7 Lessons Web Designers Can Learn from Print
I should begin by stamping out any suspicions that this article in any way presents one profession or design medium over another. As both a print and web designer, I’m familiar with the strengths and weaknesses of each as well as the challenges faced by designers in both industries. I am not making any type […]
New Vodka Has a Programmable LED Label
Earlier this month Medea Vodka released a new concept in product labels – a programmable LED label. Even though this venerable Dutch distiller has been around since the 18th century they are very much breaking new ground here in the 21st century. The LED label has six pre-programmed messages but you can also program your […]
IMPIKA to unveil the iEngine 1000 at IPEX
Visitors to IPEX 2010 will have an opportunity to preview the technological, graphical and economic advantages of the latest addition to the IMPIKA line of digital print engines: the iEngine 1000. The unique and innovative iEngine 1000 design is the direct result of IMPIKA’s longstanding mastery of inkjet technology. The simple, flexible and compact iEngine […]
Reminder: ‘Basic Techniques Still Work’
or printers who are struggling to reinvent themselves amid a still-challenging economy, Budco’s Jeff Sierra offered a reminder last week that basic techniques can still be effective. The context: a question from the audience at our panel presentation at the On Demand Conference and Exposition in Philadelphia about a successful direct mail campaign Budco ran […]
Ipex 2010 Exhibition – See how much further you can take your business – Business Leap Competition
Key to the survival and growth of any business is the development of a clear vision for the future. To help printers and entrepreneurs realise this and develop profitable businesses of their own, Canon is launching an exciting pan-European competition with total prize value exceeding 100 000 Euros. First prize is a fully configured, light […]
Apple CMYK display design could be boon for print production
Graphic designers and photographers know the pain of translating RGB image information on screen into CMYK print on paper. Even with the best understanding of the alchemy of color management, RGB displays and CMYK printing processes simply cannot recreate the same hues and intensities of every color. Apple has filed for a patent on an […]
15 Insanely Awesome Toolkits for Icon Designers
Icon is a visual anchor which helps us to navigate through the interface. Icon design is the process of designing a graphic symbol that represents some real, fantasy or abstract motive, entity or action. Icon designs may be of many designs and can be simple with 2d drawing or a black silhouette, or complex presenting […]
Webinar – Making Your Move to Digital a Success
Making Your Move to Digital a Success July 22, 2010 2:00 PM EST $49 for Printing Industries of America Members $99 for Non-Members Webinar Overview Digital printing continues to grow and as a traditional printer, your business plan now includes an investment in a production level digital press. This session will help you to become familiar […]
Xerox Geared Up to Support Print Providers at On Demand
Debuts New Digital Color Production Systems, Leads Industry Discussions on Growth Strategies and Offers Extensive Networking and Learning Opportunities PHILADELPHIA, April 20, 2010 – Primed to help graphic communications providers identify new revenue opportunities, Xerox Corporation (NYSE: XRX) brings digital color technology, business-generating tools and educational seminars to On Demand. The company also will debut […]
HP launches first 3D printer
HP has launched its first 3D printer, which forms part of the Designjet range. Targeting the mechanical computer aided design (MCAD), education and medical markets, the Designjet 3D range consists of two machines, the 3D printer and the Color 3D printer, which can produce larger models and offers a choice of coloured plastics. “This is […]
35 Tutorials To Get Your Awesome Design Print-Ready
Print design is everywhere around us. You can see it everyday on newspapers, advertisements, brochures, business cards, T-shirt designs, posters. But you need some skills to create good looking, catchy print design and usually it’s not an easy task. In this article you’re going to find some useful tutorials working with print products on Photoshop, […]
FESPA Wrap Cup
The FESPA Wrap Cup 2010 At the FESPA 2010, 22-25 June 2010, Munich, Germany One of the most exciting satellite events at FESPA 2010 will be the FESPA Wrap Cup. Visit us in Hall B3 of the Messe Munich The Competition 64 highly skilled vehicle wrappers from Europe will compete for the title and trophy […]