By Jewlissa Frickey, writer, PostPress Marked with the words, “One Country, One Constitution, One Destiny” on the bottom of the poster, the sixth print in the US Landmark series by Baugh Graphic Finishing House was brought together by the US Capitol. “We wanted to produce the next poster in our series to highlight a sculptured emboss image as the main finishing technique … [Read more...] about One Country, One Constitution, One Amazing Design
Foil Stamping
Velvet Stock, Foil-Embossed Label Helps Wine Bottle Shine
By Erin La Row, editor, PostPress The folks at Multi-Color Corporation North America (MCC) know labels. They’ve been helping clients build their brands through premium label solutions for more than 100 years. The company’s vision is to have global leadership in premium label solutions. And with more than 13,000 employees and 109 label producing operations in over 26 countries, … [Read more...] about Velvet Stock, Foil-Embossed Label Helps Wine Bottle Shine
All You Need is Love – Playing Card Box Befitting of Music Icons
By Erin La Row, writer, PostPress theory11’s special edition The Beatles playing cards and box set, made in collaboration with The Beatles, pays tribute to a band that has shaped the world’s music scene for decades – nearly 60 years after Beatlemania hit US shores. The individual card boxes represent the iconic Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band marching band uniforms worn … [Read more...] about All You Need is Love – Playing Card Box Befitting of Music Icons
Troubleshooting Foil Stamping Challenges on Press
By Liz Stevens, writer, PostPress FSEA Executive Director Jeff Peterson recently queried a trio of industry experts about foil stamping and embossing challenges, including working with paper stocks, coatings, digital printing and more. Bertrand Hayoz, Bobst; Andy Dvorsky, Dvorsky Press Services and Sean Hurley, MCD, answered questions and offered advice for finetuning … [Read more...] about Troubleshooting Foil Stamping Challenges on Press
7 Hottest Print Design Trends
By Sabine Lenz, PaperSpecs Each year, a handful of printing and finishing techniques set the industry on fire, transforming the way designers create their work, spread their message and even the way they think. If you’re looking for a way to help your clients jumpstart their creativity while giving you a competitive edge, you really can’t afford to dismiss … [Read more...] about 7 Hottest Print Design Trends
UV Enhances Print Project
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
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