Luma Vue

Luma Vue with Mid-South Color Labs Mid-South Color Labs, Inc., is pleased to be the national distributor of Luma Vue Panels for the photographic market. From this site you can learn more details and place your order for panels and graphics.

Note: This product is no longer available from the manufacturer and will be phased out as supplies are exhausted. We will continue to print replacement images.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the exact specifications of Luma Vue panels?

Luma Vue Crystal Panel Specifications

Size (Inches)	Overall Panel Size	Image Size	Safe Image Area	Weight (Pounds)
11×14	14.25 x 17.25	11 x 14	10.5 x 13.5	5
16×20	20 x 24	16 x 20	15.5 x 19.5	8
18×24	22 x 28	18 x 24	17.5 x 23.5	9
20×24	24 x 28	20 x 24	19.5 x 23.5	13
20×30	24.375 x 34.375	20 x 30	19.5 x 29.5	16
24×30	29 x 35	24 x 30	23.5 x 29.5	19
24×36	28.25 x 40.25	24 x 36	23.5 x 35.5	23
30×30	34.25 x 34.25	30 x 30	29.5 x 29.5	28
30×40	36×46	30 x 40	29.5 x 39.5	34

What material are the images printed on?

Images are printed on a photographic transparency material designed specifically for back lighting. Regular photographic paper prints will not work. We use Fuji Fujitrans and Kodak Duratrans, which have a photographic emulsion on an acetate base. This material provides long life, brilliant colors and rich black tones.

Do you color adjust my file?

Yes, unless you tell us to print as is. You have this option on the image upload form. We generally adjust color, density and saturation for the best look on the Luma Vue panel. We are highly color managed and if your monitor is properly profiled, you may submit without adjustment and your image should look very close to your monitor.

What layout should I use?

Feel free to be creative and use any layout you want. You may use an image only or images and text. If you use text or logos, please keep them at least ½” from all edges to make sure they are not covered by the black border. Black and white images also look very good.

What file type and size should I send?

You may save your files as .tif or .jpg. PDF files are accepted, but not recommended as we first have to convert them to an image format for printing. You may send files of any size but there is no need to increase the resolution as we will do this as we print. Our online file upload system limits the upload to a total of 70 MB per transfer.

How do I change images in the panel?

You can quickly and easily change images by following the Media Installation Instructions in this attachment: Click Here

How do I hang or display my panel?

The easiest way to display is on an easel. However, you can also hang by a wire or mount directly to the wall. Instructions for hanging are covered in the attachment: Click Here

How do I order and get my file to you?

When you use our online ordering system, you first place the order and pay through PayPal, either by credit card or your PayPal account. You will then be directed to a link to upload your image(s) directly to our servers. If you have several very large files, please contact us for FTP information.

What Our Customers Say

A big “Thank You”

A big “Thank You” to the inventor of the Luma Vue panel. The first time I laid eyes on this product at the PPA Imaging convention a couple of years ago, I knew what a powerful piece this was going to be for me. This product has made a huge impact on our studio marketing. I have used this product in our off-site displays as well as at auctions and it has made a big difference in getting attention for us. I can not imagine NOT having a Luma Vue panel in my arsenal for advertising. Thank you Mid-South for seeing that this product is available to our industry as well as all your work to bring the finest in lab printing services to our industry.

–William Branson, III, Durham, NC

Finding Your X Factor

When I talk about finding your X-factor, its about finding those unique products and services that allow your business to stand out from the crowd. We use Luma Vue panels to create a signature look and feel for our studio. In addition, we love using the Luma Vue frames for our reception events where we showcase an engagement picture for our couples at their reception. It blows people’s minds!!

–Sal Cincotta, St. Louis, MO

Most Powerful Tool

The Luma Vue panel is the most powerful tool in our marketing toolbox during an auction or fundraiser. This unique beautiful display lit in a dark room filled with potential clients draws them in like a “Bug Zapper”!

~ Gregory Daniel, Titusville, FL

First Class Attention Getters

Our studio uses Luma Vue Panels in two distinct ways. First they are real “first class attention getters” in our mall displays, and secondly several of our clients want to do similar type displays in their own offices or businesses and we sell both the print and panel to them. We can always count on Mid-South Color Labs to deliver both.

–Kent Smith, Pickerington, OH

Overwhelmingly Positive

Thanks for getting the Luma Vues out in a very timely fashion. As you know, we used four of the panels in our booth for the Home Show this past weekend. We displayed three portraits and used the fourth one as a sign. We placed the Luma Vue portraits on the outside of the booth in the hopes that they would draw people in. I would say they were a success in that regard as we had great booth attendance. The only downside was all the “fauxtophraphers” wanted to know where we got them and how much they cost!

So far the response had been overwhelmingly positive to the Luma Vues and we look forward to using them in different venues this coming year.

–Brad Cansler, Chattanooga, TN

LumaVues Are Stunning

The 30×40 LumaVues are stunning in the exhibit. Dirk and the Mid-South crew have been working with me on this since April, and it’s really satisfying to see the complete installation. The panels are exquisitely finished, and every image was perfectly printed. It is sometimes hard to get a properly printed B&W, but the transparency material allows for a much greater tonal range than a print, so there is complete detail in even the darkest shadows. Thanks again, Dirk, for helping to create a spectacular set of images!

–John Hartman, Stevens Point, WI

About Luma Vue

The Crystal Panel keeps all eyes focused on your display. With clean lines and a modern design, the Crystal Panel blends flawlessly with its surroundings, keeping the focus right where you want it…on your image, product, or message.

Cut through the clutter and bulk of traditional framing and display systems. Ultra-slim, lightweight and shockproof, this LED-light panel creates a positively crystal-clear view of artwork or messaging of any kind.

It’s made of durable plexi-glass, and an easy to use bolt system allows for quick and simple artwork changes, giving you the freedom to update your display as often as you like.

And, energy-efficient LED technology evenly illuminates while keeping your energy costs down! Display products, images, advertisements, photography, artwork and more in a sustainable, attractive and captivating way.