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this is how we learn I realize you have no idea where I'm coming from - I could be soccer mom wanting to make stickers for her van as someone said to me (or something to that effect) in another thread. I'm not completely new to this industry - I've been in Graphics for 20 years but I don't...

working around the concept I hope I'm replying to this correctly Thanks for your input - I did try to work around the concept - but didn't feel I I made it different enough to feel good about calling it mine. It would be easy to pass off the "new" and improved look to someone who has...

thanks again to all those who replied - I was really looking forward to reading this morning - I thought it was a good thread as well. It's too bad Gypsy that a person has to feel attacked or stupid for making a comment - it's hard not to get defensive. I brought up the subject on purpose...

I have a few things to say..... Thanks to all who took the time to reply in an appropriate manner. It's really too bad a simple question/statement/query has to turn into such a pissing match. This site is a great resource for information - too bad some of the people on here make it such a...

I really could understand paying an artist to do artwork for a custom piece - I believe they should get paid for their talents - no arguments from me - but this art is seemingly free for anyone to take and use for whatever purpose they choose (they do state there are licenses required for...

Hello all - finally named my business - and designed my logo - unfortunately the artwork I found requires a $300 license to use it. Keep in mind I've downloaded the vector art, no copyrights attached. I want to do the right thing - I love the image - but I'm just starting out and can think...

thanks deaton - this thread got a little off track - I appreciate your input. I don't want to bury myself in debt - my goal really is to make a decent living doing something I like. Although some of the public can be a pain - (worked as a waitress for 9 years) I think if you're good to them...

The best price I found (in Canada) for a refurbished 300 was 9,500.00 - are there people on this forum who can point me to someone that has used/refurbished machines for less?

WOW! thanks to all that replied - most of your replies were very thoughtful and helpful. When I started in this business I worked for a small family owned sign business - they did everything - neon, backlit, hand lettered, screen printing, vinyl - they were one of maybe 3 in the whole town -...

I'm just at the beginning of starting my own business. Today I was looking at some of my "competition" I've got to say I'm a little freaked out. My questions: can the little guy hold his own in this business and economy. How do you stand out from the crowd? Thoughts anyone?

thanks for all the warm welcomes and advise. Sticky Signs - I'm in the Brantford Area:) I'm looking forward to reading here often.

I've been working in the graphics industry for over 20 years now (both as a designer and pre press technician). In June the company I worked for went into receivership. I've decided it's now or never so I've been planning the opening of my new business for weeks - and I must say I'm...