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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 cultures due to its versatile nature and the unique results it can produce. What is Block Printing? At its core,…
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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 direction is the grain. There are two types of grain directions: The grain direction can impact several properties of the…
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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 photo showcases a vintage printing press, a significant piece of equipment in the printing business that the Wright brothers were…
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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. The image itself appears to be a detailed illustration or diagram related to the craft of bookbinding.
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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 hard to replicate in the digital world. This enduring fascination is evident in the wide array of experiences shared by…
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AlphaGraphics
AlphaGraphics West Valley City is a premier local marketing and printing company based in Utah. Conveniently located at 2189 South 3200 West, West Valley City, Utah 84119, AlphaGraphics offers a broad range of services including custom printing, signage, and comprehensive marketing solutions. Their team of experts are dedicated to delivering high-quality products whether you have…
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Domtar Paper
Domtar has a paper resource subdomain that has a lot of content goodness of interest to lovers of print and design.
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The Professional’s Guide to Ensuring Brand Color Consistency
This comprehensive guide is designed to help professionals understand the importance of maintaining color consistency across their brand elements. It provides insightful tips and techniques to ensure that your brand’s colors remain consistent, whether they are displayed digitally or printed. From understanding color theory to implementing color management systems, this guide is packed with useful…
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Mastering the Printshop: Understanding Gripper Margins
The gripper is an essential component of a printing press, used to hold the paper as it moves through the machine. The term “gripper margin” or “gripper edge” refers to the area of the paper that is held by the gripper during the printing process. This area cannot be printed on because it is where…
The Joy Of Print is a blog by print industry veteran Briyan Frederick Baker (that’s me). I share ideas, tips, branding insights and DiY craft.
