Welcome BIG Images’ April 2008 newsletter.


Periodically we gather the most interesting articles from the minds at BIG Images. Expect tips and tricks, industry trend analysis and company profiles, served with a flair only BIG Images can deliver.

Introducing Window Graphics - perforated window film

Window Perforated Media, illustrated by Ben Lawless

With BIG Images Window Graphics, any window becomes an opportunity to attract more attention. These window graphics are engineered so that when viewed from the outside, walk-by and drive-by traffic can't help but take notice. However, when seen from the inside, the print disappears and you see straight through it. It's inexpensive enough to use for short-term marketing campaigns and durable enough to last for one full year outdoors.

Read the full article here.

Stretching the tradeshow dollar - Drayage

Stetching your trade show dollar, illustrated by Ben Lawless

Since the price of everything in the world is rising, is there a way to cut costs at a tradeshow and be the next office hero? Ken Pettit asserts that there are many solutions, and some of them involve the complexities of drayage.

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How we build our web site

How we build BIG Images web site, illustrated by Ben Lawless

Web design is a complicated process. Luckily, there exists gobs of tools to help out designers and developers, young and old, amateur and professional.

Although there is no right answer to which tools you should use, there are quite a few programs we can vouch for. Jon Beebe walks you through the pros, cons, and cost of some of our favorite software, mostly on the Mac.

If you’re a PC user, you’ll have to wait a month for Ben Lawless’ next article, titled “What am I doing with my life?”

Read the full article here.

Announcing Personalized Birthday Banners

Children holding a custom personalized birthday banner created at BIG Images

Planning a birthday? Create a personalized birthday banner!

Change things up by printing a personalized banner! BIG Images has just launched the newest version of its birthday banner designer, Banner Works.

Its easier than ever — choose from one of our pre-made templates (or start from scratch). Upload photos, choose art from our vast array of clip art, customize the message, and within minutes your banner will be printing at BIG Images.

Begin creating your own by visiting the birthday banner page and clicking the "Begin Browsing" button. There is no sign-up to try it out, only when you decide to purchase.