Backdrops
Requirements
to Produce Full Colour printed Scenic Backdrops
The most important aspect of producing scenic backdrop
panels (Translights) is firstly "TIME"
We prefer at least 7 working days from receipt of artwork
to delivery of the finished panel, but express delivery
maybe possible subject to our workload. Extra time should
be allowed if the order is to be delivered aboard.
We
are very aware of the very tight deadlines that some of
our clients work to, by not allowing enough time for production
, the timing of delivery could be put in jeopardy, for
instance, there could be a machine breakdown if delivery
is held up because of a problem that the transport Company
may have. We and our transport contractor will not accept
responsibility should this situation arise.
The second most important part of panel production is
the artwork (original that is to be used for scanning
from) . It is important to remember that the better the
quality the original , the best clarity is achieved when
printed.
Photography
We prefer to high-resolution scan from 5" X 4"
positive colour transparencies, or 2 1/4" X 2 1/4"
are the minimum . 35mm transparencies are not acceptable
.
Producing panels from printed pictures, i.e. books and
magazines do not reproduce at all well due to the dot
screen used in the printing process, however should the
print quality / clarity not be too important or that the
panel is to be over-painted, then prints and 35mm transparencies
could be used.
A
faster way in which to produce a printed panel is for
the client to supply high -resolution images saved to
cd-rom , however the resolution of the scans are vitally
important. The transparencies should be high resolution
scanned to file using a high-resolution drum or flat bed
scanner ( See Specification below). The normal desk type
scanners are not suitable . If you wish to supply your
own scans, please ask for our scanning specification information
sheet.
Photographic
Services
If
you cannot supply your own photographs, we can do this
for you. Our Scenic Photographer will take the photographs
at what ever location you require, including overseas
assignments.
We
high resolution scan the colour transparencies to
file and can digital re-touch/ Manipulate the images if
required.
Please be assured that it is our aim to provide our clients
with the best possible service and to summarise the points
mentioned above:-
- Please
allow at least 7 working days minimum for panel production.
Express delivery by arrangement.
- Provide
5 " X 4 positive colour or negative transparencies
where possible.
- Client
can supply his/ her own high resolution scanned files
The file should be supplied at 10% of the finished
at a Resolution of 300dpi supplied on CD -ROM .
A FULL COLOUR PRINT MUST ACCOMPANY THE CD.
- Written
confirmation of your exact requirements, i.e. Finished
dimensions of the panel, whether hemming and eyeleting
is required. To include a Company Order / Number. And
delivery address.
- Our
maximum back lit print size is 5.0metres X 30.0metres
, front lit virtually any size.
- Responsibility
of copyright of originals lies with the customer , if
the original is not copyright exempt, we will require
documentation to confirm to reproduce has been approved.
- This
information is to be read in conjunction with our current
terms and conditions of sale. Please ask for a copy.
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