earthworm77 Posted February 13, 2008 Report Share Posted February 13, 2008 I'm looking to put new labels on my bags and swimbait boxes. Can anyone recommend a graphic artist that won't take me to the cleaners? Do you guys do it on your own computers? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dayooper Posted February 13, 2008 Report Share Posted February 13, 2008 earthworm77, I had streamlinedesign.com create my graphics and logos for me. Send Rich an email and tell them Ben sent you. He is a great guy to work with. Thanks, Benjamin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orion Posted February 13, 2008 Report Share Posted February 13, 2008 I've never tried but I'm sure I could make my own lables. I am and have taken classes for photoshop, quark, indesign, dreamweaver. My only enjoyable classes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
basskillr Posted February 13, 2008 Report Share Posted February 13, 2008 Dwain at bateycustomlures.net. He is an awsome graphic artist as well as a TU member. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bountiful Waters Posted February 13, 2008 Report Share Posted February 13, 2008 I make my own right now 2x4. I print about 500 a week. More than that, I guess I could buy in bulk. Charmer baits from this forum can give you some feedback on who they use. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
earthworm77 Posted February 13, 2008 Author Report Share Posted February 13, 2008 If you are printing your own, can you laminate them so the ink doesn't run when it gets wet or oily? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JSC Posted February 14, 2008 Report Share Posted February 14, 2008 Earthworm ... if you don't want them to run when wet use a lazer printer. JSC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Uncleskippy Posted February 14, 2008 Report Share Posted February 14, 2008 Earthworm, I print my own on 2 X 4 labels using my inkjet printer. I spray them lightly with an acrylic gloss sealer from AC More. I also ma decals with decal stock and spray them. Uncleskippy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spike-A-Pike Posted February 14, 2008 Report Share Posted February 14, 2008 I think LooksLikeSinbad is a graphic guru, I know he does web sites. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saint308 Posted February 14, 2008 Report Share Posted February 14, 2008 If you are printing your own, can you laminate them so the ink doesn't run when it gets wet or oily? I buy the weatherproof kind from Avery and they work great. saint. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dabskie Posted February 14, 2008 Report Share Posted February 14, 2008 Hey Saint,,,does Avery print the labels for you,,,or do you just buy the labels from them and print them yourself,,,,if so what kind of printer do you use to do it. Thanks,,,, dabskie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saint308 Posted February 14, 2008 Report Share Posted February 14, 2008 I print them myself. You have to use a laser printer to do it. Saint. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BassnRandy Posted February 15, 2008 Report Share Posted February 15, 2008 I also use the Avery. Best bang for the buck if you do it your self. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BamaBassHunter Posted February 15, 2008 Report Share Posted February 15, 2008 Well this is a subject that i know a little about since i have been in the label business now for 25 years. Also we have done work for many tackle companies over the years and let me be upfront i will help and give you guidence but i am not looking for business..lol One thing to remember when dealing with a graphic artist is they do not consider usually about the printing cost ..sure a picture of a Bass is pretty but you just jumped your job cost a bunch since you just made it a 4 color job minium.. A artist should give you a flat rate up front if you can tell them pretty close to the vision you have as well as cost.. Charging by the hour some will flat bend you over...Need any help let me know.. Mo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
