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Letter Pixels / Re: Adapting images for print
« on: August 10, 2023, 01:41:24 AM »
In regards to digitizing your calligraphy work, I have a few suggestions that may help get higher quality scans without the fuzziness:
Taking photos in RAW format is a good move, as RAW captures more image data than JPEG. This will give you more flexibility in post-processing.
Make sure to take photos in a well-lit area with soft, diffuse lighting to avoid harsh shadows or glare. Daylight near a window is ideal.
Use a tripod to keep the camera steady and avoid any camera shake when shooting. Even a basic tripod can help.
Consider investing in a scanner dedicated for artwork if you plan to digitize pieces regularly. Flatbed or overhead scanners are designed specifically for capturing detailed artwork and documents with higher dpi than a regular printer scanner.
Photoshop would be a step up from Pixelmator for post-processing scans and photos. Things like selective adjustment layers and tone curves can help bring out detail and reduce graininess.
When scanning or photographing, fill as much of the frame as possible with your artwork. Cropping unnecessarily in post can cause more loss of quality.
Hope this helps provide some suggestions! Let me know if taking photos in RAW format or trying a dedicated scanner helps resolve the fuzziness issue. Upgrading your software and equipment over time can make a big difference.
Taking photos in RAW format is a good move, as RAW captures more image data than JPEG. This will give you more flexibility in post-processing.
Make sure to take photos in a well-lit area with soft, diffuse lighting to avoid harsh shadows or glare. Daylight near a window is ideal.
Use a tripod to keep the camera steady and avoid any camera shake when shooting. Even a basic tripod can help.
Consider investing in a scanner dedicated for artwork if you plan to digitize pieces regularly. Flatbed or overhead scanners are designed specifically for capturing detailed artwork and documents with higher dpi than a regular printer scanner.
Photoshop would be a step up from Pixelmator for post-processing scans and photos. Things like selective adjustment layers and tone curves can help bring out detail and reduce graininess.
When scanning or photographing, fill as much of the frame as possible with your artwork. Cropping unnecessarily in post can cause more loss of quality.
Hope this helps provide some suggestions! Let me know if taking photos in RAW format or trying a dedicated scanner helps resolve the fuzziness issue. Upgrading your software and equipment over time can make a big difference.
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