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History

Gutenberg! The Musical!

“Gutenberg! The Musical!” is an inventive and comedic stage production that stands out for its unique approach to musical theater. Written by Scott Brown and Anthony King, the musical premiered off-Broadway in 2006 and quickly…
Business

Earth Day 2024 Computer Recycling Reminder

In celebration of Earth Day 2024, it’s time to consider the environmental impact of our technological footprint and take responsible actions towards recycling our old electronics. Disposing of gadgets like computers and printers not only…
EZ Business Graphics

EZ Business Graphics: Quick Reference Guide for Business Visuals

EZ Business Graphics is a quick reference book by Briyan Frederick, compiled from his experience as business-oriented graphic arts professional for over 35 years. It’s a coil bound book with tabbed sections, meant to be…
Finishing, Offset Printing

Designer’s Guide For Preparing Files For Items Incorporating Embossing, Foil Stamping, Offset, etc.

Creating a card that incorporates embossed elements, foil stamping, and offset printing requires careful planning and precise specification of colors to ensure the final product meets your design intentions. Each of these techniques can add…
Signage

Square Footage Pricing For Large Format Rigid Substrates

Pricing products in a print management system like PrintSmith Vision involves setting up your pricing models according to the specific requirements of the items you’re producing, such as rigid substrates. When you’re dealing with large…
Social Media

Thinking About a Possible TikTok Ban

As the possibility of a TikTok ban in the United States gains traction, brands that have heavily invested in the platform are considering their next moves. This development comes in the wake of a bill…
Business

The ASBN Small Business Network

The ASBN Small Business Network emerges as a pivotal online platform dedicated to supporting the backbone of the economy – small businesses. By offering a wealth of information and resources tailored specifically for small business…
Branding

Strategically Communicating Through Music: The Mastermind of the Taylor Swift Brand

In an innovative move that bridges pop culture with academia, the University of Miami is gearing up to introduce a unique course this fall centered around the business and branding strategies of Taylor Swift. The…
Graphic Design

Canva Acquires Affinity Suite

In a significant move that intensifies competition within the design software industry, Canva has acquired Serif’s Affinity suite, marking a direct challenge to Adobe’s stronghold over creative software solutions. The acquisition includes Affinity Photo, Designer,…
Book Reviews

Book Review: Meet the Lithographer by Gabby Bazin

“Meet the Lithographer,” penned by Gaby Bazin and released by David Zwirner Books, is an engaging hardcover picture book that delves into the captivating world of lithography. This book, aimed at children aged 4 to…
Traditions

An Introduction to Block Printing

Block printing is an ancient art form that has been practiced for centuries, originating in East Asia and China. It’s a technique for printing text, images, or patterns and has been widely adopted throughout various…
Material

What Is Paper Grain?

Paper grain refers to the direction in which the majority of the cellulose fibers in paper are aligned. During the papermaking process, the fibers tend to align in one direction in the production line. This…
History

The Wright Brothers’ Printing Press

The Wright Brothers, Orville and Wilbur, are famous for their monumental contribution to aviation as the inventors of the first successful airplane. However, before they took to the skies, they were printers by trade. The…
History

Traite theorique et praktique de l’art du relieur

This photo is from the book “Traite theorique et praktique de l’art du relieur” published in 1890. As indicated by the title, this book is a theoretical and practical treatise on the art of bookbinding.…
Offset Printing

The Timeless Allure of Ink and Printing: A Journey from Silly Putty to Modern Day Techniques

There’s something incredibly captivating about the world of printing. It’s a realm where the tactile nature of materials, the scent of ink, and the hum of machinery all combine to create a sensory experience that’s…