Artwork Guidelines
✓ Files should be vector form to scale, we prefer: AI or PDF.
✓ If you don’t have a vector file, we recommend 300dpi or larger in one of the following formats: PSD, TIF or JPG.
✓ Microsoft Word Publisher and PowerPoint files are not production ready files and may be subject to additional charges.
✓ Art should be left in layers. Pantone colors should be provided in your artwork if you desire specific colors. Text must be converted to outlines or rasterized. Please provide the name of the font used in your image.
✓ Art should be sized as you would like it printed.
✓ Please send all artwork files to production@blackswanscreenprinting.com.
✓ Our design team is available at an hourly rate for art not supplied in print ready format.
FAQ
WHAT ART FILES DO YOU ACCEPT?
Acceptable art files include Illustrator, Photoshop, and PDF files.
Make sure non-vector files are at least 300dpi and saved at print size or larger. Vector artwork requires at least 1pt line thickness to provide a quality print. All fonts need to be rasterized or outlined. To avoid font substitution, include a PDF or JPG of your design.
And PLEASE make sure the image is saved at the exact size you want it printed.
Artwork that isn’t “screen print ready” will increase turnaround time.
WHAT IS YOUR TURNAROUND TIME?
Turnaround time is 10-15 business days from artwork approval and invoice payment. We can print rush jobs in as little as 48hrs depending on the design and quantity. Rush orders are subject to rush fees and require payment up front in full.
WILL YOU DESIGN MY ARTWORK FOR ME?
Although we are primarily a print shop, we do offer affordable graphic design.
Please note that this may increase turnaround time and has a separate fee.
CAN I USE PMS / PANTONE COLORS?
CAN I USE PMS / PANTONE COLORS?
Of course! Generally, ink colors are matched to what is closest in stock, but we can match exact colors on request. PMS matching will incur a nominal fee. Please provide a swatch or PMS number when placing your order.
Please direct any other questions to: production@blackswanscreenprinting.com