#dpiexplained

DPI Explained for Large Prints — What It Reveals About Sports Jersey Shadowboxes Not all images are meant to be printed large. And in sports jersey shadowboxes, that mistake shows immediately. DPI (dots per inch) controls how much detail an image holds when it’s printed. When photos are enlarged for display, low DPI leads to visible quality loss. That shows up as: • Pixelation in faces and details • Blurry edges around subjects • Loss of clarity at viewing distance • Inconsistent quality inside the shadowbox The problem? It often looks fine on your phone. But once it’s printed and framed… the flaws are permanent. At Picture Worth Custom Framing, DPI is matched to the final display size—not guessed. We account for: • Print size relative to viewing distance • Detail preservation for enlarged images • Output medium (photo paper vs canvas) • Visual balance within the shadowbox Because in a jersey display… the image is part of the story. And it needs to look just as strong as the jersey itself.

DPI Explained for Large Prints — Why It Matters for Custom Framed Original Art Most people think higher DPI always means better quality. It doesn’t. DPI (dots per inch) only makes sense relative to viewing distance—especially in large prints. As artwork gets bigger, it’s viewed from farther away. That means extremely high DPI isn’t always necessary—but the wrong DPI will still cause problems. Too low, and you’ll see: • Pixelation across large areas • Loss of detail in faces and edges • Blurry transitions between colors Too high, and you risk: • Oversized files with no visual benefit • Inefficient production • Misunderstood expectations At Picture Worth Custom Framing, DPI is matched to how the artwork will actually be seen. We consider: • Final print size • Viewing distance • Detail requirements • Output medium (canvas vs paper) Because in custom framed original art… clarity isn’t just about resolution. It’s about using the right resolution for the right scale.