I can handle your invitation several ways, depending on your budget:
Photomontage as artwork
Photomontage invite from A to Z
In the following two scenarios, I create only the photomontage and provide you, your printer or your photo store the digital files.
Scenario #1: Your photomontage (with or without text) is printed directly on your printer's cardstock. I upload the image file directly to your printer and you can provide them with your text separately for all the individual pieces (RSVP, Party card, etc.) The price from Art For Your Sake would be for the photomontage only.
Scenario #2: Your photomontage (with or without text) is printed as a 5 x 7 photograph affixed to cardstock. I upload your image file to your preferred online/neighborhood photo store and they print you as many photographs as you need. A quickie printer can then print your text on your store-bought cardstock, and score the paper for folding. The price from Art For Your Sake would be for the photomontage only.
Photomontage Invite, from A to Z
Scenario #3: I completely handle your invitation from design through printing. An entirely different pricing menu applies with everything included in one price, including the original artwork for the photomontage, the invitation text, the printing and the blank envelopes. Pricing is based on the type of configuration you choose and the number of invitations required.
For example:
Configurations 1-3 (Are you looking for an elegant postcard and envelope, or an invite with an RSVP and direction card too?)
Configurations 4-6 (Do you want an invite with RSVP, directions and accommodations card and maybe a reception card too?)
Look n' Feel of Your Invitation
Premium Paper. I've identified (and reserve) a terrific paper stock developed for the digital press that accepts the best ink coverage, producing the most vibrant colors and sharpest detail in both color and in black and white. It's saved my clients untold dollars. The stock, Sundance Ultra White Felt, is an artist's dream; a kind of dimpled canvas which feels rich but also reproduces saturated color with super accuracy. Also, I work with only one printer whose work is first rate and unquestionably consistent. References upon request.
What's my invitation paper look like up close? See Jessica and Eric's full invitation set
Text. Integrating text into your photomontage, or creating text for your party, directions or accomodation cards is no extra charge - as long as it is already composed by you and simply needs to be formatted. Any changes to text after your prior approval is charged at $75/hour.
Payment
- For scenarios involving just the creation of a photomontage, payment in full is made directly to Art For Your Sake before I begin work. I will invoice you for the photomontage, which is based simply on number of images.
- For creating your invitation "from A to Z", 50% of payment is made before I begin work, with the balance paid upon completion. I'll email you an invoice with a payment button that allows you to instantly pay via PayPal.
Icing on the cake. All my clients receive an 8 x 10 print of their photomontage (along with a CD of their artwork and scans) - as my gift - to frame as a keepsake of their event!
I'll be happy to write you up an estimate, but first email me at nancy@artforyoursake.com or call me at 773/255-4677 to start a conversation about your invitations. Can't wait to hear what you have planned!
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