In answer to the first question, Mpix doesn't offer glossy finish prints but you should be able to change your album paper from E surface to metallic if that is too your liking.
Trailwood:This is totally unrelated, but i'm new to this forum and can't figure out how to post a new thread... Could someone help me out?? Thanks!
Go to the section in which you want to start a new thread and click "write a new post". Here's a visual aid:
