Photo canvas is made by printing a photograph or a scan of higher resolution on to a canvas
. Large numbers of people are turning to it as a good alternative for the conventional form of printing. It has a very long life of hundred years so more and more people are turning to it to record their cherished memories. It is also being used to preserve old memories or even the greatest art works. Some of the master pieces are now available as photo canvas. The digital printing technology developed has many uses. The artists now can make replicas of their works and sell it to more buyers. Printing can be done only after an order is placed by a customer. It found commercial use in the form of sign boards or in trade shows. Advertisements are printed on them to last long. Printing is itself a good business opportunity.