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Fine Arts at DU: The Digital Print Guide

Updated: February 2025 • 3 min read

For a Fine Arts student at DU (College of Art) or a design student at NIFT, a portfolio is not just "work"—it is their professional identity. Printing digital art requires a deep understanding of color profiles and paper absorption.

CMYK vs. RGB: The Art Student's Dilemma

General xerox shops use low-end toner that shifts colors. Your vibrant "Cyan" becomes a dull "Blue".

  • 100% Color Fidelity: We use high-end production presses that maintain CMYK accuracy.
  • Fine Details: High resolution (2400 DPI) ensures your brush strokes and textures are visible in the print.

Portfolio Requirements for Art Students

Glossy Paper

Best for digital paintings and photography projects. Makes colors pop.

Matte Paper

Best for sketches, charcoal renders, and typography. No glare.

Poster Printing for Exhibitions

Final year juries often require A3 or larger posters. If you're printing a series of 10+ posters, OnlinePrintout offers bulk rates that are significantly lower than local "quick-print" shops in Hauz Khas or Mandi House.

Pro Tip for Art Juries

Upload your artworks in **PDF/X-1a** format. This ensures transparency and fonts are flattened, giving the most reliable result on our high-speed printers.

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