July 10th, 2018
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Two of my print brokering clients came to me with similar questions/problems this week. Both are producing print books, but the issues in question would be equally relevant whether they were producing catalogs, magazines, or any other multi-signature custom printing jobs. Read the rest of this entry »
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July 5th, 2018
Posted in Digital Printing | 4 Comments »
I received a press release from a colleague and friend this week about new developments at Ricoh in production-level digital inkjet printing. I found this intriguing. It doesn’t feel like it was that long ago that an inkjet printer sat on my desk and printed somewhat muddy colors on uncoated laser paper. The product was good enough for a color mock up. It would help me visualize the final printed results of a job if I used a little imagination. I didn’t need, or expect, much more. Read the rest of this entry »
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July 2nd, 2018
Posted in Label Printing | Comments Off on Commercial Printing: Epson’s Label Printing Presses
I receive a lot of promotional mail from Epson, the maker of inkjet printers. Over the years I have consistently checked the box on the return mailer asking for samples. I can’t tell you how much I have learned from studying these samples close up with my loupe as well as reading the accompanying sales literature. Read the rest of this entry »
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June 25th, 2018
Posted in Inks | Comments Off on Custom Printing: Printing Ink, and Food
You might assume that all commercial printing ink is the same. In fact, both the composition and use of printing ink involve a lot of nuances.
For now, let’s start with two general rules to keep in mind. Printing inks differ depending on the equipment in which they will be used and on the intended use of the printed product. Read the rest of this entry »
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June 19th, 2018
Posted in Book Printing | Comments Off on Book Printing: Saving a Design Job in Mid-Flight
A client of mine works at a university. She teaches creative writing, and she wants to produce a 100-page, 6” x 9”, perfect bound book. She needs only 40 copies. I have mentioned her in prior blog articles, but, up until now, what she has needed has been only help with commercial printing knowledge and project management skills. Read the rest of this entry »
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June 13th, 2018
Posted in Book Printing, Hardcover Book Printing | Comments Off on Book Printing: A Bold and Unusual Print Book Design
Since my fiancee and I do art therapy work with the autistic, among our other gigs, we’re always looking for new art projects, and the best way to get new ideas is to page through print books of paintings and collages by the masters. So in our travels to the local thrift stores, we always keep our eyes open for good art books. Read the rest of this entry »
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June 6th, 2018
Posted in Book Printing | Comments Off on Book Printing Design Before the Ink Even Hits the Paper
My fiancee picked up two art print books at the thrift store this week to get ideas for future art therapy projects for our autistic students. When I looked closely at them I noticed a few differences in their design and materials. I thought this would be a good way for me to discuss a few elements of book design that will make your print books look especially sharp. Read the rest of this entry »
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May 29th, 2018
Posted in Book Printing | Comments Off on Book Printing: What to Look for in Digital Print Bids
A new potential client just requested pricing for a 220-page print book with a press run of 30 copies. It is 6” x 9”, perfect bound, printed on 60# white offset text stock with a 12pt. C1S cover, black ink inside (without bleeds) and 4-color process ink on the front and back cover. Read the rest of this entry »
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May 22nd, 2018
Posted in Digital Finishing | Comments Off on Custom Printing: The Euclid IIIC Digital Cutter/Creaser
A colleague and friend sent me a press release this week for the Highcon Euclid IIIC, a digital cutting and creasing machine that accepts thick enough stock to be used for folding cartons and even fluted, corrugated stock. Read the rest of this entry »
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May 16th, 2018
Posted in Packaging | Comments Off on Commercial Printing: A Spectacular DVD Package Design
Seeing a sample of quality design and commercial printing can be a moving experience. I know this is just custom printing, and I shouldn’t get carried away, but I recently saw a video box at my fiancee’s mother’s house that was simply in a class by itself. I thought it might be of interest to you from both a design and a production standpoint. Read the rest of this entry »
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