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Foil Stamp up and running

admin — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 14:26:15 +0000

Our latest addition to the shop is an authentic Kluge double flywheel. We’ve had this machine up and running for months now, but just recently unleashed the beast within.

Hot foil stamping requires tremendous pressure and consistent heat – not to mention precision copper dies. We’ve got all the right elements to make it happen.

In the Mix

admin — Fri, 11 Nov 2011 20:45:17 +0000

There’s plenty of competition when it comes to printing.

We represent a unique, high quality product that’s not available everywhere.

Our custom color cards feature hand-mixed ink. Our printing is 100% natural with no artificial toners or plastic films. Top firms and agencies are knocking on our door to get ‘em. The good news is that you too can get your hands on a one-of-a-kind product. Contact us now for a quote.

admin — Thu, 10 Nov 2011 15:26:42 +0000

Impeccable Kluge

Our vintage Kluge double-flywheel is wired up and running registered sheets. See this 40 year old machine running like a dream. We’ll keep you updated as new finishing services are available. Look forward to die-cutting foil-stamping and embossing.

Short run business cards

admin — Wed, 02 Nov 2011 22:07:03 +0000

Why would you choose short run cards?

You’re not ready for a run of 250 or higher
Your want a low-waste option
They look and feel amazing

Get in touch with us now!

We deliver

admin — Thu, 06 Oct 2011 21:34:57 +0000

Our convenient Chicago location allows us to ship locally, nationally, wherever you need your printing to be. Come rain or shine – we deliver printing to you. Just let us know when and where!

NFC, meet pantone

admin — Tue, 20 Sep 2011 13:53:04 +0000

HD Design & Printing is now taking orders for offset printed business cards with embedded NFC chips. By merging high quality cards with the fast growing technology of Near Field Communications, HD Design & Printing has raised the bar for this important piece of networking collateral.

The combination of offset printed cards and next-generation Near Field Communication chips is a critical step in the advancement of printing technology. The production advantage with HD Design & Printing comes from a passion for hand-mixed inks, which provide a rich, more natural color than what is possible in CMYK printed material. Widely used by designers, the pantone color library is the standard upon which professional designers and printers rely. While color matching is the main advantage of pantone color, the tactile look and feel ink on paper provides a superior print finish in a world of toner based printing.

HD Design & Printing has set itself apart by commanding a strong grip on short run pantone printing. Recent industry trends towards digital printing has led most printers away from custom-mixed color. Because the quality of digital printing cannot stand up to traditional offset, HD’s growth has remained steady. With the addition of embedded NFC technology, HD has proven that it’s role as an industry innovator will remain intact.

Currently, our NFC chips can contain web links, text or vCard information. Google’s Nexus S and the Blackberry Bold are available now. Both read NFC cards. Many more phones will be available in coming months.

NFC cards are currently available as custom orders. Contact HD Design & Printing to order.

Custom printed invitations

admin — Mon, 01 Aug 2011 12:50:56 +0000

We just launched our new invitation packages with online pricing. You’ll get short-run, high-quality printing at affordable prices. Get started here.

Each Package inludes:
- 5 x 7 invitations, printed 2 sides
- 4 x 6 RSVP card, printed 2 sides
- A7 envelope, printed front

All printed on Classic Crest paper with custom mixed inks. You can’t go wrong!

madre de diseño

admin — Tue, 22 Mar 2011 20:44:48 +0000

At HD Design & Printing, we continue to push the boundary of art and design. Following cues from contemporary artists, we’re taking offset printing to a higher level. Stay tuned to get in on the action… we’ll soon be offering prints for sale on this website.

Drawing detail: Luis Abreux
www.cubandoggallery.com

iPad illustration

admin — Wed, 02 Feb 2011 14:06:55 +0000

Image editing has come a long way over the last 20 years. Today, we are using iPads to create new illustration content for our website and blog.
Why the iPad when a desktop is more powerful and has more tools? The answer is flexibility, spontaneity and directness.
Even with sensitive drawing pads connected to computers, pen movement is removed from the screen. On the iPad you get results at your fingertips (or the tip of your stylus). This direct touch is a less virtual experience which creates more engagement between artist and work. Also, having limited capabilities forces greater creativity to produce results. Imagine the iPad as a set of colored pencils vs. the computer which is like a complete art supply store.
The main reason we like it though has to do with style… iPad drawings just look cool. There is a decrease insensitivity of the device which leads to some cool effects. Our brains have become so used to glossy, perfectly rendered computer images. It’s time now to get funky!

Images below created with Artrage, Brushes and Ink Pad.

Liberty revisited

admin — Sat, 29 Jan 2011 22:14:03 +0000

Our first silk screen print will be none other than Lady Liberty. This timeless image has been re-worked with a contemporary twist. Stay tuned as the limited edition print comes up for sale in the next week.

Dedicated blog readers may remember this image from a previous post. The illustration was originally done from a photo taken during a tour of Manhattan Island. This illustration marked the first use of our new Wacom drawing tablet. The ease and intuitive feel of this new tool has led to many new works. See more at www.iconolater.com