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picture of sideart done on the cheap
« on: December 10, 2003, 03:13:43 pm »
I printed this at work on a HP designjet 800 (42" inkjet) and it turned out pretty good. I clearcoated it with a clear glossy sealer and attached it with spray adhesive. I think it turned out pretty sweet, especially considering it cost under $10 (clear coat and adhesive).
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Re:picture of sideart done on the cheap
« Reply #1 on: December 10, 2003, 04:27:10 pm »
Looks sweet!  I recently did some art in a similar manner on my bro's DJ 800c (I think that is the model) and I was thoroughly impressed/satisfied with the results.

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Re:picture of sideart done on the cheap
« Reply #2 on: December 11, 2003, 02:41:46 pm »
I kind of did the same thing. (With the same pic!  ;D)
I found some "bumper-sticker" inkjet paper at Bestbuy.  Its basically 8 1/2"x11" blank sticker paper.  Its semi-glossy and fairly sturdy.  I just printed my pic spanning a couple of pages and stuck it on. I like it and it was dirt cheap!  ;D

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Re:picture of sideart done on the cheap
« Reply #3 on: December 11, 2003, 05:02:22 pm »
Wow, that's one of the better cabinets I've seen. Great job man!
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Re:picture of sideart done on the cheap
« Reply #4 on: December 22, 2003, 12:06:52 pm »
What type of paper are you using for your graphic print outs?

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Re:picture of sideart done on the cheap
« Reply #5 on: December 22, 2003, 05:19:44 pm »
Looks good (the image quality)!


I don't like the scrambled figures type bezels, marqees, overlays, whatever...

But no offense dude, it's just my point of View! Congrats great job! :)

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Re:picture of sideart done on the cheap
« Reply #6 on: December 27, 2003, 08:58:44 pm »
I kind of did the same thing. (With the same pic!  ;D)
I found some "bumper-sticker" inkjet paper at Bestbuy.  Its basically 8 1/2"x11" blank sticker paper.  Its semi-glossy and fairly sturdy.  I just printed my pic spanning a couple of pages and stuck it on. I like it and it was dirt cheap!  ;D

Cooper,

I assume that you printed on the front since the sticker is on the back.  How does it hold up for smudging, touching, spilled drinks, etc?


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Re:picture of sideart done on the cheap
« Reply #7 on: December 29, 2003, 10:07:52 am »

Cooper,

I assume that you printed on the front since the sticker is on the back.  How does it hold up for smudging, touching, spilled drinks, etc?


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Hey Rocky!
The paper seems to handle touching and such pretty well.  I didn't put it anywhere but the sides so its not like it gets touched a lot.  I let it dry over night before handling so I had no problems with smudges either.  As for spills, I don't know.

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Re:picture of sideart done on the cheap
« Reply #8 on: December 30, 2003, 09:27:46 am »
Cooper,

Thanks for the reply. One more thing...

Is the seam where you fit the art work together noticable. In the picture, you can't even tell.  I think I'm going to try this and see how it works for me.

Thanks for the suggestion.


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Re:picture of sideart done on the cheap
« Reply #9 on: December 31, 2003, 09:21:59 am »
Cooper,

Thanks for the reply. One more thing...

Is the seam where you fit the art work together noticable. In the picture, you can't even tell.  I think I'm going to try this and see how it works for me.

Thanks for the suggestion.


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Rocky,
There is a small seam where the two sheets meet.  If you take your time while applying the stickers it's not too bad though.  A casual glance will never notice it, but you can see it if you get up close and start looking for it.  I think of this as a very small price to pay for all the money I saved by doing my side art this way.  Good luck and Happy New Year!!

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