Matte Vs Glossy Finish On Canvas

can you post a link to the image page address?

I prefer matte, but it depends on the work.

which is why I wanted to see the image.

I like matte better because glossy sometimes has a glare when you try to take a picture or scan the image. But like Heather said, it really depends on the image.

--Roz Barron Abellera

I think that matte is better. I go to a lot of galleries where huge pieces are hung, and matte resembles a painting more.

And, as Roz sez, no glare.

I prefer a satin finish so I mix the two (for my acrylics). Matte is way to flat for me and Glossy is to shinny.

For the finish on 'printed' canvases like what you get here....Matte. I would never get glossy.

I prefer the matte finish, myself.

The concept behind the canvas print is a more painterly effect. The canvas itself applies a softening to the image, and I mean by softening the detail is not quite as sharp. The matte finish is the way to go.

A vendor I use exclusively for canvas prints (extremely high quality canvas) will apply a clear over the canvas if requested. When I speak over the phone to him about it, he does not recommend it since it's only use is for ease of cleaning (dust)

Although it does reflect more, I actually prefer the glossy finish on the canvases that I purchase from FAA for my art fair booths. I think the glossy finish catches the light better, making the colors appear more vibrant, and adds to the "oil painting" appearance. My own opinion, of course, but I think the matte finish looks dull by comparison. I'm really glad that FAA gives us a choice!

Brushed on glossy varnish first,,, dry for a couple of days then use spray for a nice deep matte finish. Works great.

I was just at a gallery today viewing art. One of the artists in that gallery had done oil paintings with tons of paint and texture. They were rainy urban pieces. All were sealed with a high gloss finish and they looked fabulous. The gloss enhanced the wet, rainy feeling to them. I was surprised that I liked it as I like to use a matte finish type sealer.

After that observation today, I now think it depends on the artwork and what mood you want.

I had the impression the OP was purchasing a canvas here, not making one....

Hi Mona,

I usually prefer matte but as mentioned above it largely depends on the image itself. The print is usually the same and only the finishing differs. A matte canvas print provides little glare and therefore it's most suitable for a high contrast image that contains a wide display of color combination. A gloss canvas print makes the colors of an art image pop more and it may give an illusion of deeper, more vibrant tones. If in doubt contact FAA and ask if they can send you samples of the artwork you desire at a small fee or order it yourself here. I recently released a blog post on how to take care of a canvas print in case you are interested. Hope this helps.

Good light and happy photo making,

Juergen