This prestigious award seeks to honor the exceptional talent and skill required to produce outstanding printed textiles.
Eligibility:
Any printing on fabric is eligible, including:
Fashion garments,Home furnishings (e.g., upholstery, curtains),Promotional textiles (e.g., flags, banners),Technical textiles (e.g., medical textiles, protective clothing)
Some of the following criteria may be taken into consideration where relevant to the submission
Quality: The print quality should be impeccable, with sharp details, accurate color reproduction, and good registration.
Creativity: The design should be original and demonstrate innovative use of textile printing techniques.
Design: The overall aesthetic appeal of the printed textile will be evaluated, considering factors such as color harmony, pattern, and visual impact.
Technical Expertise: Mastery of textile printing techniques (e.g., screen printing, dye sublimation, digital printing).
Innovation: Use of cutting-edge technologies or novel processes.
Color Management: Accurate and vibrant color reproduction on various fabrics.
Sustainability: Use of eco-friendly materials and processes.
Complexity of Design: Intricacy, detail, color usage, registration accuracy, and print clarity.
Fabric Suitability: Understanding of fabric types and their suitability for different printing techniques.
Overall Impact: Creativity, originality, and aesthetic appeal of the final product.
How to Enter?
Judges will be looking for: – a 250-word summary on why the job merits an award with high-res jpeg images of the jobs, and the company logo – A Printer may enter as many different categories as they wish. However, they may only enter the same category twice – Images of your submission and 2 physical copies to be sent to the address below or arrange an appointment for inspection by the judging panel. Irish Print Awards at Unit 55 Park West Road, Park West Industrial Estate, Dublin 12, D12 X9F9
