Art Requirements Q&A

Have questions about submitting art or having custom art produced?  Below are some frequently asked questions with answers that may help.  If we haven’t covered something, please contact us.

Q:  I have an idea for art but I need you to create it.  How long will it take? 
A:  If your design involves nothing more than generating type we can usually do that within two days.  If your design requires clip art illustration or creation of a custom logo or drawing, it may take up to ten days.  Printing production can only begin after we receive approval on the art.  We are happy to discuss the details of creating original art or logo designs.

Q:  Is it best to send digital or non-digital media?
A:  We accept a wide variety of digital and non-digital formats.  We prefer digital since they can be processed more quickly.  Adobe Illustrator (.ai) up to v.CS2, Encapsulated Postscript (.eps), CorelDraw (.cdr) up to X3, or Windows Metafile (.wmf) files are acceptable as long as all fonts are converted to cures and the file is a true vector file, not an image embedded in one of these formats.

Q:  What non-digital media do you accept?
A:  It is strongly recommended not to send us the original art.  This is to prevent against any loss or damage of your work.  Camera ready art must be black and white only with no half-tones (gray areas) as large as at least on half the finished size.  Art should be letter size (8.5” x 11”) or smaller.  Images larger than this may incur additional time and cost to process.  Sorry, we do not accept slides or photographic negatives.

Q:  Can I fax you my art?
A:  Yes.  However, due to the limitations of image quality on fax (i.e., low detail and no color), we cannot print directly from a faxed image.  We are happy to re-create faxed designs, or use faxed sketches in creating new designs.  Please keep in mind working from a fax will incur additional cost in an art charge.  Be sure to include your name and phone number and/or e-mail address on your fax.  Our fax number is: 912-233-9942.

Q:  What file format should I use for full-color photographs?
A:  We encourage you to send .TIF files or documents from Adobe Photoshop (.psd).  .JPEGs and .GIF files are also acceptable although there are certain limitations.  Please make sure your document is saved at the size you want it printed and that it has a resolution of 300 pixels per inch of greater.

Q:  What format should I use for a simple logo or text?
A:  If your design consists of a few colors and crisp shapes such as text or a company logo, it is best to send them as a vector-based file format such as a native Adobe Illustrator (.a9), CorelDraw (.cdr).  We also accept Postscript (.eps and .ps), WindowMetaFile (.wmf) and Adobe Acrobat (.pdf) formats for vector art.

Q:  Can I send Macintosh files?
A:  Yes.  We use both Mac & PCs.  If your document contain text, please make sure you convert your fonts to vector paths or export them in a  vectorized Postscript. (.eps or .ps), or Adobe Acrobat (.pdf) formats.

Q:  What graphic programs are not supported?
A:  Artwork created in Printshop and card programs are not supported.  Programs such as Microsoft Publisher and Microsoft Powerpoint are not supported; but we can accommodate you by rebuilding your design.  Please keep in mind working to recreate a design will incur additional cost in an art charge.

Q:  How can I get my electronic art to you?
A:  Electronic art can be compressed using ZIP or STUFFIT. Art can be emailed to:  celebrit@bellsouth.net or provided on a zip disk or CD. Any electronic art should be accompanied by a printed version either in person or by Fax to: 912-233-9942.  

Q:  What about camera-ready art?
A:  Camera-ready art must be black and white only with no half-tones (gray areas). Printout should be at least one half of the finished size of the print.