Step inside Point101 and discover the craft, technology and careful decisions behind a professionally produced photographic print.
A print gives a photograph scale, texture and permanence. It is the point at which choices about colour, tone, paper and presentation come together to create something physical: an object that can be held, displayed, shared and collected.
In this film, produced with Point101 and Canon, we explore what happens between a finished digital file and the final print, and why skilled judgement remains every bit as important as the technology used to produce it.

A successful print begins with a clear intention. How large should the image be? Which details need to be preserved? Should the print feel bold and immediate, or quiet and subtle? The answers influence every choice that follows.
A colour-managed workflow creates a dependable starting point. A calibrated display, an accurate media profile and careful soft proofing help the photographer or printer anticipate how colour and contrast will translate from an illuminated screen to a reflective sheet of paper.
Printing is not simply output. It is a series of creative decisions that determines how an image will finally be experienced.
Each stage contributes to the character, consistency and longevity of the final result.
Refine tone, colour, sharpening and resolution for the intended print size and viewing distance.
Consider base tone, surface, texture and weight. Paper is an active part of the image, not simply a carrier.
Use the correct media settings and profile, then allow the printer to reproduce fine detail and smooth tonal transitions.
Assess the dry print under suitable light, make considered adjustments and produce the final edition with confidence.
Canon imagePROGRAF printers are designed to give photographers, artists and print studios precise control over the finished result. Their pigment ink systems deliver rich colour, detailed shadow separation, smooth gradation and the durability required for work intended to be exhibited or sold.
The right model depends on the size and volume of your work. From desktop A3+ and A2 printing to professional 24-inch and 44-inch production, the aim is the same: repeatable, high-quality output that remains faithful to the image.

Whether you are making prints at home, building a studio workflow or producing work at scale, there is an imagePROGRAF printer to suit your ambitions.
An A2 professional photo printer offering a 12-colour pigment ink system, deep blacks and impressive image durability.
Explore the PRO-1100
A professional 24-inch printer for photographers, artists and studios producing exhibition, portfolio and limited-edition work.
Explore the PRO-2600
A 44-inch production printer built for high-quality, large-scale photographic and fine art output in demanding professional environments.
Explore the PRO-4600
A professional 60-inch, 12-colour printer for producing premium photographic and fine art work at an impressive scale.
Explore the PRO-6600
Whether you are choosing your first professional printer, upgrading a studio or planning a complete production workflow, Vince can help you find the right Canon printer, paper and support for the work you want to produce.
