How I Make Fine Art Prints of my Paintings

[@nenasbuntewelt]

Hey :) i'm a professional photographer and i would recommend to not use f 8 - 11 instead i would go there and look what is my open aperture and shut down twice. So if I have 1.8 which is often the case if you bought a 50 mm lens you go close the aperture by 2 so its 2.2 for the best sharpness of the picture. In photography you think in layers and a drawing mostly all on the same layer so you dont need a higly closed aperture i hope this makes sense :) greetings! I love your art and your videos :)

[@b.cormier]

Thanks so much for the advice! I appreciate it and will try it out next time 👍 😊

[@parthsavyasachi9348]

​@@b.cormier I second this advice. This is pretty much true that most lense are sharpest at two to three stops down.

[@KashaJOfficial]

I would actually love to know what lighting & lenses to use for Canon R5 Mark II with artwork about A3 - A1 😍 Thankyou!

[@taliesinian]

jpegs by their nature have compression built into them. For artwork you should save a copy as uncompressed TIF files. Then you can make duplicates for file size, sharing, posting. It is much easier to make smaller versions later on than trying to add quality. So get one "master" copy.

[@lynerams]

But your sense of humour....😭😭✨✨✨. Thank you so much for the tips! You're awesome 😎

[@zianawind2970]

Thank you. You help me see my art goals reachable and that’s very nourishing. Your art experience seems way above my grade since I’m just starting to produce professionally, yet how you share and explain things makes it so relatable you help me imagine myself doing what you teach. Godspeed and I hope you keep up the videos.

[@b.cormier]

Thanks a lot Ziana, your words mean a lot! I wish you all the best with your art business and glad to be a help in some way or another ☺

[@millierader2517]

First time here, thanks for the great info and the snarking humor, without having to resort to snarky launguage. ❤

[@samanthacboyer]

Found your channel today, mid-breakdown while trying to work through the kinks of opening my print studio. You're an angel. I love you. Thank you for your videos. I consider you one of my new best friends.

[@CaffeineandConcepts]

the 10 second timer was not something I ever considered! great tips

[@JudithSchoo]

I think you´re the greatest funniest artist ever! Thank you so much for sharing. You´re a light.

[@b.cormier]

I really appreciate that Judith, thanks for watching! 😘

[@mauricioescalanteart8185]

Thank you! For these valuable tips, you used as an example a painting with a dark background, the most difficult because they reflect more light! by the way, you have a piece of paradise in that garden. You have great charisma and it is a great added value to your videos.

[@b.cormier]

Thank you! I really appreciate that 🤗

[@morgancardon2609]

Can't afford Art to Print at this point and this is surely the next best thing! So generous to share your information

[@santalcrochet]

I have to tell you I have sooo much fun watching you! 😂😂😂😂 love your faces, and your mood! You are great!!! ❤❤❤

[@lisasternenkind6467]

9:48 TIFF is better for high quality prints and it's the professional format for printing. Jpg or jpeg originally was used to have smaller files to fit on diskettes. So this format packs the data with every new saving, so data gets lost along the way.

[@UpperLevelFitness]

Honestly, it is so hard to find good quality channels with the over saturation of media but what a great channel! Quality info, video quality, and the hosts personality 💣🙂 love it.

[@b.cormier]

Thank you so much! That really means a lot, I appreciate it and thanks for your support! 🤗

[@kristine_gese_art]

as someone really wanting to start a career in art, you’re so inspiring. i admire your thoughtfulness and insight in these videos, and you cultivate a comfortable, positive space for your community ❤ so much love for you and your beautiful artwork!

[@b.cormier]

This means a lot, thank you so much Kristine! 🥰

[@anjadommel]

You seem to put so much effort in your videos. I like that you share these videos pretty rarely but with top quality ❤

[@b.cormier]

Thanks a lot Anja! I do put a lot of love into them, so I appreciate that

[@kriskelly6548]

Beautiful print.... beautiful garden. Glad you chose this original to make a print... ❤

[@b.cormier]

Thank you! 💘

[@jdos5643]

That garden is art inspiration! Love it!

[@aatifcreativeworld7943]

Beautiful Garden and abstract painting very beautiful colors!

[@b.cormier]

Thank you! ☺

[@vr7719]

How can I like the video more than once. I love your arts and your confidence on camera. ❤

[@lisasternenkind6467]

Over-confidence 😬

[@eonratslear981]

I love the game you play in your videos. Keeps me coming back for more. And those dimples. And your insanely excellent art. Mostly the art. Liked and subscribed. 🤩

[@SoLSaintGermz]

I thought your sense of humor was refreshing and quite hilarious 😂

[@sharonlightfoot9921]

I love your videos! I just love your sense of humour - you are hilarious! ❤😂❤ …. Learning loads on the business side of being an artist as well. keep ‘em coming!

[@b.cormier]

Thanks so much Sharon! I really appreciate it ☺

[@KudoYoung]

Lighting is always the hard one. You're always inspirational, and I love your little garden.

[@b.cormier]

It can be tricky! Thank you ☺

[@faithmanqalaza7701]

I love watching your videos. You are bliss to watch and I love your nuances as you speak. By the way I'm watching from South Africa. Keep making the best content. ❤❤❤

[@cbstringham13]

Thanks for all the wonderful tips and information! 👍 Love your videos, they are always entertaining and make me smile! 👏😁

[@b.cormier]

Glad you found it helpful/entertaining! 🤗

[@Tililiish]

Hi there! Your videos are helpful and very fun to watch! Thanks from Switzerland ;)

[@kikakapu1]

Thanks for sharing, I would adding shooting a grey card to get a neutral color balance as color temperature varies during the day 😊

[@b.cormier]

Cool, thanks for the tip! 😊

[@JAQUEPOT777]

you’re hilarious 😂💙💙💙 thank you for this amazing vid and the quality garden time

[@memymomoo]

Thank you! this was helpful. I would appreciate more videos like this. And maybe a budgeting for artists video? As a small artist I'm finding the book keeping and the knowing how much things should cost difficult. A pricing video would also be helpful

[@linwoodsly7101]

Bravo ,my garden 🪴 inspiration is renewed by this video ,I was just about to give up , any how my interest in making photo copy of my art creations has blossomed because of your video , love your music ,keep up the great work

[@maureencormier5036]

Very informative! Beautiful garden! And nasty squirrel!! 😘

[@b.cormier]

Thank you!! 😘

[@bainbridgemediastudios]

I randomly found this video in my recommended. I do photography and videography, but I’m not much of a painter, still this video was very interesting!

[@b.cormier]

Thanks for watching, I appreciate it! 🤗

[@PartyMcFly89]

Oh my goodness, I just have to say this is the first video I've seen of yours and I've fallen in love with your personality! But in all seriousness great content, very informative and just what I was looking for. You have earned another subscriber and customer. 😊❤

[@halnewhouser1217]

Hi Brooke, yes I learned. You are a great artist.

[@eliora9108]

Ty. I've been wondering how to go about these things,having never gone to art school. I've heard from others,they don't actually teach students the biz side of thinfs anyhow,which is sad. We need more people like yoyrself,willing to help others get started.

[@ediesedgwick4462]

What a nice place you have! 🤗 Congratulations on your career success! 🍾🥂

[@madhusmita9868]

That Garden!!!! 🥺🥺🥺🥺

[@pieterpieters9118]

Wow! Nice professional presentation skills and good content! Some crazy important skills explained in a very good understandable way - kudo's!!!

[@WendyBorn]

Thank you, Brooke! Super helpful.

[@marksongy2726]

So enjoyed the information presented,and the humor thing

[@manasses_art_studio]

Hey remember that funny reel you posted about you procrastinating painting when you have the time? Well, I procrastinate painting watching your videos because they’re so much fun.. so THANK YOU! 😂

[@b.cormier]

Haha it's a healthy form of procrastination ;) thanks for watching!

[@StevenKephart]

Loved the video as always. I was hoping to see your photoshop/lightroom process as well. It's good to hear customers don't get upset if you "improve" the artwork for the print. I use a scanner stitched together and end up with a 4 gig tiff file for each one.

[@b.cormier]

Thanks Steve! I'll remember that for next time :)

[@heliamofakhami1457]

I'm in love with your youtube videos They're so useful and funny at the same time. You made my day😊🤍

[@b.cormier]

Thanks for watching Helia! 😊

[@garretreed9709]

2:36 the background, teal wall, helps you pop but curious what camera you’re using. Image looks extremely crisp and skin tones look very natural. I’m impressed. Made me subscribe.

[@gavinkaufmanworld]

Another great video Brooke - really helpful - thanks for sharing 😁

[@ChristianFOcampo]

Thanks for this video! Super helpful and motivating! And I love the simple transparency! 2024 is the year for me!

[@AR-mu4zq]

Gushing at your garden.. ❤

[@marselapecnikaj4603]

I’ll say it… she definitely deserves more than 40k followers

[@sulamith105]

You are equal parts flowing fountain of incredibly detailed information and fun, entertainment! Love your personality, approach and your freaken garden! A bit jealous obviously. Power to you! May your beautiful art and channel have much success!

[@maanihunt]

You're such a good entertainer btw. I know you said you had a bit of hesitancy moving over to KZbin from Instagram to promote your art but you're really entertaining and funny. I also loved the print and the explanation, it was super clear and detailed

[@nataliaarias4044]

Extremely helpful information! Highly recommend this video Thank you so much for sharing all your hard work and knowledge ❤

[@SandaliGunarathne]

Thankyou so much Brooke For sharing these details! Keep it up!

[@SamiaPaintingClub]

Thanks so much 👍 this video is very helpful, just I have a question about the best camera for artists: Which Camera to choose for filming long KZbin video tutorials without heating problems?

[@andrewlm5677]

This is helpful. Thank you! Very nice painting as well

[@b.cormier]

Happy to hear it! Thank you! :)

[@clarissemulvany9921]

Very very useful, you one of a kind! God bless you!

[@iLexy3]

This image would make a great album cover

[@WuWa.Shanghai]

Enjoyed your film, thanks for the film! Superb!

[@b.cormier]

Thank you for watching! :)

[@fabiorossi6641]

Beautiful video as always and amazing and lovely little garden!

[@b.cormier]

Thank you very much! :)

[@cyborgzulu2011]

Dig the aesthetic of the channel and your content. Trying this out for my artwork. Thanks for sharing

[@nadragcubed]

Awesome video, thanks so much for all the info and the entertainment! 💓

[@b.cormier]

Thank you! Glad you liked it! 😁

[@wesley8290]

Awesome video !! Thanks for sharing ✨ By the way LOVE your artwork, keep going!

[@mantoskeeee]

Came here for the art, staying for the artist. 😁

[@b.cormier]

Hahah 😉

[@hajoor_paints]

🔥🔥💜

[@beatrizparejo6398]

Hi, you are a great artist and your videos are super cute and fun. Thanks for sharing how you take your photos. I would love to see how you light your studio to record. The result you get is very professional and beautiful. Thank you so much! 😊❤

[@melissaloves2draw]

This was great, I love the injected humor. 😂

[@Spambrah]

This was really useful! Thank you for sharing, and sharing what services you personally use and why. Hearing someone's personal opinion is nice.

[@b.cormier]

I'm glad you found it helpful, thank you for watching! :)

[@Paul-su3qh]

Hi Brooke, I really loved your quirky but fun loving approsch to the subject of how to sell ones artwork. It is very informstive and cleverly explained. Could you possibly do another video that deals solely with how to photograph ones srtwork using a camrra and showing details of how to set up the camera etc. I have subscribed to your channel ❤😅

[@carolhubley4765]

Great video and good personality.

[@taylorcase6661]

Youre adorable 🤣 educational and entertaining video

[@freelanceartist480]

Cool 😍

[@crystallynndavisart8309]

This is PERFECT! thank you ❤

[@dawnmcnaughton1550]

Thankyou from New Zealand!

[@thekarlicollective]

Such a useful and actually helpful video thank youuuu❤

[@peckerdecker]

Like The orange Crocs (slipper's) . Very retro. Almost 2006 style. Keep sharing. Merry Christmas:)

[@amyadams6134]

Thanks for sharing your process, knowledge & experiences, especially the companies you like using for drop shipping. (Fully enjoy your entertaining persona as well. 😉)

[@b.cormier]

Thanks a lot, I appreciate it🤗 Glad you liked the video!

[@elizabethalcala2516]

Hells yeah I learned all the things!

[@bernardogonzalez4806]

Awesome video and love the personality.

[@beefbeefarts4616]

Looking forward to the time I'll get to purchase each and every one of your work.

[@b.cormier]

I'm looking forward to it too!! 😜

[@ArtRinah]

Omg i love you! You’re so funny and talented 😂😂😂

[@b.cormier]

Haha I'm glad you think so 😬 thanks for watching!!

[@marvellousabiodun5543]

Beautiful 😍. Thank you

[@tolgaoztemur]

It is informative. Even if it would not be so, it is fun to watch.

[@g_rr_tt]

.jpg is a compressed file type, .png is the best option.

[@hughjazz64]

Since I’m based in EU, I have had to use Prodigi. The colour shift was shocking. Prints were dull and dark, although I followed their instructions to colour management. Then I came across a local drapery that also happens to print billboards and signs for small businesses in the area. They did a test run of the same files I had sent to Prodigi, and the result was amazing. And they are damn cheap compared to those international fine art drop shipping companies. Can’t still believe my luck considering I’m based in a rural area

[@b.cormier]

Yeah it can be a hit or miss with Prodigi! I think it has something to do with what facility it's printed at... for example I received some from the UK that looked great, but then received some printed in the Netherlands and they were very dull (had to request a reprint). That's so awesome you found a local printer who gets the job done well! So much better that way 🙌

[@MyShutterBloom]

Hello there! Thank you SO much for all these tips and tricks. What is your opinion on having a giclee print service scan your artwork for you - especially if your work is very large?

[@avantgardenovelist]

love the painting.

[@jamminjamy]

Nice video and great personality! Do you share your photoshop techniques/color correction in any of your videos?

[@DudeGuyWho]

You are such a hoot to watch!

[@MasterTattooing]

Thank you! 🙏

[@TheJoan48]

Thank you very much. I learned alot and really appreciate the info. I've got alot of paintings and need some extra cash so I need to get on the stick. You helped alot.

[@drebugsita]

This is so helpful! Thank you for sharing your process. I have thought about making prints of my work a thousand times but it feels overhwelming - so much technical and logistical know-how required, at least for me as a very analogue person. One question, what is the white surface that you used as a backdrop for your work? I've seen them but I didn't know to use it for photographing work. Any tips on that? DIY or buy? Thank you!

[@numerologenius]

Not only was this helpful but you’re also funny hehe

[@givezaid]

This is awesome! Got a lot to take away from it :)

[@taywis]

Long time admirer-this was informative, hilarious and top notch!! Thanks for sharing :)

[@b.cormier]

Thank you so much! 🥰

[@chronicportal6354]

I love you - thanks for this!!!

[@scottschaible1685]

what camera/ lens are you using to film these KZbin videos? Appreciate your print advice, definitely learned a few new tricks!

[@b.cormier]

I am using a Sony A7C with a Sigma 24-70mm f2.8 lens! Glad you learned something, thanks for watching!

[@crusaderpr7683]

I'll be great if you made a video about how to use lightroom and photoshoot more in depth to remove unwanted shadows and stuff. I'm so lost with lightroom and photoshop. I'm trying to digitalize my drawings but somehow the overall color is too cold or too warm and I get this shadow on the corners of the image. 😫

[@lornatw]

Hi, do you ever print any art that has gold or silver metallic on it and if so how do you make sure this shine shows on the actual print?

[@SabelosubzMthembu-c2r]

Awesome 😎

[@oisantos]

Thanks for the tips sis. Love this video 🤍🙏🏻

[@b.cormier]

Thanks for watching! Hope it was helpful! :)

[@PamelaChangeUr-Life]

Not sure where you are but beautiful garden. Mine is too hard to handle with such a big yard time to downsize and simplify so I can focus on my art. I’m a little confused in the video they were talking about sharpness and the F stops two or three stops down was one comment and then somebody said blurriness over F 11 so I’m not sure what they’re saying again, I’m learning the camera stuff because I’ve been more focused on other things like marketing and specific online printers so that I could at least start and grow. The video is packed full of knowledge I used to have a icon, but I know that there are a lot of canon printers out there and I’m thinking staying with a canon vibe would make things easier for all of my other purchases to work while together, what digital program do you put your photos on to look at Adobe? as far as color correction, I’ve seen various comments about color checker. Is that a program or is that just a little screen that you can overlay to check?

[@MW-hn7wx]

For shooting videos of your painting process in the studio or your photos inside, do you rely on natural light or do you have extra lights? if so, which kind?

[@b.cormier]

I usually use natural light, but if it's dark outside I'll use my aputure light dome mini ii with the aputure LS C120d II light for shooting videos!