Upsizing Images

[Shelley]

What is the best method of upsizing an image? I wish to crop the image as well.

What is the limit of upsizing in percentages - one method I found was in increments of 10% and bicubic smoother.

It is for printing purposes for a client.

I wish to print online, so therefore i have to prepare for print - it is quite daunting.

Appreciate any comments or pointers, particularly any tutorials that I could have access to.

[ricktas]

See if you can get a copy of perfect resize (ononesoftware). It used to be called genuine fractals and is (IMO) the best software for upsizing a photo.

In Photoshop, Scott Kelby recommends using the Image>Size menu and choosing bicubic sharper from the drop down menu, even though when you click it it says bicubic sharper is best for reductions. I have used this method a couple of times and it has worked well, but Perfect Resize is the best way to go.

[Shelley]

Thanks Rick, that is very helpful.

[Shelley]

Looks perfect, downloading a trial of the standalone and will purchase if it does the job.

If you guys recommend it, then that is enough for me.