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In the world of professional photography, the focus is often speed, volume, and digital delivery. But what happens when a digital creative—someone who lives by the camera—finally decides to print a piece for themselves?
We sat down with digital creator and lifestyle, editorial , and product photographer Daryna Barykina to discuss her recent project: a massive 30×40 print on archival Hahnemühle Fine Art Paper. She shares her journey from a spontaneous smartphone capture to creating a powerful, large-scale monument to her own creative resilience.
Daryna recently moved from freelance work to an in-house content creation role, dramatically increasing the speed and volume of her output. She notes this pace left her creatively drained:
“The speed and quality at which you need to produce is insane. I didn’t have the energy to create outside of work; picking up a camera felt like a chore.”
This struggle led to an unexpected moment of inspiration. While watching a movie, she captured a spontaneous, intimate portrait of her husband using only her smartphone camera. The shot—geometric, haunting, and intimate—felt “right.” It became a symbol of her rediscovered authentic voice.
To ensure this spontaneous capture held up at an immense scale, Daryna chose a 30×40 print size. This required meticulous technical preparation:
“Because I shot it on a phone, I had to pay attention to the technicals to ensure it held up at that size. To improve the resolution, I used the AI Upscaler Gigapixel from Topaz Labs to enlarge the image without losing quality.”
This method proves that with the right post-processing tools, even high-quality smartphone files can be transformed into stunning large fine art prints.
Why turn an intimate, accidental shot into such a huge display? For Daryna, the scale was essential for emotional and artistic validation.
“This work was brought out by a desire to create authentically and meaningfully. The only way to do justice was to go large. It turns a private moment into a monument.”
The scale of the large fine art print served a personal purpose: to symbolize a new creative chapter and remind herself that her creative passion was still intact. For true impact, Daryna advises: don’t be afraid to go bigger. She even regrets not choosing the 36×48 size!
Choosing the medium for a Fine Art Print is critical, as it directly impacts the viewer’s experience. Daryna made a very conscious decision to use the archival Hahnemühle Fine Art paper for its finish and ability to enhance the mood.
“I was looking for an ultra matte finish to emphasize the richness of dark tones. The image is very moody with a touch of eery, and I wanted the paper to add to this story by consuming the light, not reflecting it.”
The matte, velvety texture invites a tactile and comforting interaction that complements the subject matter, making the final piece both pleasant and unsettling—the perfect reflection of the art’s mood.
While the large print satisfies her artistic needs, Daryna credits another product for maintaining her personal life archives: Printique Albums.
“You know how they say ‘shoemaker without shoes’? Printique solves this for me through albums. I have quite a collection of coffee table books and they always get compliments. It is my best, but never kept to self, secret.”
For professionals constantly printing client work, using archival photo albums for personal moments ensures their own memories are preserved with the same dedication they give to their clients.
When considering large fine art prints for your own home or studio, Daryna advises careful placement and preparation:
“What I am certain about is a non-glare archival glass [for framing]. I might swap it for Alex’s portrait to embarrass him in front of our guests lol.”
Large prints, whether professional portraits or personal milestones, make a bold, uncompromising statement. Don’t let your most meaningful memories remain trapped in a file—turn them into a monument with Printique’s large Fine Art Paper options.
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