The scanned image needs help even after scanning. The eraser marks, pencil marks, finger prints, and the actual paper have to be deleted. Even if we only wanted the scanned image as is.
This FIRST step is producing the artwork. creating a PRINTABLE format.
Image on the left gives us the example before artwork is turned to a high resolution Raster image or Vector file. We will be talking about the different formats needed for printing a little later.
Design on paper? Don't worry about it. We have you covered. We can help you out in house with our graphic artist. So if you have your design on paper or simply have an idea bring it in or call us at 702 795 3688.
What format? Vector format is a design that is in outlines (outlines is a format that can be manipulated by pull, curves or laso) most file extenstions for this artwork is .ai, .eps. Vector is not like a photo.
LOW RESOLUTION IMAGE
Like in a scanned image even a design created on computer still needs help.
A photo or Raster Image is generated in raster programs such as Photoshop. These files get pixelated or rastered, causing the design to have a low amount of pixels, if created with less than 200 dpi at the size of the print.
Artwork Ready? Lets find out. If you are a graphic artist you might have an idea what a vector file is.
The image has to be in 200 dpi (dots per inch) and at the size of the t shirt print for a quality print. Usually clients email it or have it ready on disk or flash drive. Most of the time created by Graphic artists.The more contrast on an image the better and easier it is to seperate the colors, and Artwork Charges may not apply.
MOST DESIGNS HAVE MORE THAN ONE COLOR
When the design is more than one color and has a high resolution and/or vector then No art charges should apply. Sometimes even with a good image size design, Color Separation charges may apply due to the details, shadows, gradients, blendings of colors - I can go ON - we do take our time and get the Artwork done right. If not you get a BAD PRINT.
HIGH RESOLUTION
PRINTABLE format? What do we mean. The design has to be atleast at 200 dpi (dots per inch) at the size of the print you would like to print on the t shirt. The more details the design, the higher the resolution should be. If you have a Vector file like we spoke about earlier then don't worry about the resolution. The higher the resolution on the artwork the sharper the edges.
3. The screens or frames are spread with a thin layer of emulsion, a light-sensitive substance ( Has the same Consistency as Elmer's Glue ), and must be kept away from UV light.
4. Then the translucent film is then placed on top of the emulsioned screen and moved to the exposing unit, which subjects the emulsion to high levels of UV light for a short period of time. After the exposing unit or light box has completed exposing the screen with UV light the emulsion that is not covered by the printed design or translucent film hardens, and the remainder is washed away with water, leaving a stencil of whatever design was on the film. A separate screen is made for every color in the design.
5. The completed screens are then fitted into the press. A system of clamps and screws allows for very minute adjustments to the position of the screen. If the design features only one color, then the screen must simply be straight; if there are two or more colors, the design must be registered, or lined up perfectly. Screens are generally made with cross-hair registration marks to aid in this process.
