13x19 Printer Paper – Framing Options

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The simplest option is to use the entire sheet and print a 13x19 image. If you have an SLR, which normally has an image aspect ratio of 3:2, this is a convenient size because it requires almost no cropping. An un-cropped 3:2 image printed on 13x19 paper will only lose one-half inch of the image. (In other words, the un-cropped image would measure 13x19.5 inches.)

Another excellent image size for 13x19 paper is 12x18. This size creates its own border, which is advantageous because some printers are not able to print full borderless on all papers. The borders on the paper can be used for the artist's signature, or as a mounting aid utilizing photo corners . (The corners can be concealed with a mat.)

The 13x19 and 12x18 are not standard picture frame sizes. However, we do offer inexpensive, ready-made frames in these sizes. These frames are inexpensive for two reasons: They do not contain a mat and they use less expensive non-archival components. Another advantage to these frames is that they typically require no mounting. You simply slip the paper into the frame and you're done. In the case of the 13x19 picture frame , you don't even need to trim the paper.

Some photographers prefer using a mat board with their prints. Although mat boards with 12x18 and 13x19 openings are is not readily available, although we offer mats with openings in these sizes . An 18x24 standard frame size with mat is ideal for these image sizes. With the 18x24 the 12x18 will have an even three-inch mat border surrounding the image, and the 13x19 will have an even 2.5 inch mat border.

Compact cameras such as Canon PowerShot and the Nikon Coolpix, and SLRs such as the Olympus E-400 use the 4:3 aspect ratio size, which is perfect for 12x16 prints. Although this picture frame size is not nearly as common as 11x14 or 16x20, it is still a standard frame size.

Although a 10x15 print would normally be done on smaller paper, think BIG and print a 10x15 centered image onto 13x19 paper. You get free a white border, and if placed in a 13x19 frame, the result will be a 1.5-inch top and bottom border, and two-inch side border. A 9x15 image can also be printed onto 13x19 paper, and with a little cropping you can achieve an even two-inch border surrounding the image.

Cheers,
Mark

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