Best Printer for Fine Art Prints- Epson SureColor, Canon Pixma, Print on Demand - Review for Artists

I share my perspective on the best printer for art prints. I make a full-time living as an artist printing and selling fine art prints. I review my use of Epson SureColor P800, Canon Pixma, and Print on Demand. I discuss quality, profitability, and durability.
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[@NeuroSoup]

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[@pamelamurtilla5681]

Thank you SO MUCH for this. And also such a lovely way of talking, it made me feel like you absolutely meant to help with this, it was exactly what I needed

[@NeuroSoup]

Glad it was helpful!

[@inyuji]

thanks for the input. I'm a newbie and I'm not quite at the level where my art is in high demand. Your experience of using canon vs Epson really helps.

[@emelynesmith4734]

Thanks for sharing your experience! This was such a helpful video.

[@v.g1186]

Thank you for this video, I found it very helpful!

[@JanineMKartist]

I agree. I have the epson p800 and I love it! I'm just trying to decide on paper. I think for my art , since it's mostly digital paint, I'm leaning towards an ultra smooth paper . Also buying roll paper is waaaay cheaper per sheet. One KZbin pointed that out. So I got the roll adapter and once I get the paper I will start sorting out my prints and set up my online shop. I don't want to ship rolled though. I just think flat is better even for 16x20 prints. My plan is to get the picture framing place to trim and mount them on backing board and I will ship them in some kind of light weight sturdy packaging. what I looove doing as well is I got the epson printable clear film to print on and then I transfer those images into art resin on panel. It makes my art look HD. So far I've only printed to apply my digital art to my mixed media and/or onto wood panel. What I do as far as ink is I purchase remplacements once it goes below the grey warning line after the low ink message comes up. Then I only replace it once the cartridge is totally empty. one last thing, I coat my prints with Breathing Color Timeless varnish. It gives extra protection and additional u.v protection to the prints. you just roll it on. with a dense foam roller. Google breathing color timeless varnish.

[@blackknightseven]

never thought i would be 2 years clean and going to neurosoup for printer recommendations

[@NeuroSoup]

LOL :D

[@nick3720]

Congrats on staying clean! DM me!

[@nameissturdy1390]

I know but hobbies are are good for you. I was geeking out on a fountain pen review channel. It’s fun and we won’t tell anyone.

[@officialnothingness6740]

Lol. 5 years in September and I’m thinking the same thing. Congrats man, I’m proud of you.

[@traceym.637]

This was extremely helpful thank you! 😊

[@NeuroSoup]

You're so welcome!

[@tetekofa]

I've had a Canon MG8120 for 10 years now, it gave up the ghost a couple months ago. Damn good printer. Looks like going back to Epson .

[@ashtonannedunn]

Super helpful!! Thank you for making this! ❤

[@NeuroSoup]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Moonflower6]

what printer do you use for labels? im looking for sticker printer

[@eLizza16]

Love your tips! Thank you!!

[@NeuroSoup]

You are so welcome!

[@kristineleedesigns]

Your art style is so unique. I am wondering your opinion is on HP printers. As someone that used to work in a print shop, I love talking about printers. Do you have recommendations for printers that print on canvas?

[@robert673]

Great info on your printer. thanks

[@AdaptingCamera]

Thank you for this video. I am currently considering between Canon PIXMA Pro-200, PIXMA TS9550, PIXMA iP8750 or the Epson XP-15000. What do you think? Do you have any experience with those? I mean, the Epson is much cheaper than the Pro-200, but the Pro-200 uses 8 cartridges, while the Epson only 6, and they have different colour combinations. The Epson cartridges are very expensive, and contain very little ink, so maybe it more often needs refilling than the Canon also. I am not a professional, but I want high quality prints, occasionally even large ones. The other Canons on my list are more of the same price as the Epson, one is 6 cartridge the other is 5 cartridge printer, but have some advantages, however, the TS9550 is really very loud and does not have that high resolution. I don't paint, but take photos.

[@skalmbac15]

I have a p800 too but really struggle getting my colors to print accurately. They turn out dull and dark. Can you share how you get your p800 to print so nice? You’re super talented, thanks for your videos!!

[@anmoldeepsingh1972]

What do you think about canon pixma TS5020 for print out of art prints to sell online ?? If it is good..then which paper should i use for prints ?

[@LanieCr]

Thanks for the video. I have a canon 8720 and I have not been able to print an 11x14" size. When you had yours did you find a way to print that size? I have tried everything. I do have photoshop but I can't get even that to work. ugh

[@nidiaepperson5526]

Thank you so much straight from Baltimore in the trenches you just helped me

[@cmdesign01]

Hi, I’m an artist living in Australia. Can you recommend an A3 art printer that you prefer now to date in Nov 20, 2021….and paper?

[@revanslacey]

Very helpful video thanks.

[@Drekko2]

I'm looking for cardstock printers, any suggestion?

[@samwilson6033]

what is that picture around your left shoulder with that eye ball?

[@charlesmorais375]

Great video very helpful

[@skywolf2012]

Thanks for the tips ,looking forward to selling my art as well.

[@NeuroSoup]

Best of luck!

[@armee260]

Hi, I love your video and thanks a lot for sharing your years of experience and knowledge. Please let me know if we can print on Canvas with P 800?

[@NeuroSoup]

Yes you can!

[@Annjellykah184]

Did you ever try a pro level canon printer? Like the pro 1000?

[@voldy3565]

If I want to make nice art prints, do I NEED a professional photo printer? Won't a simple office printer suffice? Such as the Epson Ecotank l1210 (I bought this one, and am yet to test it).

[@joannaskor316]

I' ve had the opposite experience. I've thrown out 3 epsons to 1 canon. Basically you're not comparing equal things. "Canon Pixma" is not a printer model like Epson p800 is. The P800 is compatible to Canon Pro 1000. Both A2 printers

[@sl2608]

Which Canon pixma print did you formerly have?

[@taniasahatheoneyouadore]

How much does it roughly cost to make a2 size? (Paper and ink cost only)

[@cmdesign01]

What printer A3 art printer do you use now?

[@h7opolo]

right on. i was just asking a streamer what he uses to make prints and he wouldn't answer me.

[@vanessasimms7392]

Thank you for your video! What kind of paper do you use?

[@NeuroSoup]

I use epson brand mostly. I like this kind the best for paper prints. It is affordable, durable, and the colors turn out vibrant amzn.to/3tq1nuX

[@ejgia3911]

Thanks for this I’ve been struggling to find THE printer without a high ticket

[@mattfire8579]

Hows the mp160 from canon?

[@ucheonobie4521]

Thank you so much so good information 🙏💚💚💚🙏

[@NeuroSoup]

You are so welcome

[@amiraadilah9373]

can i know which model of cannon pixma u mentioned in the video?

[@NeuroSoup]

Its an older one...an iX6500 series

[@pseudonamed]

do you scan your work or take photos?

[@PatrickChapmanuk]

Good advice, particularly regarding the after market inks. I will say some are much better than others, but in business, why take the risk.

[@elizabethandiosa4579]

Thank you for the comparidon between cannon and epson. What scanner do you use?

[@NeuroSoup]

I don't use a scanner, I photograph my paintings with a DSLR camera to make prints. If you look on my channel page, you can watch an entire playlist about how I make my art prints :)

[@frigglediggle2]

Woah, I stumbled upon your channel a few years ago for a trip report, and now I found you again looking for printing info :0

[@mrjessephillips]

Hi, thanks for the great video! Quick question: have you used the surecolor to print on cardstock, like 130lb cover weight paper? I'm looking for a printer that can print 130# up to possibly 200#. Thanks again!

[@NeuroSoup]

No I haven't printed on card stock, but I printed on canvas with it which is really thick. I've also printed on fiber paper by epson which is thick. It has worked well for me with all those papers.

[@mrjessephillips]

@@NeuroSoup wow, thanks for the quick response! Ok, I looked up the paper. If this is the same paper, it says it's 325 gsm, which is roughly 125# Cover. So it should work, it sounds like. THANK YOU!!!

[@user-nj3di5uo5r]

@@mrjessephillips Hey Jesse, have you tried printing on 130lb cover/350gsm with the surecolor?

[@faisaltariq_artist]

Thank you for sharing

[@NeuroSoup]

welcome :)

[@jamiewagner5323]

Hello and thank you for this video! I'm considering buying the canon ip8720 b/c I'm just starting out and am not sure what success I will have selling. I was wondering what brand paper you used? I'm trying to find a good matte stock to use with it. Thank you!

[@NeuroSoup]

I made a video about my fav papers, it'll answer your question kzbin.info/www/bejne/gWm1k62roNinqaM

[@jamiewagner5323]

@@NeuroSoup Thanks!

[@kapgallery]

How do you ship your prints? In a flat box, roll, other?

[@NeuroSoup]

Flat or in a tube depending on size

[@larrishutton]

What settings do you use for the Canon Pixma?

[@NeuroSoup]

it has been years since I've used my canon pixma for fine art printing, from what I remember I used the highest resolution photo printing settings it had

[@MidwinterEclipse]

What do you think about epson eco tank printers and the quality of print the produce?

[@XStreet1985]

Check out epson ecotank et-8550 (USA) or ecotank L8180 (EUROPE). Both printers are the same, just different naming. Max paper size is A3+ or 13 x 19. Watch 'Keith Cooper ' review on YT.

[@saverhar]

Great video!! Im starting a postcard business. I'm wondering would the epson p 800 printer be suitable for printing out 4'x6'?

[@NeuroSoup]

Yes, absolutely www.redrivercatalog.com/infocenter/articles/epson-surecolor-p800-review-introduction.html

[@saverhar]

@@NeuroSoup in my vernacular you are "da bomb!" Would you recommend another printer that will get the job done for less cost so I can weigh my options?

[@vintageleon76]

sweet.. Keep on trucking.. we enjoy your channel

[@NeuroSoup]

Thanks 👍

[@RhmehuASMR]

I'm just now getting ready to market my drawings, and choosing a printer has been a chore:--). Thank you for this information, have a great day!

[@NeuroSoup]

You are so welcome!

[@cmdesign01]

Where do you sell yoir prints ?

[@Lenny4400]

You are right I print my own work so l can watch over what l am doing.

[@sl2608]

I haven't used an Epson because I heard it had far too many problems with the print heads clogging -- way more often than Canon printers. Canon has some great printers in the Pixma line. The iP8720 prints up to 13x19" with 9400x4800 dpi. It's a dedicated photo printer for around $279. Good video, really appreciate your honest, practical advice.

[@NeuroSoup]

My print heads don't clog with wither of my epsons

[@sl2608]

@@NeuroSoup That's great! And good to know. Do you print everyday?

[@rogerfarley7823]

When you were burning through the Canon, what was your average daily/monthly/yearly print quantity vs a hobbyist that may be printing 10 prints per month with no plans to grow? While I cannot justify the money for the Epson, I appreciate your review that sets Epson as the standard to compare all other options against.

[@NeuroSoup]

I can't remember how much I was printing exactly; it was years ago when I used a canon. But I'm guessing it was around a hundred prints a month or so. I wasn't printing as much then as I do now...

[@jonjuarez8412]

Thank you ❤️

[@NeuroSoup]

You’re welcome 😊

[@ric7774]

Ty be blessed.

[@marnie185]

Pls tell me what kind of ink do you ise for printing, is it dye ink?

[@NeuroSoup]

It is pigment based ink

[@TruMystery]

wait so if i finish the ink on a pixma i have to replace it?? why not replace it

[@Kerlasia]

they're talking about 3rd party inks, you can replace the inks with the manufacterer's

[@artisforusall]

Is there an Epson printer that might be less costly to begin? For example, the Epson Expression Photo XP-8600?

[@NeuroSoup]

I havent used any of the less expensive models

[@dodgygoose3054]

The Epson p800 is discontinued... does anybody know what would be the equivalent?

[@NeuroSoup]

You can still buy the p800 online, but if you want the next gen it is Epson P900 epson.com/For-Work/Printers/Large-Format/SureColor-P900-17-Inch-Photo-Printer/p/C11CH37201

[@PeteandPan]

Mmmmmm Very Interesting. Light & Love

[@alonzofineart2428]

Can you show some samples? Thank you. Have you Printed on canvas?

[@NeuroSoup]

Yes I print on canvas. But I use my larger Epson P6000 for them due to their size. You can print smaller canvases on the epson p800 though.

[@luisad3095]

Thank you for sharing, I found all this information very helpful and quite inspiring tbh, as it really made me think that I should take the plunge and just invest in a good printer and do this myself. I believe that Epson no longer make the one you are using, Epson SureColor SC-P800 A2 Colour, so I was wondering if you had any insight into the SURECOLOR SC-P900 one? Thanks: )

[@spartan3460]

The SC 900 is a upgrade from the 800. I have both, the 800 I just use at my home studio and the 900 I use in the real studio. The difference is the resolution is higher in the 900 and you don't have to switch from photo black and matte black like I did with the 800. When I switched from ph black (reference images) to matte black (print out of the comp) it would kill my inks it's the ink guzzling equivalent of head cleaning. Also, the 900 doesn't clog up like the 800 does you have to print like every week or you will get clogged up with the 800. If you don't print often but do need a high res photography printer that can handle various media, there are options in the $400 -$600 range. The P700 is the sister model of the 900 and cost $700 it's just prints at 13x17 instead of 17x22 and has smaller cartridges 25ml instead of 50ml like the P-900.

[@JanineMKartist]

@@spartan3460 I don''t know what they made the ink cartridges smaller for the p900.

[@fanciboiz2607]

Can you use photo printers to make prints? I’m thinking of buying the Epson EcoTank ET-7750 A3 Printer?

[@NeuroSoup]

Yes photo printers work well for making prints

[@chezmimi416]

Have you bought the printer? I'm looking on doing print buisness. Is the inks expensive to run?

[@barrelrolldog]

i was thinking about the same thing, but i did some research and the ink is not pigment, so it will fade.

[@essaart3987]

have you tried to print on canvas and if not do you know if those printers can print on canvas?

[@NeuroSoup]

Yes you can use the epson p800 to print on canvas

[@JanineMKartist]

what paper do you print on? There is terrible supply chain issues right now. I wanted to get Hot Press Bright in the roll but it's impossible to get. So I will likely get Ultrasmooth Fine Art instead . At least that one is available.

[@NeuroSoup]

I like epson hot press bright, great paper but a bit expensive. Have you tried epson ultra premium presentation paper matte? I've found it to be perfect for my needs and it is more affordable :)

[@JanineMKartist]

@@NeuroSoup that paper isn’t acid free or archival . I use it for test printing . If I can’t get hot press bright I’ll get the ultra smooth fine art in the roll. I have the spindle for rolls.

[@Hype-.-]

What do you use to scan your art to make prints of it? I wanted to get a printer/scanner combo but it's looking like I can't find a good quality one that does both

[@NeuroSoup]

I take photos of my art to make prints. If you look on my channel I made a video showing how to photograph your art for prints :)

[@spartan3460]

Epson Eco 16600 has high resolution scanner and prints (photo gallery quality) high resolution scanner as well 11x17 scan size. Largest prints 13x17 and no ink cartridges you pour ink into tank reservoir so that saves money on ink.

[@nicb9507]

I've never made art prints before and I was trying to find the best one for a $300 budget that can fit up to 14x17 in artwork, what would you recommend?

[@NeuroSoup]

For that budget, you will not be able to print 14 inches wide. But you could find a printer that would go 13 inches wide. I would check into a Canon PIXMA that prints 13 inches wide. You should be able to get one for around $300, maybe less if you get a refurbished model.

[@akila_akhila6692]

Which is the best affordable printer for printing in cardstock ?

[@NeuroSoup]

Both of the printers I reviewed print on cardstock

[@bobidutta3719]

Ma'am can I use Epson L130 printer for A4 graphic poster printing

[@NeuroSoup]

I'm not familiar with that model of epson, does anyone else know?

[@bobidutta3719]

@@NeuroSoup ma'am can I use Epson L805 printer for A4 graphic poster printing

[@noneya96]

Can these print on to blotter paper?

[@NeuroSoup]

Not sure, I think the Epson would be able to. Has anyone else tried this? If so, please share your experience :)

[@krystleroy3068]

We both have the same spelling it’s rare ❤️😀🥰

[@cmdesign01]

Can you make a video on how to build yoir art business selling and marketin* yoir prints online?

[@IAmHillahMixel]

What number of pixma is that?

[@NeuroSoup]

Mine is an older model - canon ix6500

[@ytuberization]

It sounds a bit like Epson is good and Canon not. But at the end you compare two different models (a $200 Canon vs. a $1.000 Epson). Compare the current A2 printers Epson SC-P 900 to a Canon ImageProGraf Pro-1000 and I assume these two will show only minimal differences. I fully agree with the recommendation regarding 3rd party inks: Most are a total waste of money.

[@spartan3460]

Let me guess, you have the dated image prograf ? Check the specs of your canon and the P-900 .

[@ytuberization]

@@spartan3460 I have the P900 and I’m ver happy with it. I’m not a daily printer, so I was a bit nervous with ink consumption only printing once a week. But this was a big surprise: The P900 is much, much better in this regard than the Pro-1 I had before. Print quality is anyhow not an issue with the higher-end A2 printers from both companies.

[@zs-art7141]

Thank you for this valuable information. At first i'm listening and I start to think that you remind me of someone, looking a bit like that lsd girl from Vice I think. Then I looked at your account name.... Mind blown..psfshewwww. Didn't know you were a full time artist. I'm in the process of looking for a printer, so that's how I found this video

[@AdmitOneFestivals]

What is your estimate for the average cost of toner for each print that is 8x10? And how about for the larger sizes? As you noted the cartridges are expensive and factoring this in certainly helps better understand the true cost per print and total cost of ownership for this Epson model. Thanks for your help and guidance,

[@NeuroSoup]

The Epson p800 does not use toner. It is pigment based ink.This is an important distinction because toner will fade after a few years, whereas pigment based ink will stay bright and colorful for 75 or more years. Here is a link to an article that details the exact ink cost of prints www.redrivercatalog.com/rr/epson-surecolor-p800-cost-per-print.html

[@AdmitOneFestivals]

@@NeuroSoup this is very helpful. Thank you. How about the monthly capacity of the printer. Is this capable of printing several hundred up to maybe a thousand 8x10 or larger prints each month. Is this realistic. And what in your experience is the about of time it takes to print for example an 8x10 at high quality.

[@johnpowellism]

Hey, I listened to you on printer/prints and best printer to buy. I am a Internationally recognized artist and I just immigrated to Canada to set my new studio. I want to keep contact with you because I want to buy a printer. Cheers,John

[@mamaboss6722]

Which is the best printer?

[@NeuroSoup]

I really like my Epson P800, it is the best fir my use

[@fd7231]

The Epson P800 does no longer cost $1,000. It currently costs $4,000 on Amazon. The price of this thing (new model) jacked up 400% in the past 2 years. At the current price point, I don't think it's a unit to recommend. I believe it has been "obsoleted" by a newer model.

[@belialarchitect1678]

Joe Rogan mentioned you in his podcast with duncan

[@haltlinium]

came to comment the same thing lol! Joe and Duncan were so f'ked up lol! Joe remembered the channels name but went for the cheap laugh/joke, while Duncan being his sweet/caring self, showed love.

[@meenki347]

Informative and entertaining as allways. Question: Where you get that smile?

[@TheOneTrueErica]

Thanks for the review. The day I can drop $1k for a printer will be a fine day indeed...

[@shawnieleaf2277]

Hahah- she said $1000. It’s $3000 for an epison sure color 800

[@NeuroSoup]

It was that price when I purchased it, the newer model the P900 is more affordable and is basically the same printer with a few upgrades (affiliate link) amzn.to/3UOcMl1

[@fd7231]

@@NeuroSoup Is it really the same as/better than P800 ?

[@chojo1387]

Useless