Have you ever received a business card at a networking event that had a sort of a glossy, raised element on the design, or perhaps an invitation that contained the bride and groom’s names with a gold foil finish? You’ve probably wondered how either type of finish is achieved, and perhaps even wondered how complicated […]
Category: Design Studio
The Essential Dos and Dont’s to Creating the Perfect Business Card
Never underestimate the power of a business card. When you have something as compact and memorable as this piece of card stock, it’s important to measure its value based on how it’s designed, and what information is included on it. Many of us have personally received some poorly crafted cards and can tell you that […]
NEW Products Added to Design Services!
Graphic design makes the world go round. Advertisers rely heavily on aesthetics to capture people’s attention. Imagine if every single billboard or sign was written in a simple text font, like Arial, Times New Roman, or Comic Sans (yikes!) with no artistic element involved. For one, there would be no distinction between ads and promotions other than […]
RGB vs CMYK Color Modes – A Stress-Free Guide
You’ve created or chosen the perfect design, everything should be ready for print, right? Not exactly. It all begins with setting the correct color mode for your design. This depends on which medium you intend on using your design for: digital or print. There are two main color modes you need to know about before completing your final product, […]
Trim/Bleed/Safety Zone Tutorial Every Print Job Needs
The number one concern about undergoing a printing project is your design not looking exactly how you envision it. If you’re not a design expert, which most of us aren’t, there are some small but very important details that we tend to not only overlook, but misunderstand. Some of those smaller details you can’t miss […]
15 Simple Business Card Fonts Commonly Used by the Pros
Font choice is one of the most critical design elements that reflects the craftsmanship of the designer involved in any design project. Choosing a font is not just about font size, color or legibility. Instead, the font sets the tone for the entire business card. The right font clearly shares your message while fitting in […]
Top Tips for Professional Business Cards
Creating professional business cards can sometimes be a daunting task, especially for those who do not possess a high level of creative prowess. You know what you like when you see it, however you may not always know how to get to that place. Since your business card is typically the first and most important […]
A Few Simple Ways to Make Your Business Card Stand Out
Most of us learn that you never get a second chance to make a good first impression. This statement still holds true today, both in our personal lives, as well as our professional ones. Whether you’ve attended a networking event, business meeting, conference or countless other professional settings, chances are you’ve given out or received […]
Paper, The Way We See It
Paper can be such a simple thing, but then again, at GotPrint, paper is kind of a big deal. It’s why we have such a wide selection of different paper stocks for our customers to choose from. From glossy to dull, recycled (we try to be eco-friendly when we can!) to uncoated, we love it […]