Q&A - ARCHIVAL PRINTS
TOPIC: Prints
Questions
 . . . And answers
Q: What is an "Archival Print"?

A: It is a finished print -- cropped and then edited for color and density. According to Epson, the print will last over 100 years. We have three levels of editing.

LEVEL 1) BASIC EDITING: This is the editing we do before we post images to our website. The purpose is for you to have a clear identifiable image so you can find your son/daughter. If you order a PHOTO FILE, this is the editing you will receive. You will need to be skilled at photo editing with PHOTOSHOP (PHOTOSHOP SOFTWARE INFO ) or a similar editing program.

LEVEL 2) PLEBE SUMMER EDITING: This is an edited archival print. We crop, correct for color and density -- and then print on EPSON archival paper. This is the editing we do on any print you order, whether it be single prints -- or scrapbook prints.

LEVEL 3) PORTRAIT EDITING: This is custom high quality editing that we do on the "First Class" PLEBE PORTRAITS. This includes: cropping, color correction, density correction, retouching -- and even removal of unwanted objects from bakrgound. It is the best -- and we spend a great deal of time on each print.
TOPIC: Print Quality
Questions . . . And answers
Q: What paper do you use? A: EPSON
Q: What is the finish of the paper? A: Luster (What is a lustre finish?).
Q: Do you retouch the imges? A: Yes, we do - but limited. We do retouch fully all "First Class" PLEBE PORTRAITS.
Q: What kind of ink do you use? A: K3 ink.
Q: What file size do you use? A: We use a RAW FILE (RAW FILE Wikipedia) format to maximum quality The size of our RAW FILES is about 2.8 Million Pixels (PIXELS Wikipedia ) at 240 PPI (Pixels Per Inch.) RAW FILES enable us to edit much easier and effectively.
Q: What kind of camera do you use? A: NIKON D200 and D300; Canon
Q: Will your prints be better than the ones I have made at Ritz camera, Walmart -- or that I make myself? A: YES. Unless you make themselves and you have the expertise with PHOTOSHOP.
TOPIC: Editing
Questions . . . And answers
Q: Do you edit the prints?
A: Yes we do.
Q: Are the prints guaranteed? A: Yes they are.
Q: Do you crop the image? A: Yes, we do. CLICK HERE for info about cropping.
Q: Is there any difference between a scrapbook print and an archival prints? A: No, we edit them the same way.
Q: Will you crop out my son/daughter if he/she is on the edge of the print? A: No we will not.
Q: Can I indicate how I want the photograph cropped? A: Sorry, not possible.
TOPIC: Print Sizes
Questions . . . And answers
Q: What sizes are available? A: Wallets (2.5 x 3.5), 3.5 x 5, 5 x 7, 8 x 10, 11 x 14, 13 x 19, 16 x 20, 20 x 24.
Q: Will anything be cropped off the image if I order an 8x10? A: YES. The proportion for a 5x7 is not the same as it is for an 8x10. To make a print from a 35mm negative (which is basically a 5x7 proportion) about 5% needs to be cut from the side. CLICK HERE for example.
Q: If I want a photograph cropped to a size other than the standard sizes (3 1/2 x 5, 5 x 7, 8 x 10, etc.) can you do that? A: Yes, we can. Please contact Eleanor.
Q: Will the print come with a white border? A: No.
Q: What size is a wallet? A: 2.5 x 3.5 inches.
TOPIC: Ordering
Q: How do I order? A: First, find the photographs of your son/daughter and save to "MY WALDO Stored Photos." ( ) Next, select and click on the SHOPPING CART icon ( )below the image you wish to order. A dropdown will appear. Two options will be given to you -- "Photo Files -- Instant Download" and "Archival Prints." Be sure to select the print size under "Archival Prints." The WIZARD will guide you through the rest of the process.
Q: What are the print prices?
A:
SIZE
8 Wallet
3.5 x 5
5x7
8x10
11x14
16x20
20x24
24x30
Price
$28.
$20.
$27.
$35.
$40.
$169.
$239.
$299.
Q: Does it cost less for me to have you make a print than my buying the photo file? A: It depends. If you want only one copy of a file, then it is better to have us make the print for you. If you wish to have more than 1 or 2 copies of the print, it would be better to buy the Photo File.
Q: Will my credit be applied to this order? A: Your credit will be applied to your first order over the Registration Fee. You can find how much credit you have on Member Home Page.
TOPIC: Delivery
Questions . . . And answers
Q: When will I receive the prints?
A: 3-4 weeks after you order. This will depend on how many orders we have at the time your order is received.
DISCLAIMER: The Q&A above are based on last year's Plebe Summer. There may be changes for this Plebe Summer.