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Feb 17, 2023

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Steve is the president of Citypress and brings a wealth of knowledge from the printing industry to readers, helping them make more informed decisions in an ever changing printing space.

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Jun 28, 20245 min
Direct Mail vs Email Marketing
As a business operating in today’s digital age, you have a spectrum of marketing channels at your disposal. Two strong contenders, direct...

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Jun 28, 20244 min
Giclee Printing vs Inkjet
With the number of printing techniques in our dynamic world of print production, it can be difficult to grasp the differences in each...

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May 28, 20245 min
Rotary Printing vs Screen Printing
Looking to achieve bold colors and vibrant designs for your project? In printing, this is possible through two prominent techniques. But...

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May 27, 20246 min
Do Postcards Work for Marketing?
In today’s digital age, digital marketing has undeniably taken the forefront. The advanced technology and sophisticated new tools enable...

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May 27, 20243 min
What Type of Printer Is Used for Giclee Printing?
Giclee printing is a process of creating high-quality fine art prints and has quickly become a favorite among photographers and artists....

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May 27, 20243 min
What Is the Best Paper for Digital Printing?
Paper choice is an important factor in printing since it determines how you want your finished product to look. When it comes to digital...

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May 22, 20244 min
How to Scan Art for Prints
Besides honing their craft and producing art, artists earn a living through their art. This most often takes form in art prints. So, if...

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May 2, 20244 min
What Is Imposition in Printing?
Have you ever wondered how the pages in a freshly printed booklet or magazine are ordered? It is all in the printing secret known as...

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May 2, 20244 min
What Is Variable Data Printing?
In the printing industry, more specifically, commercial printing innovation is critical to streamlining processes and staying ahead of...

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Apr 30, 20245 min
What Is Paper Stock?
Have you ever wondered what makes a brochure appear luxurious or a business card striking? Maybe you have been impressed by the texture...

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Apr 30, 20244 min
What Is Lamination in Printing?
In the printing industry, we use different printing techniques and finishing methods to achieve different effects. One such popular...

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Apr 30, 20243 min
What Does RIP Mean in Printing?
The quality of your prints greatly depends on the hardware and software the printing company uses. When browsing different offers, you...

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Mar 25, 20244 min
Commercial vs Desktop Printer
In the digital age, printers play a significant role in personal and professional settings. Whether you need to print documents, images,...

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Mar 25, 20244 min
What Is PostScript Printing?
In the commercial printing industry, various printing methods and technologies are available. One of the terms you may have encountered...

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Mar 22, 20245 min
Digital Printer vs Laser Printer
Printers play a significant role in both professional and personal settings, used for bringing digital content to life. Among the wide...

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Mar 22, 20245 min
Benefits of Direct Mail
Direct mail is one of the effective marketing strategies used by businesses coming from different industries. We want you to make the...

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Mar 22, 20245 min
How Are Comic Books Printed
The evolution of comic book printing has reached a lot of milestones since its beginning, from being limited to ineffective printing to...

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Feb 29, 20246 min
Types of Print Finishing
Visual engagement and communication are vital for any organization beyond mere aesthetics. A well-rounded strategic print marketing plan...

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Feb 29, 20244 min
Most Effective Direct Mail Format
When you create the marketing strategy for your business, we advise you to include a direct mail format. Choosing the most effective...

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Feb 29, 20243 min
What Material Are Book Covers Made Of?
The history of books is extensive and spans thousands of years. Through the lifespan of books as a human tool and resource, they have...

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Feb 28, 20244 min
What Is CMYK?
If you have ever printed anything with a commercial printing service, you’ve probably heard the term CMYK. But what is CMYK? From...

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Feb 28, 20243 min
Do Giclee Prints Fade?
Giclee prints are often used to reproduce fine art. These quality prints are becoming a huge hit because they are extremely detailed....

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Jan 31, 20245 min
How to Print a Magazine
With years of experience in printing, the art of magazine printing remains a fascinating and intricate post. The two main points that...

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Jan 31, 20244 min
What Is Halftone Printing?
Pictures in newspapers, comics, and magazines used the halftone technique for images in the press. The technique proved effective and...

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