Sending art guidelines
Formats we accept:
Please, always tell us what program and version you are using.
- Vector file formats: .cdr, .pdf .eps, .ai, .ps, .dxf, .dwg Best choices are Corel Draw, .PDF or Adobe Illustrator files.
- Bitmap file formats: .tif, .bmp, .jpg, .gif.
- Text file formats: .txt, .doc, .wps, .xls
- Bitmap resolution- 300 dpi minimum, 600 dpi preferred --at the size to be engraved.
... see our page explaining bitmap resolution. - We must have a faxed or printed out copy of your artwork so we can verify your art opens properly on our system.
- Please indicate the size to engrave.
- Convert all fonts to curves.
- Give us the names of any special font preferences.
- Photograph engravings; we prefer to scan your actual original, so please mail them to us. They will be returned unharmed. Digital photos will work if high resolution.
- Name lists are preferred in a plain text (.txt) file format. One name per line, no tabs or padding with spaces please.
- Tell us what program and version your file came from.
- PC or Mac format? ( PC is highly preferred )
- email your file
- Mail your art/logos on paper for us to scan.
- Mail it to us on a flash drive or CD. ( Don't forget the paper print out for reference )
Please, always tell us what program and version you are using.