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Frequently Asked Questions
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If you are new to using a desktop publisher and graphic specialist, the information here will help you to get started. Please do write me for any additional information!
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1. Do you make only the master designs and layouts, or do you also print them?
2. What is the difference between office publishing and graphic design?
3. What software do you use?
4. How do you prepare pictures for printing?
5. When and how do I receive proofs for editing and final approval?
6. How long does it take to get final printing?
1. Do you make only the master designs and layouts, or do you also print them?
This service constructs master layouts for publications and readies them for the commercial printer. We will deliver the approved layouts to your printer, or you may choose our printers.
Photographs, art prints and special images are printed in our shop if the quantity is not large enough for a commercial printer. This is carefully controlled by hand to assure the best possible prints from your originals.
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2. What is the difference between office publishing and graphic design?
Desktop publishing takes many forms today. Secretaries do it in the office using Microsoft Word to make Xerox masters; however, graphic designers use professional layout software and send the work to printers for more professional-appearing work. Graphic designers also are expert in layout arrangements and image optimization for printing.
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3. What software do you use?
We use Adobe PageMaker, Illustrator and Photoshop; also Macromedia Freehand, Dreamweaver, and various plugins that enhance these programs.
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4. How do you prepare pictures for printing?
Pictures that you give us are input, if not already in electronic format, through a high quality scanner. The images are sized to fit the layout, the resolution optimized to match the output printer, and enhancements such as color correction, addition of graphic elements, and captions are added before dropping it into the layout. All pictures and files are returned to you in original condition.
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5. When and how do I receive proofs for editing and final approval?
Proofs are either sent to you within a week by email in proof PDF format, or printed out and delivered to you. You may mark up these proofs with changes or corrections and return them for a final proof. Once this final proof is signed off, printing can be done.
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6. How long does it take to get final printing?
It depends on the size of the job. A small number of pages can take one day for proofing and the printing in a few days. Larger, multiple-page and bound work that is sent out to printers for four-color process work may take up to four weeks. Special jobs such as a limited number of posters, custom photographs or fine-art reproductions are done in-house in less time. Rush orders may be done on an overnight basis by special arrangement.
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