Having the correct print resolution settings are very important in order to achieve
the best quality engraving.

Below is a chart explaining different resolution results:

POOR	ACCEPTABLE	OPTIMAL
Any image that is smaller than or the exact size of the intended engraving with 72dpi or 96dpi resolution.  The above photo is an example of what the image will look like when changed to 144dpi or 200dpi.	Any image that is the size of the intended engraving with a resolution of 144dpi.	Any image that is the size of or a bit larger than the intended engraving with a resolution of 200dpi
Any image that is blurry or has jagged edges.	Any image that is 72dpi or 96dpi but at least 1.6 times larger than the intended engraving.  Example: An 8"x6" 72dpi image can be reduced to a 5"x3.5" 144dpi image with minimal distortion.	Any image that is 72dpi or 96dpi but at least 2.67 times larger than the intended engraving.  Example: An 8"x6" 72dpi image can be reduced to a 3"x2" 200dpi image with no distortion.
Images with almost no contrast.	Images with a fair amount of contrast.	Images with high contrast.

Remember that different engravable products produce different results.

If you cannot change the resolution or size of your image, and it meets the requirements
for acceptable and/or optimal engraving, we can resize the photo for you.
Sending raw photos is best so we have more freedom with photo correction.

Please send images as email attachments. 
Please do not place images into a program document
(ex: inserting the image into a Word document).

Below is a chart explaining our process of  setting up a photograph for engraving:

Original Photo
The photo is resized, converted to grayscale mode, and contrast is adjusted for best results.
The photo is run through our engraving software.
Final result after engraving. (simulation on cherry wood, actual results may vary)