3M Reflective Vinyl created the First Lightsaber Glow in Star Wars
Before CGI transformed visual effects, Star Wars (1977) relied on ingenuity, in-camera tricks, and unconventional materials. Among the most iconic was the glowing lightsaber, first…
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Blog: Unlocking the Full Potential of Lamination in Print and Signage
Traditionally, lamination has been seen as something that printers and sign-makers have had to do to protect printed work. This could be something as simple as ensuring…
PUMA Logo – Did you know?
In the early 1980s, Puma hired the well-known graphic designer Otl Aicher to create a new visual identity for the 1984 Olympics. He designed a…
Art or science? How to avoid the most common mistakes in lamination
While not required in every application, lamination is one of the most widely used techniques to not only protect printed work but also add that…
On the surface – the difference between first and second surface in window graphics
Many professionals will be familiar with the concept of window graphics, given the explosion of popularity of these applications in recent years. What may not…
The future of print is finishing and efficiency
Investment in a printer is only part of the challenge for print service providers. Let’s face it; anyone can plough money into a new printer,…
Racing ahead in vehicle wrapping with HP Latex technology
Vehicle wrapping has emerged as one of the stand-out growth areas of recent times, with those in the market taking full advantage of increasing demand…
Netflix: Stranger Things Season 5, a Creative Twist with AI-Driven Street Art Concepts
Netflix recently caused a stir in London with a chilling street campaign for Stranger Things, setting the tone perfectly for the upcoming fifth season. Among…
Avoiding heat-related issues when installing and maintaining window graphics.
There is no doubt over the many benefits that window graphics can offer. Be it promoting a business to passers-by on the street outside or…
Digital Wallpaper Printing and Sustainable Solutions for Eco-Conscious Designers
In the ever-evolving world of interior design, digital wallpaper printing has emerged as a game-changer. This innovative approach allows for limitless creativity, enabling designers to…
Is It Time To End Plastiphobia?
Not all plastic is bad, and sometimes it’s the right, best or only option. The key, according to Antalis’ Product Manager for Rigid Media, Paul…
‘Easy to apply, bubble-free graphics.’ What does this actually mean?
Keeping bubbles out of signage and print applications is key to the success of a project. After all, there is little worse than producing a…