributions to education and research as the Chancellor of KNUST.

❤️ @AkwaboahMusic meets The King of Ashanti Kingdom Otumfoc Osei Tutu II. pic.twitter.com/wdvlulV7Ez
— FELICIA OSEI (@Osei_Feliciaa) April 26, 2024

The event is being celebrated across Ghana, with well-wishes and congratulations pouring in from various quarters, highlighting the significance of this occasion for Asanteman and Ghana as a whole.

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Mr. Beast in Ghana: Surprising Visit Sparks Excitement

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6 hours ago

April 26, 2024

Ameyaw Debrah

World-renowned YouTuber Mr. Beast, known for his philanthropic acts, has been spotted in Ghana, specifically in Accra and Tema, sparking excitement among locals.

Wow, Mr Beast is in Ghana! Look at how boys are gathering to take pictures with him. pic.twitter.com/46gawXYWnJ
— Big Kay🇬🇭 (@OfficialBigkay) April 26, 2024

His visit has led to discussions about his choice of Ghana over other African countries, with some suggesting that the country’s popularity as a tourist destination played a role.

MrBeast is in Ghana and no one is talking about it? Make I step out more times I go get new phone or car saf pic.twitter.com/AUP9CSoDoV
— Kofi Ntim (@NtimBarima) April 26, 2024
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Mr. Beast’s presence in Ghana is part of his global outreach, as he recently gifted a Ghanaian $25,000 as part of his X (Twitter) giveaway.

The YouTuber has been seen exploring the country and interacting with locals, with many expressing their desire to meet him and participate in his charitable endeavors.

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Stephen Appiah to contest John Dumelo and Lydia Alhassan in MP race for Ayawaso West Wuogon

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6 hours ago

April 26, 2024

Ameyaw Debrah

Stephen Appiah to contest John Dumelo and Lydia Alhassan

Former Black Stars captain Stephen Appiah is set to enter the political fray by rubbing shoulders with notable personalities in the upcoming general elections.

The former Juventus midfielder is believed to be lacing his boots to face the likes of John Dumelo and the incumbent member of Parliament for the Ayawaso West Wuogon Constituency Lydia Alhassan.

While Dumelo and Alhassan represents the NDC and NPP respectively, Appiah is expected feature in the elections as an independent candidate.

This was revealed by the Spokesperson of the Ayew family Fiifi Tackie via X on Friday afternoon.

“Stephen Appiah to contest Ayawaso West Wuogon constituency as an independent Parliamentary candidate,” he wrote.

If Stephen Appiah affirms the reported news, he will be following in the footsteps of other renowned figures in Ghana football who have indulged in politics recently.

Earlier this year, all-time top scorer of the Black Stars Asamoah Gyan was appointed as the sub-committee chair of Youth and Sports in the campaign committee of Dr Bawumia, the flagbearer of the ruling New Patriotic Party.

In acceptance of the appointment, Gyan emphasised the need to share hos ideas garnered through experience in the game.

Anas took $100,000 to stop documentary release – Kwesi Nyantakyi
‘I have enough experience to contribute to sports – Asamoah Gyan reacts to political appointment
“I always ask myself, how do we create change if we don’t want to change? How do we spectate without being on the bench, and how do we score without being on the field?… All I know and will ever know, all I love and will ever love is SPORTS.” he stated.

Another figure in Ghana football who recently announced his intention to engage in partisan politics is Kwesi Nyantakyi, former Ghana Football Association (GFA).

The former football administrator showed up as one of the candidates to contest in the NPP primaries for the Ejisu constituency following the demise of incumbent John Kumah.

However, it didn’t pan out well for the former Wa All Stars owner as he lost disappointingly.

He garnered a paltry 35 votes after close to 1,081 delegates had cast their votes in the parliamentary primary of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) held in the Ejisu Constituency on April 13.

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Rebecca Osam: A Champion for Women’s Empowerment in Africa

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7 hours ago

April 26, 2024

Ameyaw Debrah

In a heartfelt social media post, Rebecca Osam, Managing Director of Reflo Company Limited, Reflo’s TV, and Femme Fatale Productions Limited, has pledged her full commitment to empowering young women.

Rebecca expressed her desire to move beyond mere inspiration and instead build a deeper connection with young women, offering guidance and support to help them achieve their goals.

Her passion for women’s empowerment stems from her experiences growing up in Africa, where she witnessed firsthand the oppression and lack of opportunities faced by women. This drove her to co-found The Florence Mensah Foundation with her mother, aiming to empower African women and girls, and encourage them to recognise their worth, strength, and potential.

Through her foundation and personal endeavors, Rebecca seeks to provide a supportive platform for young women to thrive. She aims to be a relatable figure, offering mentorship and encouragement to help them overcome challenges and achieve success on their own terms.

Rebecca’s dedication to empowering young women proves her leadership and commitment to creating positive change in her community. Her efforts serve as an inspiration to others, highlighting the impact one person can have in driving gender equality and women’s empowerment.

As Rebecca continues her work, her message resonates with young women across Africa: “Anything is possible, and I am here to support and cheer you on every step of the way.”

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Caradise Ghana Car Rental Facilitates Transportation for Global Christian Forum held in Accra

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8 hours ago

April 26, 2024

Ameyaw Debrah

Caradise Ghana Car Rental has once again successfully facilitated the transportation of over 240 participants from 60 countries across the globe for the recently ended Global Christian Forum in Accra, Ghana.

Numerous buses hauled the various participants from the Airport to their designated hotels from the 12th to 15th of April, 2024. Participants were then transported from their hotels to the conference grounds daily for the gathering of devoted Christians from the 16th to the 19th of April, 2024.

The forum began with a vibrant, joyful worship service held at Accra Ridge Church. The Rev. Dr. Casely Essamuah welcomed participants to Ghana and to the Fourth Global Gathering, and participants spent the day sharing their faith stories with one another across the litany of differences represented.

The forum was climaxed with a dinner and 25th anniversary celebration at the Action Chapel Internation Church hosted by Archbishop Nicholas Duncan-Williams.

After the forum, the participants took the opportunity to visit the Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park and Mausoleum where they learnt about the great Pan-Africanist, Osagyefo Dr. Kwame Nkrumah and Ghana’s journey to inpendence.

The participants also spent a day in Cape Coast where they learnt about the millions of enslaved, dehumanised African men, women, and children at the Cape Coast Castle. Witnessing first hand how Africans were forcibly taken captive to the Americas, Caribbean, and Europe as objects of lucrative trade.

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DJ Khaled Announces Second Annual We The Best Foundation Golf Classic On June 12 & 13 in Miami Beach !

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9 hours ago

April 26, 2024

Ameyaw Debrah

GRAMMY® Award-winning, global megastar DJ Khaled proudly announces the return of his annual WE THE BEST FOUNDATION GOLF CLASSIC for the second year in a row.

For 2024, the mega-popular charity event expands to two days on Wednesday June 12 and Thursday June 13 in Miami, FL. Given the demand by countless superstar artists, A-list athletes, and entertainers to participate, he needed to stretch the proceedings over two days!

Once again, the event will be sponsored by Jordan Brand, and all proceeds support the We The Best Foundationand its numerous efforts to bolster education. Stay tuned for the multitude of exciting confirmed guests, and more.

Khaled created a cultural groundswell and personally appeared on ESPN’s SPORTSCENTER to break the news of the second installment of the WE THE BEST FOUNDATION GOLF CLASSIC today. Watch HERE.

Regarding the return of the WE THE BEST FOUNDATION GOLF CLASSIC, he commented, “Last year, the WE THE BEST FOUNDATION GOLF CLASSIC brought out so many friends and family to make a difference, play some great golf, and have an incredible day for a great cause. This year, we’re going even bigger, and we thank everyone for their continued support. TEE UP AND BLESS UP!”

Last year, the inaugural WE THE BEST FOUNDATION GOLF CLASSIC hosted Serena Williams, pro golfers Michael Block and Bubba Watson, Odell Beckham, JR., Shannon Sharpe, Victor Cruz, Jalen Rose, Terrell Owens, Marcus Jordan, Jeezy, Quavo, The-Dream, Swizz Beatz, Timbaland, Fat Joe, Cedric The Entertainer, Joey Fatone, and more. The foundation raised over $500,000 which benefited the enrichment of children and youth through educational programming, scholarships, and extracurricular activities.

More guests and partners for 2024 will be unveiled soon.