Large Format Printing Course

Professional Print Production

Display your photographs professionally. This specialized course teaches you the technical and artistic skills needed to produce gallery-quality prints that accurately represent your creative vision.

Learn from professionals who prepare work for exhibitions, commercial clients, and fine art collections. You'll gain hands-on experience with industry-standard equipment and software.

Color calibration and management workflows
File preparation for optimal print quality
Paper selection and characteristics
Large format printer operation
Mounting and presentation techniques

Professional large format printer in action

Course Curriculum

Master every stage of the professional printing process

Monitor Calibration

Ensure accurate color representation from screen to print with proper calibration techniques.

Color Profiles

Understand ICC profiles and create custom profiles for consistent color accuracy.

Image Preparation

Optimize resolution, sharpening, and file formats for professional output quality.

Printer Settings

Master printer driver settings, ink selection, and media configurations for best results.

Paper Knowledge

Choose the right paper for your images from matte, gloss, metallic, and fine art options.

Finishing Touches

Learn professional mounting, framing, and presentation methods for exhibitions.

Equipment & Facilities

Train on professional equipment used by photographers and print studios across New Zealand. Our facility includes multiple large format printers capable of producing prints up to 44 inches wide.

You'll work with Epson SureColor and Canon imagePROGRAF printers, professional color management tools, and a comprehensive selection of fine art papers. All materials for class projects are included in your course fee.

Our instructors bring decades of experience in commercial printing, fine art reproduction, and exhibition preparation. They'll share insider knowledge that would take years to learn independently.

Who Should Attend: Photographers ready to take their work to the next level, artists preparing for exhibitions, and anyone wanting to understand professional printing standards.

Professional printing studio with equipment

Course Information

Duration

4 intensive sessions over 2 weeks, each session 4 hours with hands-on printing time.

Class Size

Limited to 6 students per course to ensure individual attention at the printers.

Skill Level

Intermediate to advanced. Requires basic Photoshop knowledge and digital photography experience.

Investment

$580 including all printing materials, papers, and professional color management tools.

Schedule

Weekend intensives and weekday evening options available throughout the year.

Certification

Receive a professional certificate upon completion, recognized by NZ photography industry.

Large Format Printing