By Lara Copeland, writer, PostPress Performing print finishing services, Feiereisen, Inc., is a family-owned business with headquarters in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. In business since 1933, the nationwide provider recently created a custom-designed, diecut pocket folder with a series of single, two-sided inserts, titled Finish With Style, to promote itself as a graphic arts finisher. … [Read more...] about UV Enhances Print Project
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Special Sales Gala Invitation Draws Rave Reviews
By Jeff Peterson, executive director, FSEA Goya Foods, Inc., headquartered in Secaucus, New Jersey, is the largest Hispanic-owned food company in the United States and the premier source for authentic Latin cuisine. Goya provides consumers with over 2,500 food products from the Caribbean, Mexico, Spain, Central and South America. Each year, a Sales Gala is included as part … [Read more...] about Special Sales Gala Invitation Draws Rave Reviews
Capturing Creativity with Konica Minolta’s Extreme Digital Guide
By Jewlissa Frickey, writer, PostPress “The ongoing renaissance of print is driven by the desire to create a touchpoint in an increasingly touchless world,” said Print Panther in the Konica Minolta Extreme Digital Guide. “Power in print is evolving, materializing into an all-encompassing medium that is able to captivate and inspire. Print, as it is today, is rekindling the … [Read more...] about Capturing Creativity with Konica Minolta’s Extreme Digital Guide
Working Through Challenges with Today’s Paper Stocks and Coatings
Compiled by PostPress Staff Paper stocks and coatings usually are the culprits of potential challenges with foil stamping and embossing. Foil and/or embossing can be a smooth process when the proper stocks and coatings are used, but when there is not communication about the selection of stocks and coatings to match the foiling and/or embossing, roadblocks can … [Read more...] about Working Through Challenges with Today’s Paper Stocks and Coatings
Foil & Emboss Elevate Mandala Art
By Lara Copeland, writer, PostPress A ritual symbol used in a variety of traditions dating back thousands of years, the mandala, in its most basic form, is a geometric configuration of symbols. Given their vibrant appearance and roots in meditation, it is no surprise mandalas have entered into pop culture – especially in adult coloring books, which have been touted as tools to … [Read more...] about Foil & Emboss Elevate Mandala Art
Art and Paperboard – Metsä Board Showcases Specialty Techniques
By Brittany Willes, editor, PostPress “There is an increased need for printed educational materials,” remarked Marko Leiviskä, graphic packaging designer for Metsä Board, Espoo, Finland. “The younger generation of designers is focusing more on electronic media formats. Printing and converting is a world of its own where designers can have a greater role in creating something … [Read more...] about Art and Paperboard – Metsä Board Showcases Specialty Techniques
Elegant Packaging for “Breaking Bad” Remembrance
By Lara Copeland, contributing writer, PostPress What do a motorcycle club and a premier print consultancy and production firm have in common? They were both founded by the talented and creative David Drucker. In addition to orchestrating motorcycle rides to honor veterans and POWs, and delivering two pieces of steel from the World Trade Center to the Marine Museum in … [Read more...] about Elegant Packaging for “Breaking Bad” Remembrance
All Wrapped Up – Tru-Cut Christmas Box Creates Holiday Magic
By Brittany Willes, editor, PostPress “It’s a yearly tradition at Tru-Cut to do an end-of-year promotional piece that we can give to our customers,” remarked Sales Manager Andy Archuleta. “It’s something that we all get excited about because it gives us a chance to really show off our talents.” In 2019, the company decided to go all out on its end-of-year piece, wanting to … [Read more...] about All Wrapped Up – Tru-Cut Christmas Box Creates Holiday Magic
Celebrating in Style – SpongeBob Turns 20
By Brittany Willes, editor, PostPress “Who lives in a pineapple under the sea?” – SpongeBob SquarePants Theme Song Few people could hear the iconic opening line to one of Nickelodeon’s most well-known shows and not immediately feel the urge to shout “SpongeBob SquarePants!” while singing along with rest of the song. First aired in 1997, the show boasts an impressive record as … [Read more...] about Celebrating in Style – SpongeBob Turns 20
Foil Innovation Catches the Eye for Added Value Brand Packaging
By Lara Copeland, contributing editor PostPress The visual appearance of a package is critically important to a product’s success and lasting shelf appeal. The packaging itself offers the brand owner the last opportunity to convey important messaging to discerning consumers and influence their purchase. Through the use of special effects beyond printing, the look of the … [Read more...] about Foil Innovation Catches the Eye for Added Value Brand Packaging