Capture On Labs

11/03/2026

Check out this article we teamed up with Sony Alpha Universe on!
Our very own David Shockey shares some of his knowledge on preparing your photographs for print, covering everything from camera settings to file preparation and getting the best possible results.
At Capture On Labs, we believe great prints start long before you hit the print button. We’re excited to share some of that knowledge with photographers around the world!

https://pixt.me/davidshockey-printguide

10/29/2026

Some of our customers are dogs.
Even they understand the importance of printing their photos and having them custom framed.

10/05/2026

Custom framing is about designing the entire presentation around the artwork. A black frame and white mat is clean and classic, but look at what happens when we frame for the image.

We chose a moulding that echoes the texture of the tree trunks, layered two shades of green pulled from the photograph, and floated the top mat for added depth. One frames the photograph. The other becomes part of it.

10/03/2026

A really cool custom project that came through the lab. Our customer supplied us with a license from the museum to reproduce this piece, and we handled the fine art printing and custom framing from there.
We printed it on Hahnemühle Museum Etching, one of our favorite fine art papers for work like this. Its heavy texture and matte finish give the print a beautiful, traditional feel.
For the framing, we finished it with a triple mat to add depth and give the artwork a presentation that felt appropriate for the piece.
From licensed museum reproductions and fine art printing to custom framing, we love getting projects like this through the shop.
Printed and framed by Capture On Labs in Willoughby, Ohio.

08/13/2026

New post over in our knowledge center!
PPI vs DPI: What’s the difference?

We break down what these terms actually mean, why 300 ppi isn’t always necessary and what really determines how well your image will print.

Check it out 👇

Learn the difference between PPI and DPI, how resolution affects photo print quality, and why 300 PPI isn't always necessary for a great print.

08/07/2026

We’re excited to announce that we’re now open on Saturdays!
Stop in to tour the facility, start your next custom framing project, or pick up your completed order. We’re looking forward to making it even easier to work with us.

Saturday Hours:
🕙 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

08/03/2026

https://captureonlabs.com/tiff-vs-jpeg-which-file-format-should-you-use

Here's the part that surprises most people. A properly exported JPEG can produce a print that looks virtually identical to a TIFF. The biggest differences happen before the print is ever made.

07/29/2026

How big can you print your photo?

Choose an image below to see its resolution and recommended print sizes. Your image is analyzed privately in your browser. It is not uploaded or stored by Capture On.

06/19/2026

https://captureonlabs.com/why-your-prints-dont-match-your-screen-and-how-to-fix-it

A complete guide to preparing photos for print, including color spaces, soft proofing, resolution, sharpening, and choosing the right paper.

06/17/2026

Losing a pet is never easy.

Recently, I lost my dog Benny after nearly 14 years together. I wanted to create this memorial shadow box so his collar, tags, paw print, and photo didn’t just end up sitting in a drawer.
Projects like this are a reminder that custom framing is about more than artwork. It’s about preserving memories that matter.

At Capture On Labs, we create custom shadow boxes for:
• Pet memorials
• Sports jerseys
• Military memorabilia
• Awards and medals
• Family heirlooms
• Wedding keepsakes
If you have meaningful keepsakes sitting around, we’d love to help turn them into something you’ll be proud to display.