A Quick Survey

thoughtsJun 21 201219 Comments

Hey friends, I’ve got quick question for you today. It’s been burning in my mind for the last week, so I figured I’d just come out and ask:

If you were ordering a print, what size do you prefer?
5×5 inches, 5×7 inches, 8×10 inches, or none of the above?

I recognize I’m not giving any details that may help you, and that sometimes the answer depends on what the subject matter is. But if you could leave me a comment with your general preference (I can’t get those fancy survey deals to work here, no matter how long I try to get them to work), that would be so helpful.

Prefer to stay anonymous? Email works, too.

Thank you!

19 Comments

Rebecca :: June 21, 2012 at 3:12 pm :: Reply

Hi Brandi, Typically, if I am ordering an artist print or graphic print, I would opt for a larger size (poster or portrait). However, if I am looking for a smaller print, I generally gravitate to the 5x7. You have peeked my interest and I can't wait to find out more about the reason behind this question! xoxo, Rebecca
Rach :: June 21, 2012 at 3:31 pm :: Reply

yeah, what are you up to, Brandi? ;) I also like the larger poster sizes (they can be hard to find ready-made) or 8x10.
Roni J. :: June 21, 2012 at 6:29 pm :: Reply

I have always, and forever will be a fan of postcard-y sizes. 4" x 6", 5" x 7"...if it looks like a flyer, art card, or postcard for mailing I want it. The bigger it is the more artsy and fancy and less handmade-y stuff looks and then I just want an original. I have also been in a postcard/mail art making frenzy so this opinion is completely swayed lol
Carolina :: June 21, 2012 at 6:46 pm :: Reply

5x7 is always a nice general size. You can frame it and then place on a side table, or add to a collection of postcards. Can't wait to see what you are coming up with! Carolina recently posted Learn as I Blog...Time Management
carolyn :: June 21, 2012 at 7:04 pm :: Reply

5x5. something a little different & unique from the standard sizes.
Marlene Cupo :: June 21, 2012 at 7:05 pm :: Reply

I vote for 5x7 too. Seems to be the most versatile. Marlene Cupo recently posted Ocean Finds Necklace
Lauren :: June 21, 2012 at 9:49 pm :: Reply

I think 5x7 is a good size for a photo. I'm intrigued by the 5x5 idea, but think an 8x10 would make me wish for something bigger. Kind of like it's too small to be big, and too big to be small... Lauren recently posted The Ladybird and The Cactus
Kellie :: June 21, 2012 at 9:55 pm :: Reply

I'm a 5x7 girl as a standard. Especially for large collections of things. Kellie recently posted {friday freebies} wrap it, tag it, label it
Susan :: June 21, 2012 at 10:34 pm :: Reply

Hi, Brandi - I prefer 5x7, probably because it gives me more flexibility for arrangement, collections, etc. when it comes to space. Susan recently posted INITIALLY YOURS - Sterling Silver and Swarovski Crystal Necklace
Francesca :: June 21, 2012 at 11:56 pm :: Reply

Love 5x5 - but it really depends of the subject matter. Sometimes only a poster size will do! Francesca recently posted Random thoughts
Libby :: June 22, 2012 at 1:46 am :: Reply

If I'm ordering a digital print I like the 8 x 10, otherwise I'm a bit attached to 5 x 7. Libby recently posted Working on :: the evolution of a pod
Rebecca Anderson :: June 22, 2012 at 4:04 am :: Reply

If I am ordering a print to hang up, I would definitely go for 8x10 inches at the smallest, unless it was for a specific set of smaller ones....still think I'd prefer the larger size though, if it were available.
Shelley Graham Turner :: June 22, 2012 at 5:54 am :: Reply

Generally for family and friend photographs I like 5x7. I like to display in small groups and don't like anything larger. But for actual artwork of course we go much larger.
Marilyn A :: June 22, 2012 at 7:59 am :: Reply

Of the 3 sizes listed, I prefer 5 x 7. I also like 4 x 6 if I'm going for something smaller. 5 x 5 isn't a very standard size so isn't as useful to me, as usually when ordering prints, I'm not sure what I'm going to do with them.
Patti Fortune :: June 22, 2012 at 9:17 am :: Reply

Hi Brandi, I like 8x10 ... the bigger the better !! Have fun with your new idea brewing !! Have a great day! Patti
Hazel :: June 22, 2012 at 3:01 pm :: Reply

I generally like an 8 x10 for a piece I'm framing or displaying, but if it's an actual photo print, I like it to be 5 x 7. The first size feels more 'painting size', the second, more 'photographic size'. And that's probably confused you more ;)
Cindy :: June 22, 2012 at 11:40 pm :: Reply

Hi Brandi...you are being quite mysterious. :-) Hmm.... I'll give you my opinion, not knowing what you have in mind. I think 5x7 is a nice, happy medium. :-) For photos, most common for me would be 4x6, but for print-outs, something larger. Can't wait to learn more. :-) Cindy recently posted Easy Wire 2012
Rita :: June 23, 2012 at 3:22 pm :: Reply

Hi, Brandi Of those sizes my first choice is 5 x 7. But for real life I try for golden mean ratio, or one in which the larger side is some multiple of the shorter side, like 2 x 3 or 4 x 5. I crop a first side to get in the important elements and make the second side some ratio of the first. Or I just go free form to find a good balance. Rita
Dave :: July 1, 2012 at 8:57 pm :: Reply

I'm late to this party, but I would say thatmy choices are print specific. If I was planning on buying a group of prints, I might want them all to be smaller, either 5x5 or 5x7. The 8x10 would be if I was looking to showcase a design more. Dave recently posted God Bless Indie Book Sellers

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