The basics: There are two types of computer art: Vector also called Post Script and Raster also Called Bit-map.

Raster art is done in photographic or painting programs, digital camera's and scanners. created by pixels. The resolution setting will dictate the maximum size at which the artwork can be used. This size will also vary depending on whether the raster artwork will be used in offset printing or screen printing, as well as what that artwork is to be printed on. The artwork can't be enlarged past the maximum size allowed by its resolution without loss of quality and visible degradation.

Vector art is done in a drawing or art program with lines, curves and shapes. Vector art can be enlarged or reduced infinitely without loss of detail or degradation in quality. Vector art is often used for company logos, clip art, technical illustrations, and type. It can also be used for complex beautiful designs as well.

Vector art is the preferred way to send your art; below are the vector-based file formats and versions we accept.
.ai: Adobe Illustrator native format version 11 or earlier.
.fh11: FreeHand native format version MX or earlier. fla. Flash File .swf Flash Movie .wmf windows meta file .svg scalable vector graphic .pdf portable document file.
.eps: Regardless of the program used to create your vector art, most of them will export to eps.
Note: you will need to send all fonts used in the creation of your design OR convert them all to outlines or paths within your document. If you are including the fonts, they must be True Type .TTF.
All color used need to be Pantone spot colors, unless it is a four color process (process) job.

Please note: If a piece of raster art such as a scan, photo, or other art is placed in Illustrator and saved as an Illustrator file, it is STILL raster art. This process does not magically make vector art out of it. The same is true of a jpeg saved as an EPS from Photoshop or other program - it is still raster, and therefore will likely require redrawing in our art department. Also graphics designed for computer monitor viewing such as those on the internet ar only 72 ppi ( pixles Per Inch)

Raster art with any more than one color is by default process. If the artwork is a graphic type of image (a logo, or simple graphic design) it will usually have to be redrawn for screen printing. We will let you know if there are additional art charges involved. Multi color art and photos should be limited to light colored shirts. If the artwork is to be printed on black or dark shirts, there is additional prep work that we must do and again, we will advise you of additional art charges. The following are the raster image formats we can accept:
.psd: Photoshop native format, any version
.tiff: TIFF or TIF Tagged Image File Format .tga targa .pxr Pixar .sct ScitexCT .png Portable Network Graphic
.bmp: Bitmap
.jpg: JPEG - There are special considerations if supplying artwork in JPEG format. The artwork must meet the resolution requirements listed below, and must also be saved as a high-quality jpg. (usually a 10 or 12 setting in the software) If the artwork has already been saved at a lower quality, or shows the visible signs of low-quality compression, the quality of your printed product will suffer greatly and it may not be usable for printing.

Resolution for raster art:
Raster art that is a half toned or tinted and toned should be scanned or created at actual size with a resolution of 150 dpi. For example, if you want your print to be 10" x 12", the art should be 150 dpi at 10" x 12". Small sponsor logos and Solid Graphics should be supplied at 300 dpi. Do NOT resample your artwork to a higher resolution to meet these requirements. If it's already been saved or created at a lower resolution, it will only get worse in quality if you try to force the resolution up. If you are unsure about the resolution of your art, our artists can evaluate and advise you accordingly.

Acceptable Disks:
CD and DVD all types or e-mail to design@corpimagesapparel.com Please compress large files as .zip and please save files with their appropriate filename extensions on them.

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