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Welcome to our comprehensive collection of resources for digital print embellishment users.

This section is designed to equip users with the knowledge and tools they need to accurately assess and plan for the incorporation of embellishments into their digital print projects.

From foiling and spot UV coating to specialty toners and inks, we offer a range of informative guides, tutorials, and industry insights to help printers and designers navigate the intricacies of print embellishments.

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Panel Show: Debate on the Case for Standards for Digital Embellishments
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Embracing Sales in Print: A Conversation with John Carlin from Lahlouh
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Embracing Sales in Print: A Conversation with John Carlin from Lahlouh

Welcome to another exciting episode of The Digital Embellishment Show! In this installment, host Kevin Abergel sits down with John Carlin of Lahlouh to delve into the evolving landscape of the print industry. With over 28 years of experience, John shares invaluable insights on: • Transitioning from Management to Sales: How moving back into sales has changed with modern tools like LinkedIn and HubSpot. • The Power of Personalization: Exploring the untapped potential of variable data printing and how personalization enhances customer engagement. • Digital Embellishments: Discussing the underutilization of embellishments in print and how they can add value and profitability. • Trends in Packaging: From custom packaging solutions to the rise of influencer boxes and micro-run packaging for small businesses. • Authenticity in Marketing: The importance of genuine connections in today’s market and how big brands are adopting micro-branding strategies. John also highlights the challenges and opportunities in selling new printing capabilities and the significance of educating both sales teams and customers about the value of advanced print technologies. Connect with John Carlin by email at john.carlin@lahlouh.com If you’re passionate about the future of print, personalization, and innovative sales strategies, this episode is a must-watch! Don’t forget to: • Like this video if you found it insightful. • Subscribe to The Digital Embellishment Show for more expert interviews and industry insights. • Comment below with your thoughts and questions—we’d love to hear from you! Stay tuned for more episodes where we explore the cutting edge of print technology and marketing innovation.

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JETforce Designer Meetups April 26th
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JETforce Designer Meetups April 26th

Key Takeaways - Using expired foil can still produce good results by double hitting the foil. - Photocopy and artistic filters in Photoshop can help create textures for embellishment masks. - Upscaling low resolution images is key, with Gigapixel being a top choice. - Educating designers on possibilities with embellishment is an ongoing effort. Topics: Foil Techniques - Double hitting expired foil with fresh foil on top can help adhesion and make the final result look good. This technique was used for a blue foil that was 4 years old. - Putting a clear holographic foil on top of any colored foil creates a unique effect, discovered accidentally. Photoshop Filters - The artistic and photocopy filters in Photoshop can be used to create textures for embellishment masks. One example was creating a scaly snake skin texture by applying filters, tracing, and overlaying the texture in Illustrator. Image Upscaling - Low resolution customer artwork is a common struggle. AI upscaling tools like Gigapixel are extremely helpful to blow up images while preserving quality. Designer Education - Educating designers on possibilities with digital embellishment is an ongoing effort for the industry. Providing samples and inspiration pieces is key. Next Steps: - Try clear holographic foil on top of colored foils. - Share results of holographic on foil experiments. - Provide low resolution image sample for Matt to demonstrate upscaling techniques in next meeting. - Matt will walk through creating an embellishment mask live using Photoshop filters in next meeting. - Explore idea of "Jet Force Awards" program to showcase best embellishment work.

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