Graphic Design Color Theory So, what is color theory? Color theory is the theory behind color mixing and color pairing. It provides methods and guidance for understanding how colors influence one another. Understanding colors and how they can work together or against one another can really help your designs look their absolute best. Having a general working…
Graphic Design What Is A “Bit”? When we talk about the number of “bits” in reference to images, we are simply talking about the amount of tonal variation in the image. Understanding the tonal values within an image can help you obtain the best print possible. What Is Tonal Variation? Every color has a tonal range. When…
Common Artwork Mistakes What Is A .PNG File? A .png file, or a “Portable Network Graphics” file is a file type that was designed primarily for web and screen use. The primary function of this file type is to allow for transparency at any level to be published to the web and used online. A .png is a…
Common Artwork Mistakes When printing direct to garment (DTG) a white underboss is printed on dark garments by default. This white underbase is both the white of a design as well as the base layer before the color is printed on top. By adding the underbase the colors will be much more vibrant. Below is an example of…
Common Artwork Mistakes With the popularity and use of the internet it has become increasingly easier to start your own company and sell custom printed products such as t-shirts. But with this convenience also comes many legal problems. It is easier than ever to search Google Images, Pinterest, or a popular t-shirt company and find images that we…