If you have kids, you already know the truth: their artwork is priceless… and also impossible to keep. One week it’s taped to the fridge. The next week it’s folded in a backpack. A month later you find it crumpled under a pile of papers and you feel weirdly guilty because it was actually adorable.

Edmonton families have an extra twist: long winters mean more time indoors, which usually means more crafts, more drawings, more paintings, more “Mom/Dad look what I made!” moments. And while you can’t keep every piece of paper forever, you can preserve the best ones in a way that looks beautiful in your home.

That’s where kids’ artwork canvas prints come in.

If you’re looking for canvas prints Edmonton, this post will show you how to turn your child’s art into real wall decor—clean, modern, and meaningful—plus the easiest way to capture the artwork so it prints sharp and true to colour.

Why kids’ artwork looks surprisingly amazing on canvas

Canvas has texture. Kids’ art has texture (even when it’s just marker on paper, it has energy and movement). When you print artwork on canvas, it instantly looks more “gallery” and less “paper craft.”

Canvas prints are also:

• Lightweight (easy to hang in hallways, playrooms, bedrooms)
• Matte (no glare from lights)
• Durable (better than paper for long-term display)
• Giftable (grandparents love this, every time)

And honestly? A well-done kids’ art wall can look more modern and stylish than generic store-bought prints—because it’s personal.

What kinds of kids’ art work best as canvas prints?

Almost anything can work, but these styles tend to print especially well:

Bold marker drawings

Strong outlines and bright colours translate beautifully to canvas.

Watercolours and painted backgrounds

Canvas texture complements paint and makes it feel like a “real” art piece.

Finger painting

The colours and playful shapes look fantastic, especially as a set.

Simple line drawings on white paper

These look clean and modern—almost Scandinavian—when printed on canvas.

Collages

These can work too, as long as the photo you take is sharp and evenly lit.

If you’re unsure, choose the pieces with:

• clear subject (a person, animal, house, rainbow, etc.)
• strong contrast (dark lines on light paper)
• colours your child was excited about (you’ll feel it when you see it)

A creative theme: the “Mini Artist Collection” wall

Instead of printing one piece, create a mini collection that looks like a real gallery exhibit.

Here’s how:

1. Choose 6 to 9 pieces of artwork from the last year
2. Print them in matching sizes (square canvases look especially modern)
3. Hang them in a clean grid

Recommended sizes:

• 10×10 for a tight hallway or small wall
• 12×12 for a more visible “statement” grid
• 8×10 if you want a smaller, gift-friendly look

Optional (but adorable): label each piece in your home with the year and the child’s age, like:

• “2025 — Age 5”
• “Winter Painting — Age 7”

It turns your wall into a time capsule.

How to capture the artwork so it prints clean and sharp

You don’t need a scanner. A phone is enough if you do it right.

Step-by-step (fast and easy)

1. Flatten the artwork
   If it’s wrinkled, place it under a book for a few hours.
2. Use natural light
   Put the artwork near a window with indirect light. Avoid direct sun (it creates harsh shadows).
3. Turn off overhead lights
   Overhead lights can cause glare and colour shifts.
4. Shoot straight overhead
   Hold your phone directly above the artwork (not at an angle).
5. Fill the frame
   Leave a small border around the edges so you can crop perfectly later.
6. Take multiple shots
   Pick the sharpest one.

Quick check: zoom in on your phone after taking the photo. If the lines look crisp, you’re good.

Simple “cleanup” edits (keep it true to the original)

You don’t want to over-edit kids’ art. You just want it to look like the real thing.

Do small adjustments only:

• straighten the image (so it’s not tilted)
• crop cleanly
• slightly increase brightness if the paper looks grey
• slightly increase contrast if colours look washed out

Avoid strong filters. They can change the colours and make it feel less authentic.

Best canvas sizes for kids’ artwork (what actually looks good)

Here are practical options:

One hero piece (statement art)

• 16×20 or 20×30 Perfect for a standout painting or a piece with lots of colour.

A modern grid collection

• 10×10 or 12×12 (6–9 pieces) This is the “designer” look.

Gifts for grandparents

• 11×14 or 12×16 Easy to wrap, easy to hang, and always meaningful.

If you’re printing a set, keep sizes consistent. Consistency is what makes it look intentional.

Where to hang kids’ artwork canvas prints in an Edmonton home

Best spots:

• Hallway (turns a “boring” space into personality)
• Kitchen/dining area (family heart of the home)
• Playroom (obvious win)
• Home office (a daily smile during work)
• Staircase wall (great vertical space for a grid)

If you’re doing a grid, a hallway is perfect because it’s a natural “gallery” zone.

Canvas wrap choice for artwork

For kids’ art, you usually want the full drawing visible on the front.

• Mirror wrap: safest (keeps the full artwork intact)
• Solid colour edge: clean and modern (white edge works great)
• Gallery wrap: works if there’s extra blank space around the drawing

If the drawing goes right to the edge of the paper, mirror wrap or solid edge is your best bet.

Preserve the art. Keep the memory. Make your home feel like yours.

Kids grow fast. Their art changes fast. Turning their best pieces into canvas prints is one of the easiest ways to preserve this stage of life—and decorate your home with something that actually matters.

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