Archive: Jan 2017

January 24, 2017

Gloss and dull lamination

We do a lot of book covers using dull lamination because it has a really nice feel, and no glare. However, gloss lamination really enhances the colors and has a beautiful rich look – especially over darker colors. This photo shows the same press sheet with nylon gloss lamination (top)… Read More

Categories: Miscellaneous , Print Talk

January 3, 2017

Komori G40 up and running ….

Our new Komori is now printing beautiful work. The UV ink gamut is greater and as the sheets are dry when they reach the delivery, the press is far more efficient. The most striking difference is the exceptional results on uncoated paper. The richness and depth of images rival… Read More

Categories: Around the Shop , Homepage , Shop News

January 2, 2017

Edge staining

This is a sample test of edge staining done for us by New Hampshire Bindery. The book block is sprayed with dye; once dry it is cased into the covers. Read More

Categories: Miscellaneous , Print Talk

January 1, 2017

The Decoy as Art

CLIENT: Museum of American Bird Art DESIGN: Suokko Art + Design… Read More

Categories: Fine Art / Photography , Our Work