Premium Convention Art Printing
Say goodbye to fading colors and inaccurate trims. We stock premium heavy-weight Silk cover papers designed specifically to prevent glare in convention halls. Whether you need massive 12x18 hero statement pieces or 1,000 mini impulse-buy prints, our physical commercial presses deliver commercial-grade color accuracy.
The Ultimate Sizing Guide
Not sure what sizes to order for your booth? Here is what successful table vendors stock. ‡
4"x6" & 5"x7"
Extremely popular sizes for affordable bundle deals (e.g. 3 for $10). Mini prints are giftable, highly collectable, and don't require the customer to carry a large poster tube, increasing conversion rates fast.
8.5"x11" & 8"x10"
The classic letter-size bracket. These feel much more substantial than mini prints but remain highly affordable. 8x10 is especially popular because it fits readily available, cheap frames.
11"x17"
The undisputed industry standard poster size for Anime and Comic conventions. Fits perfectly in standard vendor display portfolios and commands a higher price point while still being manageable.
12"x18"
For your absolute best artwork that demands attention. Hang these high on your wire grids as anchor pieces to draw attendees in from across the hall. Standard commercial 12x18 size allows for flawless bleed edges.
* Pricing examples above are dynamically calculated for Single-Sided, Full-Color prints on premium 100# Silk Cover paper stock. Rates may fluctuate based on bulk quantity discounts, material costs, and availability.
‡ Prices shown are base estimates and do not include applicable taxes or calculated shipping.
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Multi-Design Split-Runs for Artist Alley
Never gamble your convention budget on single-artwork bulk orders. Our multi-design split-run program lets you bundle 4 to 10+ illustration designs into one consolidated order, unlocking top-tier volume pricing while keeping your table inventory agile and diverse.
Combine Multiple Artworks
Order 100 total 11x17 prints split into 4 designs × 25 copies, or 250 prints split into 10 designs × 25 copies. You pay the high-volume price tier rather than small-batch rates.
Save up to 45% vs single runsTest New Designs Safely
Allocate 50 copies to your proven bestsellers while printing 15–25 copies of new or niche fan art. If a new piece goes viral on Day 1, reorder instantly for your next show.
Zero dead stock riskOrganized Print Bundling
Each artwork design in your split run is kept neatly separated and can be shrink-wrapped in convenient sets for fast restocking under your convention table.
Clean, separated design batchesStandard Convention Print Sizes & Bleed Setup
Trim dimensions, full-bleed canvas sizes (+0.125" bleed per side), and 300 DPI pixel dimensions.
| Print Format | Trim Dimensions | Canvas (+0.125" Bleed) | 300 DPI Pixels | Convention Merchandising Role |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Tabloid11" × 17" Poster | 11.0" × 17.0" | 11.25" × 17.25" | 3375 × 5175 px | Industry standard for comic and anime convention flip bins |
| Statement Poster12" × 18" Large Art Print | 12.0" × 18.0" | 12.25" × 18.25" | 3675 × 5475 px | Backdrop anchor artwork hung on wire grids to draw aisle traffic |
| Letter / Frame Print8.5" × 11" & 8" × 10" | 8.5" × 11.0" | 8.75" × 11.25" | 2625 × 3375 px | Fits standard retail photo frames and portfolio binders |
| Mini Print5.0" × 7.0" Collectible | 5.0" × 7.0" | 5.25" × 7.25" | 1575 × 2175 px | Impulse-buy bundles that fit easily in attendee bags |
| Postcard Print4.0" × 6.0" Quick Sale | 4.0" × 6.0" | 4.25" × 6.25" | 1275 × 1875 px | Freebies, thank-you cards, and collectible mini sets |
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What paper stock is best for standard convention prints?
For standard 11" x 17" or 8.5" x 11" prints, we highly recommend 100lb or 130lb Silk Cover. Silk provides an elegant, smooth finish with minimal glare under harsh convention hall lighting, ensuring your colors pop without looking like cheap, glossy flyers.
Do you offer specialty finishes like foil, spot UV, or holographic?
We currently do not offer foil stamping, spot UV, or holographic finishes. Instead, we specialize in high-fidelity full-color digital printing on premium heavy cardstocks (such as 100lb and 130lb Silk or Gloss Cover) with optional protective Gloss or Matte lamination, precision bleed trimming, and multi-design print splits.
How do I submit files for edge-to-edge (full bleed) printing?
Simply extend your artwork 0.125 inches past the final trim size on all four sides. For example, if you are ordering an 11" x 17" print, your file canvas should be exactly 11.25" x 17.25". We strongly recommend keeping important text and logos at least 0.25 inches safely inside the trim line.
What are the best print sizes to sell at Artist Alley?
The most successful booths offer a tiered mix: 4"x6" or 5"x7" mini prints for quick impulse sales, 8.5"x11" or 11"x17" for your standard fan-favorite inventory, and large 12"x18" posters as eye-catching anchor pieces to draw attendees to your table from across the hall.
How many art prints should I order for a convention?
For a standard 3-day anime convention table, a safe baseline is 100-250 total prints spread across different designs and sizes. You may want to order higher quantities (e.g., 50-100 each) of your best-selling designs, and lower quantities (15-25 each) for untested or niche artwork. Our low minimums allow you to test new designs without holding dead inventory.
How do multi-design split-runs work for Artist Alley print orders?
Our multi-design split-run service allows convention artists to combine 4, 8, or 10+ different illustration artworks into a single bulk order of the same print size and paper stock. For example, rather than ordering 100 copies of one poster, you can order 100 prints total split across 4 designs at 25 copies each. This unlocks bulk volume pricing without tying up capital in single-design inventory.
How are convention print orders packaged for travel?
We offer batch shrink-wrapping in bundles of 10, 25, or 50 prints, keeping each design separated and protected from moisture or corner dings during travel so you can restock your table quickly during busy convention weekends.