PHOTO ENGRAVING

PHOTOS NEED A DIFFERENT WORKFLOW.

Tonal images carry information that line artwork does not. Image2Beam treats photo preparation as its own path.

Photo Auto Prep

Start with laser target, source size and output style.

Prepared Raster

Review the result, readiness data and photo dither output.

STEP 1

Preserve tonal information

Avoid treating a photograph like binary line artwork too early.

STEP 2

Match the laser target

Resolution and preparation should reflect the physical machine and job.

STEP 3

Dither intentionally

Choose or accept a pattern that preserves useful detail for the target material.