Art Guidelines

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For logos and graphics to be shown on awards:

We are able to accept artwork in both MAC and PC formats and may be sent by e-mail, CD hard copy, FTP site or USB thumb drive.

Preferred file formats include:

• EPS (text outlined / set to paths)
• TIFF/JPG, 300dpi minimum (72dpi website logos are unusable)
• AI (text outlined, version 9)
• PDF (text outlined / set to paths)

All art files must meet the following requirements:

• Non-Vector based files must be converted to black and white line art (not grey-scale). Black areas will be raised and white areas will be recessed.
• Text must be at 6pt size or larger to be visible when cast.
• All files should have outlined text or set to paths (preferred). If this is not possible, they must include all fonts.

We can work with the majority of files submitted to us. However, if the files do not conform to any of the above requirements, additional fees may be assessed at a rate of $50 per hour with a one hour minimum charge to recreate the artwork.

For the award itself:

In order to build the most accurate model or sculpture of your product, the following image guidelines must be met:

• Images from both a straight-on view (orthographic), from each side must be sent.
• To increase accuracy, please send as many high resolution photos as possible from every angle possible.
• For buildings, please send a top view or footprint and side elevations form each direction in addition to photos.
• If using CAD software, please export the orthographic views as PDF files and remove most of the annotations to save file size.