Signs & Printed Graphics Blog

Clear Signals: The Impact of Readability and Contrast in Signage

12/3/2023

Discover the Art of Effective Signage: Dive into our latest blog exploring the critical elements of readability and contrast. Learn how to captivate your audience with clear, compelling messages that leave a lasting impression. Read more to master the visual language of successful signage.

5 Ways to Elevate Your Event Signage

11/21/2023

Are you getting ready for an upcoming event, conference or trade show? Regardless of the event, custom signage is a great way to spread brand awareness.

Top five ideas to make your trade show booth brilliant.

11/18/2023

You have a table at an upcoming conference…. Here’s how you can maximize that opportunity! Tradeshow season is upon us! Do you have a conference coming up or a tradeshow and don’t know where to start to design a successful booth? We can help! Here’s our top five list of ideas to make your booth brilliant.

Dimensional Signs Make Your Logo Pop: September E Newsletter

9/10/2023

I think I’ve mentioned in the past that dimensional signs are one of my favourite signs – for both exterior and interior. This month I thought I’d walk you through the ‘before’ and ‘after’ of a recent dimensional letter project– so you can see why.

To CAP Or Not To Cap?

8/26/2023

In my blog this month, I share about the importance of using a mixture of uppercase and lowers case letters in sign design. Everyone wants a sign that’s legible and easy to understand — don't use ALL CAPS! Read on to learn more….

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Dimensional Letters Stand Out!

4/16/2023

In this month's blog, I share a little about dimensional letter signs -- why I love them and why they are a great sign solution.

From Sidewalk to Storefront: How Sandwich Boards Can Build Your Business

4/3/2023

In our e-newsletter this month I share all about sandwich boards: their history, how to use them to grow your business, and how to have a great design.

Best Types of Vehicle Graphics Infographic

3/17/2023

Not sure what the right graphic solution is for your vehicle or fleet? This infographic from the experts at Image360 provides you with an overview of the different lettering, decal and wrap solutions available to you.

Coffee, Airplane Tray Tables and A Sign!

3/8/2023

What do coffee stains have to do with signage or tray tables? You might be able to guess if you are / were a fan of 80s business books. Read on to learn more about the connection....

Four Easy Ways to Enhance Your Business with Office Signs

3/2/2023

Explore four simple ways to bring your business space to life with custom office signage that promotes your brand and creates a welcoming atmosphere.

Does Your Worksite Need a Warning Sign Update?

2/1/2023

Here are six good reasons to review and renew your safety signage. Image360 can help you with updating your worksite safety signage - contact us today!

February E Newsletter: Sign Tip: Check Your Signage at Night!

2/1/2023

In our February 2023 E Newsletter we chat about the importance of night checks on your signage.

How To Do Business Cards Better!

1/22/2023

One of our clients recently asked us to give them some feedback on their business cards. We’re always happy to share our knowledge and perspective. I’ve pulled it all together in this blog -- have a read! If you need business cards, then reach out, we're happy to help.

6 Ways to Make the Most of Your Trade Show Display

1/4/2023

You’re headed to a trade show, excited to show off your new product, but have you prepared your trade show displays so you’ll get noticed? Trade shows give you the opportunity for new partners, customers and clients.

January E-Newsletter: Image360 Teams Up With Canadian Blood Services

1/1/2023

In this January 2023 e-newsletter, we share a little about our partnership with Canadian Blood Services -- an important Canadian organization that needs support for blood donations.

Forget The Window, Stare At Your Wall!

12/20/2022

Would you like to be inspired, energized and entertained? Take a pause and stare at your walls.... read on to learn more!

Jayman Building Has a New Sign: December E-Newsletter

12/12/2022

In our e-newsletter this month, we share a project spotlight on the work we did for three clients to reface the super cabinet box sign on the Jayman Building in SE Calgary. You can see this sign when you drive by on Deerfoot Trail. Have a read!

Frosted Glass: How Can You Use It for Your Business

11/23/2022

Frosted glass may be a popular aesthetic choice for homes, but it can also be used to promote your brand, provide privacy to your business and attract visitors’ attention.

Hush Gala: Through the Looking Glass

11/17/2022

Dan and I recently had the opportunity to attend the Hush Gala downtown at the Eau Claire Sheraton. It’s an annual event hosted by Cerebral Palsy Alberta to raise funds and awareness for individuals with cerebral palsy and other disabilities.

Our Trip to The Hush Gala: November E-Newsletter

11/5/2022

Dan and I recently had the opportunity to participate in the Hush Gala downtown at the Eau Claire Sheraton. It’s an annual event hosted by Cerebral Palsy Alberta to raise funds and awareness for individuals with cerebral palsy and other disabilities. Read on to learn all about this important charity!

To Everything, Turn, Turn, Turn

11/5/2022

This month I've decided to share a little about happens when one of your team members moves on to another opportunity. Spoiler alert: there are feelings involved. I invite you to read on....

Working ‘In’ AND ‘On’ your business!

10/1/2022

We recently had an opportunity to consult with some industry experts and improve our business operations. It was an easy, engaging and profitable exercise. I invite you to read the story in my blog this month!

The Ins and Outs of a Rebranding Project

9/30/2022

So, you've renamed your organization or refreshed its identity and are ready to apply its new logo, colors, typeface and overall "look" to your facility. To make the most of the opportunity, check out our infographic below on rebranding your location.

Infographic: 8 Ways to Improve Corporate Environment

9/8/2022

It doesn’t always cost a lot to upgrade a corporate space, but it usually pays to enhance your office décor, branding, morale and wayfinding with the creative application of signage and graphics. Consider any one or two, several or even all of these opportunities.

Can’t collect an outstanding balance? Call the Mother-In-Law!

8/28/2022

There’s a lot to love about running your own business and there are a few things I don’t love. Accounts receivable is one of those things that I do not love. In this month’s blog, I share about our experiences with those rare clients who ghost us when it comes time to pay.

Whisky and Wall Murals

8/2/2022

Have you ever been in a warehouse full of whisky? Oh, the smell... it's marvelous! Imagine walking into a huge room where floor-to-ceiling wooden racking stands stocked chock a block full of whisky barrels turned on their side. It's truly a thing of beauty. Read on to learn about our wall mural project with Alberta Distillers Limited!

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Wall Graphics: Things you didn't know you didn't know

2/21/2021

In this month's blog I share a little about one of our projects -- the client's visual communication goals and the different sign and graphic solutions we created with specific focus on some ultra cool wall murals. We used a few different design techniques to generate interest and tell the story of the client's brand throughout their office space. Have a read to learn more!

Vehicle Graphics ... Hard to Say No

1/29/2021

In January we worked with our client to decal their fleet of vehicles. In my blog this month, I write about that experience and the compelling case for you to decal your vehicle.

Image360 Ranks on Entrepreneur Magazine’s 42nd Annual Franchise 500® List

1/22/2021

Image360 announced today that it has been named to Entrepreneur magazine’s Franchise 500® list, considered the world’s first, best and most comprehensive franchise ranking.

My Favourite Window Treatment: Privacy Window Film

12/22/2020

All about privacy window film and how cool it is in residential and commercial settings.

Spelling Counts with Visual Communications

11/21/2020

When you work fast, mistakes will happen. Relax, that's what makes you human. And it's good practice to ask someone to check your work.

How Effective are Your Signs?

8/21/2020

A good sign will help you grow your business and a bad sign can hurt you. I read a piece of research the other day that had shared very compelling data on effective sign design. The research was conducted back in 2012, so arguably a little dated, but I believe the conclusions are still valid today.

10 Spaces Every School Should Update With Signs Before Reopening

6/23/2020

Create a safe environment at every school and University with updated signage for students, facility and education workers.

Alliance Franchise Brands Signs Agreements to Bring Two New Image360 Businesses to Calgary

6/18/2020

Image360 Calgary South was recently featured in an article on Franchising.com!

Rebranding Your Venue For a One-Time Event

11/18/2019

So, you’ve secured a facility or grounds to host a special event for your company or organization. Perhaps it’s a charity fundraiser or new product launch. Before we consider the best way to rebrand the location for such an occasion, begin by considering the special event’s brand itself.

Signage Visibility Guide Infographic

10/15/2019

The point of creating, producing and posting most outdoor signage is to catch the eye and communicate a message to motorists and pedestrians. Improving the visibility of your signs will be key to reaching your goals, and these suggestions will help you to do so.

Fast Track to Wayfinding Success Infographic

8/5/2019

Guests appreciate good wayfinding, and so will you. It results in more on-time appointments and fewer interruptions to your staff by visitors seeking directions. Check out these best practices.

10 Reasons Why Vehicle Wrap Advertising Is Great for Your Business

7/10/2019

There's no better way to show your brand is going places than when your brand is actually going places! Vehicle wrap advertising is a great and cost-effective way to get your brand out there. Learn more with these 10 great reasons why you should give it a try!

Extra Credit! 5 Great Ways To Recognize Students With Signs

6/27/2019

As an educator, how can you spur your students on to greater achievement in the classroom, through extracurricular activities and within the community? Recognition is key. Everyone likes to be acknowledged for their good work, and students of every age are no exception. The good news? With a little imagination — and not a lot of budget — you can recognize your achievers with signage.

How Often Do You Need To Replace Your Business Signs?

6/19/2019

There are many reasons that a business sign might need to be replaced - damage, age, changing branding or design trends. With a little help from Image360, you won't need to worry about replacing them any more often than is necessary. We'll help you get maximum life out of your signage.

Vehicle Lettering, Partial Wraps Or Full Wraps: Which Way To Go?

5/13/2019

Honk if you like vehicle graphics! There’s a lot of good things to be said about adding advertising on your car, truck, trailer or even your bus, boat, motorcycle and aircraft! Learn about the differences between vehicle lettering, partial, or full wraps.

Top 5 Vehicle Graphic Ideas

5/6/2019

Perhaps because they stand out so prominently compared to plain, one-colour cars, trucks, vans and trailers, people take notice of vehicle graphics. More importantly, they like them, too!

5 Reasons Why Regular Sign Reviews Are Critical

4/22/2019

Business owners across the United States invest in big, bright and bold retail signs for one reason: They work! Here are five reasons you should schedule regular reviews of indoor, outdoor and even temporary or event-based signage.

Updating Your Signs: Repair, Retrofit or Replace?

4/15/2019

Attractive, quality signage is key to any business. It often has to catch the eye of motorists and pedestrians alike. Of course, it must also communicate quality. A sign that’s outdated or in disrepair says to prospects and customers that quality is not a key concern of management, which could discourage visitors and even diminish sales.

How to Conduct a Sign and Graphics Audit of Your Building

4/12/2019

Your visual identity is the face of your business and what gives customers and clients their first impression. If you’re not maintaining your investment and you’re letting that identity look tired, it can easily convey an unwanted message.

How to Audit Your Company’s Signage

4/8/2019

To gain maximum value from your outdoor and indoor signs, it’s an excellent idea to audit them regularly. Most sources recommend a review at least once a year or even more frequently if you’re a retailer. It’s likely you change your messages often and are heavily reliant on signage to not only identify your location but also promote your goods or services seasonally or during the holidays.

Clearly A Winner: 5 Useful Applications For Window Films!

3/19/2019

Popular solutions for offices and other facilities, window films are constructed of a thin, strong sheet of polyester laminate that’s treated in a number of ways to improve the look or performance of existing windows and doors.

Answered: 8 Commonly Asked Questions about Privacy Window Films

3/11/2019

Privacy window films — which are often called etched window films and frosted window films — are thin sheets of vinyl with graphics. They transform plain glass to capture the look of cut or textured glass but at a fraction of the price and without any sacrifice in appearance.

Two Ways You’ll Benefit With Frosted Window Films For Offices

3/4/2019

With glass surfaces on interior doors, executive offices, conference rooms, cubicle dividers and stairwell railings, there are no shortages of places to apply frosted window films in many workplaces.

6 Tips for an Effective Trade Show Banner

2/18/2019

A trade show is one of the best places to promote your business and interact with consumers. Having the right marketing materials, such as trade show signs and banners from Image360®, can make a difference between being seen out on the floor and being passed by.

Exhibit Your Smarts! Tips For Eye-Catching Trade Show Displays

2/15/2019

Exhibiting at an upcoming trade show or event? Download our latest whitepaper for insightful tips that can help to drive more traffic to your display.

5 Ways To Make the Most of Wall Graphics for Your Business | Image360

1/21/2019

A wall can be much more than just a blank space; for many, it's an empty canvas waiting to be filled with a creative vision. A blank wall presents an opportunity to connect with customers, inspire employees, promote your goods and services, or beautify your building through custom vinyl wall graphics. To allow a wall to remain blank is oftentimes a waste of valuable promotional, informational or decorative “real estate.”

Advertise, Inform, and Point the Way with Vinyl Floor Graphics

1/14/2019

What's beneath your feet right now? Carpet, wood, concrete or tile? All valid responses, but there’s more than just flooring: an opportunity to connect with your customers which you may not be utilizing to its full advantage!

Discover 4 Great Ways To Go With Graphics

1/9/2019

While graphics for your windows and walls are tried-and-true, the newest solutions for ceilings and floors from Image360 can be an excellent complement to them. Logos, designs and messages that are displayed where people least expect them often gain the most notice!

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