How and why I print my photographs

In this episode I briefly talk about how I print my photographs in Photoshop and why I think it's important to print to improve your photography and appreciation for the finer details.
I've been investing a lot of time into printing because of an photography exhibition event I hosted on the 15th September. I believe that it's been time and money well spent so I felt it was important to record a video to give a brief overview of what I've been very busy with. It's not a deep dive tutorial but hopefully you'll pick up some tips on preparing your image in Lightroom, printing from Photoshop and perhaps feel inspiring to print and frame your photographs more often.
I'll be talking about my exhibition in a future video so please look out for that. Many thanks for watching!
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[@seantuck]

Amazing images and great advice on prints. Your packaging is also world class mate. Lovely touches in there. People know they are getting something really special when they unwrap that!

[@Firstmanphotography]

Sean Tucker Totally agree, first rate.

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Many thanks, matey! I'll have to try and show you some in the flesh next month ;-)

[@mattthomas1547]

Great philosophy too.

[@masaytaka]

I'd add that Simon's excitement about prints is contagious! :)

[@thephotoguy007]

Very inspiring video! I can't wait to see a video on doing an exhibition.

[@johntravena119]

About 20 years ago a friend of mine bought the newest Nikon DSLR and sold me some of his old film equipment. Seattle has first rate parks and a beautiful Japanese garden, and I’d often shoot in these places. When my photography began to improve I made some prints. Seeing the images enlarged to 11”x14” was pure magic. Love your process - your images look so natural, unlike some popular landscape photographers.

[@cameronghunterimages]

Lovely Video, and great information. Printing is something I wish to get into, printed my first 3 prints for a client/friend over the past few months and shipped them. It's been a wonderful experience!

[@baharam98]

Lots of great tips that helped me with my printing. Thanks😻

[@sjsphotog]

amazing video and gorgeous photography and complete package there at the end for your customers. top notch quality. keep it up!

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Thank you very much, Stephen!

[@sjsphotog]

@@SimonBaxterPhotography Cheers

[@williamcurwen7428]

Ah, I’ve seen your work before, you’re very very good. Just got myself a Canon Pro-1000, it’s a dream come true - simply incredible.

Hi Simon, that tip on editing with white background instead of the usual grey one is something I've not thought previously before. I'm going to start doing that from now on! :) thanks a lot!

[@thecameraaddict4417]

A video like this can really make someone feel inspired....can't really express how happy I am after consuming every second of this video...

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

That's very kind, thank you :-)

[@imageofoz3586]

Outstanding pride in your work and the detail and the effort you put into packaging is second to none. Well done mate.

[@Bloobacon1]

Brilliant! THE most engaging youtube yet on the topic of printing. Thank you.

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Thank you very much!

[@bossofthemoss450]

I’m now the owner of a pro 1000 and it’s transformed my photography - so few of my images are worthy ! Made mistakes with the print side of paper initially but wow what a machine. Great advice and I too realised how dark some of my work has been. So proud of the few worthy contenders. ☺️☺️👍

[@RScottNH]

One of the most photographically inspirational videos I’ve ever seen on KZbin. And I watch many.

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Thank you very much!

[@robertblesse5108]

Thanks, Simon, for this great video. So many of the things you said really hit home with me and I've made a promise to dedicate myself to doing more printing. As you said, it is so easy to get wrapped up in posting on the Instagram, Facebook, etc., putting big, beautiful images on the small screen. I've forgotten what a joy it is to see my images come out of the printer-sometimes like a miracle. In many ways, I think the essence of landscape photography for the photographer is printing images. After all, Ansel Adams didn't have Instagram and his legacy is his large and beautiful images, along with the many books of his work that were published. Ansel printed almost all his work himself, while we now have the luxury of advanced technology to print ours. Like him, I think the images we print remain as the legacy of our work-and in your case, your images go to people who value your work enough to pay for them. Although I've done a fair amount of printing in the past, your video was a good refresher for me. I'm going to order a bunch of Fotospeed paper; I can't get it in Italy, but will have it shipped from England. Good paper for printing photographs is hard to find here, and ridiculously expensive when you do. Also, I agree with Sean Tucker, your packaging looks fantastic! Thanks again, Simon. I hope you are doing well.

[@paulbarnett5530]

Superb videos Simon, waiting patiently for your next one, hope you are keeping well.

[@QuietLightPhoto]

A class act. Love the attention to detail, the prints look fantastic!

[@kiwicit0]

High quality images, high quality content, and high quality person! Congratulations

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Thank you very much, Michael :)

[@terryjones6049]

Thanks for sharing your tips in this video, your presentation skills are a joy to watch

[@andychattaway5620]

Hi Simon, This video is a real treat for all Landscape Photographers. You have even made wrapping a print, into a beautiful art form. Your love and passion for the whole photographic process shines through to inspire us all.

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Many thanks, Andy :)

[@waterman308]

top shelf. your presentation of your prints is awesome. excellent discussion of printing.

[@ericburke3223]

Love the way you package your work. Will buy a print one day. hopefully sooner than later. Great job with the images also.

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Thank you very much!

[@10shxf]

Recently purchased 2 box sets of yours, the images are just stunning, couldn't be more pleased, woodlands are magical places, thank you

[@MaliDaviesPhotography]

I really enjoyed the exhibition, like you say seeing them in the flesh, you really get a feeling of the effort and love that has gone into them. From finding and building the composition to the final print. I cannot tell you enough how inspiring it was to see the prints and get to talk to you. Thank you Simon for taking the time to have a chat. It was well worth travelling all that way. I ended up in a woodland and didn’t go to the abbey. I can see why you spend so much time in those woodlands. I couldn’t agree more about printing. Take care 😁👍

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Hi Mali! Thank you again for your kind comments - much appreciated! Hope you enjoyed your woodland wander :)

[@evansellis7274]

I appreciate very much about sharing your experiences. It really will make a difference in my future printing process.

[@KenrickFischerArt]

I've watched a few printing videos now and this was by far the most genuine and straight forward information! Thank you, Simon, I appreciate your time making this video. Now I'm going to have to go rethink my printing process...

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Thank you very much for your kind feedback, Kenrick!

[@dslmaxe]

Awesome outro and great episode, Simon!

[@minisla]

Great nothing like a hands on approach

[@johnburgess1547]

Dear Simon, 100% agree with you, printing an image that you have created is extremely rewarding and as you say can become a talking point. I am not yet into selling prints but I was very impressed with your attention to detail in the packaging of your work. I follow your work closely and there is no doubt that my photography has improved from following your advice. Keep up the good work!!

[@NigelDanson]

Enjoyed this Simon. Great tip on the thumbnail as well! Some gorgeous prints! 👍👍👍

[@RegisTHA]

I FOREVER think that printing is important. It's why most of my gifts are usually prints. I share your sentiments. Thank you! I love your work btw, from what little I've seen here.

[@derrenleepoole]

That was a real eye opener. Very informative and a joy to watch. You're a valuable asset to the photography community and I'm glad I found your channel. Keep up the great work.

[@tmjr]

Looking forward to your next video Simon! The light on the tree at the end is just perfect, awesome shot.

[@roblodge3818]

Simply stunning Simon.

[@terrynewmanphotography]

Thanks for an enjoyable video. I am looking to get in a position to print my photos and found this video inspiring.

[@MadsPeterIversen]

Finally got around to watch this video. Been looking forward to it for so long. Absolutely stunning work!

[@FTrovatten]

What a video Simon! I'm new to your channel, but a photographer on youtube like you and this was such an inspiring thing to watch! I'll get printing soon, for the first time!

[@stevealbon6745]

Excellent video thanks, totally agree about the printing of photos.

[@martinjn2920]

This video has just been a joy to watch, the passion that you have for the image from conception through execution into post processing then on to printing before the careful assembly and attention to detail in the final pack for a customer shines through. If anyone wants to see what is required to be a success in this industry just watch this video. Brilliant and thank you for sharing.

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Hi Martin. Thank you very much for your kind feedback - much appreciated :)

[@davyscales7732]

Thanks for sharing this info simon i think you have given me a new purpose in photography, thank you.

[@hurakend17]

Thank you for sharing your experience!!!

[@MLC48]

I just printed out my first 'big' print (11 X 14) using my Canon pro-1000 using your recommendations and especially using Photoshop to print images! It turned out fabulous!! Meaning the same as what I saw on my computer screen. Thank you so much for your clear instructions.

[@grundus]

Such an informative and inspiring video Simon! You’re so right that holding a print in your hands is the pinnacle of the process and really makes you appreciate an image. Love your work- keep it up!

[@NildoScoop]

Awesome images and the packaging is first class. Clients know that they've ordered something special.

[@christopherharrison3597]

Simon, I loved this video. I think all of us amateur photographers can learn a lot from actually printing our keepers. Of course we all may not have the means to print our own but finding a reputable printing site or company is probably a good start. To see the professionalism you use both in the process and packaging is truly inspiring.

[@scotty4418]

No where near the level you are at Simon but having just recently started printing some of my images, I have to agree with your comments about that feeling of satisfaction and reliving the moment the image was taken. Very enjoyable video

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Thank you very and I'm glad you're enjoying your printing :)

[@mikebrownhill4662]

Hi Simon - I found your channel via Thomas Heaton. This is one of the first videos of yours that I've watched and I just want to say Thank You for promoting the benefits of printing. I totally agree with you about the tactile experience you get from a picture which you can hold in your hand, frame, put on a wall and then experience every day. The picture becomes part of your home when it's on a wall, part of your life. Putting images online is great, it serves a valuable purpose. But to really experience a picture and fully enjoy it - that needs ink, paper and somebody who knows what he/she is doing when it comes to processing, papers, calibration, profiles etc. I consider printing to be the third artistic skill in digital photography - first is getting the image in camera, second is editing, third is printing. Get these three right and you're good to go.

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Many thanks for watching and for thoughts, Mike! Glad you're enjoying the whole process :)

[@gordroberts53]

Hi Simon! First, I must say how happy I am to have found your channel, it is so easy to become lost in your images. Your advice on printing is valuable to me, especially changing the default background colour in Lightroom. Thank you for sharing. Cheers from BC.

[@andymacdougall6593]

Really enjoyed that. The passion and love for taking and sharing your images oozed off the screen, and I found myself grinning because of that happiness when you talked of the exhibition. Every time I watch one of the I videos I go away green with envy at the quality of your photography and inspired to go and try similar techniques. I usually shoot coast and mountains, but last weekend found myself stumbling round a misty wood having a great time! Thanks for getting me out there in the mist and rain!

[@Stone1108]

Wow Simon, amazing landscape photography, thanks for sharing your printing expertise.

[@EduardoMendozaPhoto]

So absolutely eloquent and inspiring!! Thanks Simon!

[@joelwolski]

So much of what you said in this video about that benefits of printing resonated with me that it would take to long to go into all of it, so let me just say thank you. I do quick prints of my photos and pin them to the wall over my desk at work just to remind me of what's outside these walls.

[@HermSchreurs]

Couldn’t agree more Simon! Great video again on how you handle the printing. Just awesome how you pack and give your customer a truly special gift when the package arrives. Thanks for your effort in making these inspiring videos man👍🏻✨

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Much appreciated, Herm :)

[@jackb9146]

Very nice tuition/descriptions. 🇬🇧

[@TomNorthenscold]

Beautifully put. I couldn’t agree more about the value of printing your work.

[@loveofphotography232]

Awesome! Thanks for the inspiration!

[@zeballos5757]

Great information here. Stunning images. 🙂 Loved the end when you looked at the picture before you left. Nice!

[@PMCN53]

That was a wonderful and inspiring VLOG Simon. I agree, the image is not complete without printing. I have a set of 5 images printed from a tour of Lofoten in Feb 2020. The hang in my main hall of my home and inspire me to keep going in my photography. I would love to get my own printer but that will have to wait for now. Cheers.

[@groggu]

Simon - excellent and inspirational as always. Thanks for reminding us that we need to print.

[@JohnDillworth]

Excellent post. Quick note on the Pixima Pro 1000. Great printer but once the ink absorber gets full the printer needs to go to Canon for service. Best way not to fill the ink absorber is to always print with boarders. Borderless prints will fill the absorber much quicker. Keep up the great work

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Ahhh, I didn't know that! I always have a significant border so I hope it lasts a long time. Many thanks!

[@SundropArt]

Wow amazing photos, you did a great work and top prints...Greetings from the black forest, Germany :-)

[@BitcoinBuccaneerBridger]

So glad to see another video from you! Your content is always top notch, you and Thomas Heaton are the two I look forward to the most. Great images, and thank you for sharing your process.

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Much appreciated, Jim. Thank you!

[@lennartphotography]

Great work Simon 👌👏👏👏

[@gregmarshall1959]

Great video pal... and the packaging and little touches all on point as ever.

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Cheers me dear. Hope you enjoyed Iceland!

[@josemanuelcasadomolina2462]

Que maravilla de fotos!!!! Felicidades.

[@jrcandela77]

Your pictures are AMAZING Simon!!! thanks for sharing all your very helpful vlogs and experiences.

[@glenmillersnowflake]

Excellent vid, Very informative with lots of advice. Thank you Simon

[@glenmillersnowflake]

Thanks also for your response to my messenger questions which your video answers in full. Ade

[@brentjones571]

Really really spectacular simon , a lovely video on your printing side ,i hope one day to have one hanging on my wall, WOW.

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Thank you very much, Brent!

[@JoDaniels]

I love the way you shared your knowledge, full of passion out of the hart. I’ll definetly visit your website and looking forward to your next video. Thanks for sharing Simon.

[@Jeff-jg7jh]

I ordered this print(flow of the Coe). It will accompany my Colorado Mill print.

[@Rob01978]

Just wow. Amazing

[@Elysianplains]

Wow, Simon! This was just terrific to watch. You’re attention to detail and print quality really comes through here. I was particularly touched by your finishing touches at the end such as the thank you card and written message.

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Much appreciated, Jamie! Thank you!

[@tomdullage1531]

Thanks Simon, I love the care you obviously lavish on your printing and presentation!

[@Yannis_Larios]

Gorgeous photography and a true passion for producing AND delivering true artworks! Apart from your superb photography I was equally amazed by the packaging and certificates of authenticity, paper embossing etc. Would appreciate a video on that. Kudos for your professionalism at every step

[@gstandaert]

Great video Simon! Printing you images gives so much satisfaction...

[@oddbjrnaustevikfoto]

Most important photography related video I've seen on KZbin for quite a while. Thank you so much. I've learned a lot from watching this. Mainly that I need to learn more. PS: Your packaging is wonderful, my hat goes off!

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Thank you very much :)

[@Bazzo61]

Absolutely stunning pictures and another brilliant video. So agree with you regarding your comments on having something physical to look at and enjoy.

[@streetyskater]

Wonderful dialect! "love" = "luf" etc.. Could listen to this all day long. :) Also, very nice video. Thanks for sharing your knowledge and beautiful captures!

[@brumtaffy]

Fabulous episode Simon, loved seeing your workflow and your amazing images. I'm going to follow your lead on this one and print more :) The finishing touches to your prints for sale put the icing on the cake, bravo!

[@terricarpenter1798]

Great video! The information you give is outstanding. I've been wanting to print my own images for sometime now, but I've been hesitant. This is the best How and Why print video I've watched. Thank you so much for all the information you've given in this video. Also wanted to let you know that I think your images are awesome!!!

[@romiemiller7876]

You're absolutely right about printing. "The proof is in the printing". Why spend thousands of dollars/pounds on high quality camera bodies and the best lenses if all you do is web photos? If I did that I'd buy a crop sensor body and an 18-300 zoom. No one could tell the difference in the Internet.

[@northernrider780]

I have to say I love the attention to detail in your packaging. It might not be the focus of the video, but as an artist who has sent drawings all over the world, I am much the same. I believe the buyer needs to get a feeling of a premium artwork and premium seller. Yours is definitely up there with one of the best I have seen.

[@joegutierrez6021]

Another great presentation as to why we do what we do. Well done Sir.

[@Fotograffa]

Wonderful video, Simon. Good advice and you have given me much to think about. Your work is awesome!

[@AdrianW_photo]

Outstanding video and content. As always, you never cease to disappoint. If I never had motivation to print before I certainly do know.

[@yuriajones]

Another great one! Thanks Simon. I look forward to the next.

[@scottlandis9493]

Fantastic video Simon! Very inspirational! I have been struggling with inspiration and motivation for quite some time and I realized that I don’t print my images! Maybe that’s what I need! That glance at your framed image on the wall before you head out with your gear absolutely gave me goosebumps! Thank you! Cheers!!

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Many thanks for the kind feedback, Scott :)

[@jimrookphotos]

Once again you've given the entire presentation your personal touch, Simon. Yes, from relaying what is important to you and why through the careful boxing and thank-you you've shown what professionalism and a humble form of pride can mean in this world today. Good discussion on all points. Only one thing missing from this video; Meg. Hopefully she didn't wander far with her little backpack. Looking forward to more of your journey. Jim

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Thank you very much, Jim! As yes, I hope I can be back out shooting with Meg again soon :)

[@jimrookphotos]

Just an update, Simon. I've tried what you said about changing the background to white and it made a remarkable difference on how my photos appeared at printing. That was a very valuable tip you shared. Thanks much!

[@PersuasiveVideoWorks]

#SimonBaxter... great demonstration thanks, it gives me pause, and I think... What about, this shot and that... I come from a background of photographers in the family, professional etc. My dad must have taken more than, 30K images, prints and slides... over the years... Brother-in-law also, instilled, a love for photography, he taught me a lot... Said, David, a good and serious photographer, always has his camera and gear with him... You never know when that shot, with just the right light, will appear, never to be seen again... Got to be prepared if you want to get... He did fine prints of people, city, and rural life mostly, BW, LA, New York, Jacksonville, St. Augustine, in the mid 60's - late 90's and loved to share his ideas on filters, darkroom work, etc. Love your work, thanks for sharing... David Justiss P.S. I had no idea who you were, from the beginning to the end, only after I looked at your channel name, did I discover it... Peter McKinnon, always says who he is right from the start... He's a good model to follow, most of the professionals I follow, do... It helps with the branding.

[@Colin-ut4qf]

Hello Simon.Your videos are always brilliant.Those prints just blew me away you are right to feel proud mate .

[@SimonBaxterPhotography]

Thank you very much, Colin :)

[@andrestorhaug1121]

Thanks Simon! Great video and awesome to see your work on paper! 👍 ( on screen 😃)

[@GeorgeENorkus]

Simon. When you brought the image from very small to larger, (Stop at video time 9:05), I was surprised to see a lady's face.in the center of the photo. The more I studied the photo the more I liked what you have captured. Very well done!

[@TheMasterMikeB]

Having recentley aquired a print i can appreciate the time and effort you put into your work So pleased to have got one

[@TheNonsenseAdventures]

I'd love to see more of my images in print. They either gather digital dust or feature in a few views of one of my vlogs and an Instagram post. I have 2 in my bedroom that I love but I've no other space. I'm not skilled enough to have my own exhibition or even feel confident to sell them. So I will continue to stick them onto the "digital ether" and gather digital dust... But fantastic vlog! Makes me want to print them off

[@vernonalvares8440]

Simon.. lovely vid .. learnt a lot abt the efforts that go into replicating the image shot on the day.. cheers, Vernon Alvares, Mumbai, India

[@derekwillson2538]

You have some truly awesome images in your collection and this video was a great promotion for the art of photo printing. Thanks for all you do Simon, see you soon Del

[@paulbell9957]

Fantastic work mate. Your woodland images are amazing ☺

[@RS.Outdoors]

Would be interested to see a processing film on how you edit the Sony files. Always have an issue with achieving natural colours at times and you seem to have it spot on. Atb

[@mje1625]

White background: Great tip!

[@Dal1970again]

Great video Simon, and really spot on advice on the editing. I have switched my background to white and it really makes a big difference

[@j.nathanieldicke6105]

I appreciate the relatability of this. From the perspective of a former film photographer-film to print was the entire point. I still feel that the purpose of making images is the final print. -Cheers!

[@markmcmullan3351]

Loved this vlog Simon . Your prints look exceptional mate . Very classy packaging lo you know your getting a premium product when you see that .