There is a huge difference between a printer magazine spread and a reader magazine spread. A reader spread is the document’s consecutive pages, while a printer spread is laid out a little differently. The purpose of a printer spread is to make it easier for the person binding the document. A printer spread ensures that…

Maintaining the upkeep on your laser is important to maintaining the quality of your projects. A dirty laser can cause burnt edges and imprecise engraving. Here’s what you need to know when you’re cleaning your lens: You’re all set! Taking care of your equipment ensures that your projects’ end results are satisfactory!

Tips for running a laser engraver effectively:

My classmates and I are all itching to start our projects this semester. But first things first – we have to organize the production room. Organization is a key part of a designer’s job. If we can’t find the supplies we need to produce something, or our files are in disarray, our job can’t be…

We’re getting back into the new semester! The LAST semester before graduation, and pressure is ramping up. We are preparing for our portfolio show in April, designing a campaign to promote the show and ourselves as a class, while developing our personal brands. With large-scale printing, laser engraving, and learning to navigate WordPress to build…

Winter in the Midwest is a miserable affair. It is always gloomy and dark, as the sun sets in the late afternoon. Temperatures plummet, and the wind is always blowing. It is hard to get motivation to do anything, and my creativity is at an all-time low. But it is important that even when I…

The Christmas season is a wonderful time or a difficult time. Family gatherings can be chaotic and strenuous, or a jolly good time. My Christmas had ups and downs. The highlight of my Christmas break was that I got engaged! Planning a wedding during my final semester wasn’t on the agenda, but I am so…

Here is my second magazine article: About the Business Oh My Cupcakes was founded in 2009 by Melissa Johnson, a former radio DJ who had a love for baking cupcakes. Since then, she has opened two locations in Sioux Falls, where her team bakes all their confectionary delights daily. Melissa has expanded her cupcake business…

Here is my main magazine article: Toes in the Water Amanda Czarnick is a Graphic Designer at Caliber Creative Design Agency in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, where she has worked for a little over a year. Born and raised in Columbus, Nebraska, Amanda is the youngest of four. Growing up, she participated in volleyball, track,…