As suggested by Jane in our session tutorial earlier in the week, I've decided to take a look at a couple of local printers that we could possibly propose to collaborate with within our business- acting as a middle man if the designers stocking our shop were to need printing assistance or production, we could act as a collaborative partner- promoting the print service that these companies require, and, as a result, getting either a discounted price, or a commission on their behalf (something to consider and discuss further).
Below, a few examples of Leeds-based designers- ideal for our location of choice in terms of low delivery cost and quick turn around times. Will discuss what I've found later on in the week during a meeting with other members of the group to see their thoughts about what I have researched and considered.
This print shop is a print company developed from design studio 'Catalouge' from Tom Shaw and Oli Pratt, two graduated LCA BAGD students who I had the pleasure to meet during a Friday afternoon studio talk.
From a degree you can trust (!) these guys turn around supreme quality prints at low cost, and could be a great bond to make in terms of the work they are currently producing, and the style of work we want to produce with great in-house screenprinting facilities. A very strong contender.
Awesome Merchandise is one of the most commonly known and referred to examples of a contemporary print company based in Leeds (the city centre). A great location in terms of delivery and proximity to our proposed store, as well as low cost printing due to high order numbers, growth and development of the company- again, a definite consideration and an assurance of quality and efficiency within the printing process.
http://www.duffieldprinters.co.uk/
The four examples above. 'Colour copy Leeds', 'Duffield printers', 'GrgPrint' and 'Team' are all examples of modern digital and litho printers- Team print also offering in-house finishing such as package-making, cutting, folding, embossing, die cutting, foil blocking, and so on. During the print module (ougd201) we looked at various printing outcomes- and I was lucky enough to visit Team in Beeston, just outside of Leeds City Centre which was a really insightful and inspiring day out, learning a great deal about the print industry.
In these scenarios, the outcomes would be very expensive, unless they were in a very high unit print order, which would be unlucky at the early stage of the business due to both rental space and financial risk. However, a definite proposal for digital design quality at a later stage in the company, if it were to develop and grow- perhaps into a chain store with shop space not only in Leeds but also Manchester and London too.
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