Graphic design software is constantly evolving, allowing designers to
meet specific printing specifications. Print Finishes is a reference
book that showcases design projects from all over the world and focuses
on the processes that were used to print them. The book opens with a
thorough introduction of printing history, from the primitive seal rolls
used in Mesopotamia more than 5,000 years ago to today's digital
technology. The projects are structured according to their printing
specifications, which include cutting and folding, printing and
varnishing, UV ink, thermography printing, thermochromic ink, screen
printing, abrasive ink, solid colour-gold/silver ink, embossing and
debossing and foil stamping. In recent years, with the help of new
software tools, designers have incorporated printing finishes into their
work. The result is incredibly sophisticated and daring effects applied
to a wide variety of items, from business cards to record sleeves,
books, posters and art. Print Finishes is a wonderful journey into
distinctive design and surprising creativity and will serve as a
remarkable source of inspiration for graphic design and printing sector
professionals.
