Designing graphics across two or multiple panels on your trade show displays? The following tips can lend a hand and answer some questions you may have while designing.
They can ensure that your graphics are produced and delivered with the most guarantee of satisfaction. When possible do make sure to review these tips as they can enhance your trade show displays. If you are unsure or need additional assistance, visit our graphic design service as they can review and alter your graphic to be production-ready.
Multiple panels make up the entirety of your graphics. Notice the area where each panel is divided and arrange your design to account for the cut. The placement of your objects/graphics is to be considered. When creating continuous graphics, it is best to move or scale important text, faces, or figures so they are not over a panel or seam. This is to allow a more refined edge-to-edge display of graphics.
Seam on Object/Graphic
This graphic contains 3 individual elements to consider. The girl and the text are all on the cut line whereas the ferris wheel is not. These items should be moved or adjusted to avoid being cut. The text that overlaps the two panels if allowed should be placed on one panel.
Seam not on Object/Graphic
This graphic shows the improved placement of the girl into panel 2 and being avoidant of any cut lines. The Ferris wheel was moved to panel 1 so that the text could be placed in panel 3. The text now can be read completely on panel 3 without the risk of misalignment or letters being cut off.
When fonts and lettering are placed along the panels be aware of the cut lines. In some cases, text that is arranged on all panels may fall along cut lines. To have your graphics read and appear correctly if allowed adjust the placement of the letters or words to be in between the cut lines.
Seam on Text
In this graphic, the words THE, FAIR, and the DASH in the date are all being affected. The end of the E would be subject to being trimmed, as well as the spine of the R and the length of the DASH. This happens because those elements are lying directly on the cut line.
Seam not on Text
In some situations, the font size can be increased or the spacing between the letters can be accounted for and placed in between the cutline. For example, the H and E provide sufficient space to allow the cutline to be in between the cutline as well does the I and R. Also, after adjusting the text size the date now has more room to accommodate the cutline.
When creating continuous graphics, it is crucial to inform us that the graphics submitted are going to be continuous. Our finishing team can then make the necessary arrangements to best achieve your design visual presentation. Without the notification issues and problems can arise that can severely alter your design.
In the image above the template is overlayed on the submitted graphic. The template illustrates the location of each panel and the cut lines. The graphics if we are not notified would be printed and trimmed as shown in the next example.
Not Notifying Us
The blue portion of each panel was trimmed and sewn because we were not informed the graphics were continuous. Now the graphic text is missing parts of the H and E. Also, the I and R were trimmed off causing the graphic to be read incorrectly as well as the date for the event.
Notifying Us
With notice, our finishing team can print each panel and consider the fact that they are all part of a continuous graphic. Afterward, we can make the necessary adjustments to print the design correctly as shown below. All the text is eligible and visually correct.
These guidelines aim to enhance the look and delivery of your graphics with the utmost satisfaction. It is recommended to review these tips whenever possible, as they have the potential to improve your trade show displays.
Continuous Trade Show Display Examples:
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Consider using a range of colors for your background, as this will significantly enhance the brightness and vibrancy of your overall image. Below, you can see a comparison between a printed image with overall dark background and one with a colorful background, showcasing the results. The lighter the colors are, the more light will go through.
Keep in mind that they also look brighter once lit up.
You can apply contrast in artwork by strategically using differing elements like colors, values, and textures to make specific aspects stand out. As previously mentioned, you want to avoid your image being completely dark but that doesn’t mean you cannot use dark hues to your advantage. Take a look at the sample below showing contrast between colors and hues, vs without contrast.
As you can see, if you use colors that are too similar to each other, your image may appear dull. Another good tip would be use drop shadows to highlight important details.
Finally, this step can give you a beautiful illusion of brightening your artwork and could be achieved by adding a filter to the decorations you want highlighted. First, place the decoration/logo under a contrasting background then add a blur or highlight effect.
You can also keep adding other elements to include create a better glowing effect, such as a light stroke, gradients and a layer effect.
By following these 3 easy steps you should be able to make the most out of your backlit displays. Happy Glowing!
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