Large Format Posters

Custom Large Posters for Your Events

When you need to get your message in front of a wide audience, print it on our large format posters. Display them on buildings, walls, or billboards to ensure your message is always seen.

Large Poster Printing for Maximum Visual Impact

When your message needs more space to stand out, large poster printing gives you the visibility you need for advertising, events, retail displays, exhibitions, photography, artwork, and branded communications. With Pixartprinting, you can create custom large posters in a wide range of formats, materials, and orientations, making it easy to adapt your print to the space where it will be displayed.

Our large format posters are available in sizes ranging from 11" x 17" up to 36" x 48", so you can choose the dimensions that best match your project. Whether you need a single poster for a presentation, a large photo for a wall, or hundreds of prints for a promotional campaign, you can configure your order online and select the option that works best for you.

All large posters are printed on the front side only, allowing your design, photography, advertising message, or branding to take center stage.

Large Format Poster Sizes

The right size can make a major difference in how your poster is seen and understood. Pixartprinting offers several standard formats for large poster printing, from compact large-format options for indoor displays to oversized posters designed to attract attention from a greater distance. Available sizes include:

  • 11" x 17" – a versatile choice for announcements, promotions, menus, presentations, and event posters.
  • 16" x 20" – ideal for photography, artwork, decorative displays, and promotional graphics.
  • 18" x 24" – a popular format for advertising, retail environments, exhibitions, and business communications.
  • 22" x 28" – suitable for displays that require greater visual presence.
  • 24" x 36" – a classic large poster size for promotions, events, photography, and advertising campaigns.
  • 28" x 40" – designed for high-visibility graphics in larger spaces.
  • 36" x 48" – the largest option, ideal when your graphics or message need maximum exposure.

You can also choose between vertical and horizontal orientations. A vertical layout can work particularly well for portraits, promotional graphics, product launches, and event advertising, while a horizontal poster can be effective for panoramic photography, wide compositions, informational displays, and landscape-oriented designs.

Choose the Right Material for Your Large Posters

Choosing the right material is an important part of creating effective custom large posters. The surface, thickness, finish, and intended display environment can all influence which option is best for your project. Pixartprinting offers several paper and polypropylene options designed for different visual and practical requirements.

  • 9.8 pt Premium Glossy Paper features a bright, high-gloss surface that enhances color depth, contrast, and image sharpness. Its sturdy 9.8 pt thickness makes it a strong option for large photo posters, colorful graphics, artwork, promotional imagery, and other designs where vivid reproduction is a priority.
  • 7.4 pt Semi-Gloss Paper provides a smooth surface with a more restrained sheen. It helps maintain bright colors while reducing some of the reflections associated with a full gloss finish. This makes it particularly suitable for promotional displays, advertising posters, retail environments, and graphics that need to remain easy to view under different lighting conditions.
  • 4.6 pt Glossy Paper is a lighter glossy option designed to reproduce photos and colorful graphics with strong visual definition. It can be a useful choice for campaigns where you need a larger quantity of large format posters. This material is available for orders of 100 copies or more.
  • 7.5 pt Premium Matte Paper has a smooth, glare-free surface that gives graphics and text a clean, professional appearance. Its non-reflective finish makes it particularly useful for storefront displays, informational posters, exhibitions, presentations, and settings where the poster may be viewed under direct lighting.
  • For applications that require additional resistance, 10 pt Matte Polypropylene Foil offers a tear- and water-resistant alternative to traditional paper. Its matte, sun-blocking surface makes it suitable for outdoor poster applications as well as displays exposed to more demanding conditions. Depending on the environment and use, the material is designed to provide durability for up to 12 months.

Large Photo Posters for Photography, Artwork, and Displays

Large posters are not limited to advertising. They are also an effective way to reproduce photography, illustrations, artwork, graphics, and visual projects at a larger scale. If you want to turn a photograph into a wall display, present creative work at an exhibition, decorate a retail environment, or reproduce branded imagery for an event, large photo posters provide plenty of space for the details of your design.

For photography and highly saturated artwork, a glossy surface can help emphasize contrast and colors. If your poster will be displayed under strong lighting or needs a more understated appearance, a matte or semi-gloss material may be preferable. Consider both the visual effect and the location where the finished poster will be displayed before selecting your material.

Large Poster Printing From Just One Copy

You do not need to place a large-volume order to use Pixartprinting's large poster printing service. Many configurations can be ordered starting from just one copy, giving you the flexibility to print a single poster for an exhibition, presentation, event, office, store, or personal project.

Starting from one copy is also useful when you want to test a design before committing to a larger production run. You can evaluate the size, layout, colors, and overall visual result, then order additional copies when needed.

Bulk Large Poster Printing for Advertising and Promotions

If you need posters for a larger marketing initiative, Pixartprinting also supports bulk large poster printing. Larger quantities can be useful for retail chains, product launches, events, conferences, promotional campaigns, exhibitions, entertainment venues, and multi-location advertising.

Using the same artwork across a larger print run helps maintain a consistent visual identity across multiple locations. Depending on your project, you can select a material that balances appearance, thickness, display conditions, and quantity requirements. For example, the 4.6 pt Glossy Paper option becomes available from 100 copies and can be particularly relevant for higher-volume campaigns.

Create Custom Large Posters With Our Free Online Editor

If you do not already have a print-ready design, you can use Pixartprinting's free online editor to create your poster directly online. The editor allows you to work on your layout without needing dedicated professional design software.

You can add and position text, images, logos, and graphic elements to build a design suited to your project. This makes it easier to produce custom large posters for sales, events, business promotions, announcements, exhibitions, decorative displays, or photography.

If you already have your artwork, you can upload your print file during the ordering process instead.

How to Order Large Posters With Pixartprinting

Ordering your large format posters online is straightforward. Start by choosing the poster size that best fits your display space and select either a vertical or horizontal orientation. Then choose your preferred material based on the appearance and level of resistance required for your project.

Next, select the quantity you need. Depending on the chosen configuration, you can order from a single copy or choose larger quantities for promotional and commercial campaigns. Once your product specifications are set, upload your artwork or create your design using the free online editor.

Before completing the order, review the product configuration, quantity, delivery options, and price displayed online. This allows you to compare the available choices and configure your large poster printing order according to your project requirements.

Our Tips for Designing Effective Large Posters

A larger print area gives you more creative freedom, but an effective poster still needs to communicate quickly and clearly. When preparing artwork for custom large posters, keep the intended viewing distance in mind. Text that looks large on your computer screen may appear much smaller when viewed from several feet away.

  • Create a clear hierarchy: make your main headline or message the most prominent element on the page.
  • Keep important text readable: use sufficiently large type and avoid overly complex font combinations.
  • Use strong visual contrast: ensure text remains easy to distinguish from the background.
  • Choose high-resolution images: photographs and graphics should have enough detail for the selected poster dimensions.
  • Avoid overcrowding: large posters usually work best when the viewer can understand the main message quickly.
  • Consider viewing conditions: glossy materials can emphasize photography and color, while matte materials help reduce glare.
  • Choose the right orientation: adapt vertical or horizontal layouts to both your design and the available display space.

For advertising posters, prioritize the information people need to understand first: your main message, brand, offer, event, product, or call to action. Supporting details can then be arranged around these primary elements.

Other Poster Printing Options

Different projects require different types of posters. Explore the complete poster printing range from Pixartprinting to find the format and material that best suit your display.

  • Outdoor Posters – explore poster solutions designed specifically for outdoor display.
  • Custom Indoor Posters – create personalized paper posters for indoor advertising, events, decoration, and promotions.
  • Mounted Posters – choose a rigid poster option for presentations, exhibitions, retail displays, and signage.
  • Poster Signs – discover lightweight display solutions for promotional and informational graphics.

FAQ About Large Poster Printing

  • Where can I print large posters? You can print large posters online with Pixartprinting. Choose from sizes ranging from 11" x 17" to 36" x 48", select your preferred paper or polypropylene material, choose a vertical or horizontal orientation, and upload your artwork directly online. Depending on the configuration, you can order from just one copy or choose larger quantities for campaigns and events.
  • How do I print large posters with Pixartprinting? To print custom large posters, configure your product by selecting the size, orientation, material, and quantity. You can then upload your own print-ready artwork or create a design using Pixartprinting's free online editor. Once your configuration is complete, review the available options and place your order online.
  • Which material should I choose for large posters? The best material depends on how and where you plan to display your poster. Premium Glossy Paper is a strong choice for photos and vivid graphics, while Semi-Gloss Paper offers bright colors with less reflection. Premium Matte Paper provides a glare-free, professional appearance that works well in storefronts and indoor displays. For applications where tear and water resistance are important, 10 pt Matte Polypropylene Foil may be the more suitable choice.
  • Can I order a single large poster? Yes. Pixartprinting's large poster printing service is available from just one copy for many configurations. This makes it suitable for one-off displays, photography, presentations, events, tests, or individual promotional projects as well as larger production runs.
  • Can I order large posters in bulk? Yes. You can also order larger quantities for advertising campaigns, events, retail promotions, exhibitions, and other commercial applications. Select the quantity required in the online configurator to see the options available for your chosen size and material.
  • Are large format posters printed on both sides? No. These large format posters are printed on the front side only. This makes them suitable for wall-mounted displays, poster frames, windows, promotional areas, event spaces, and other locations where the design is viewed primarily from one direction.
  • How much does it cost to print a large poster? The cost of large poster printing depends on the configuration you select, including the poster size, material, quantity, and other available order options. To see the price for your project, choose your specifications in the Pixartprinting online configurator. The price will update according to the selected configuration, allowing you to compare the available options before ordering.