Printing On Different Paper Types

I have got the final images for my CD, below I tried testing my CD images on different paper types, such as full gloss, semi gloss and paper. Both of the gloss papers had a different PSM (Weight of the paper), which made a difference when testing it out.

I used a piece of software called Pressit, this allowed me to download a CD template that I could work to. In the image above this is the template I used to make sure I had the sizes right and it was going to fit in my CD Case. I overlapped my image slightly so I could follow the trim lines to achieve a straight cut finish. I used this template for all of my panels, I also used this software for the CD label and the tray. I printed this on normal paper, just to make sure the sizes were right and that the image would fit my CD case before printing it properly.

I printed the image on normal A4 paper, I found that this was easier to print on but it was to thin to be a booklet. The pages were flimsy and delicate and when I tried to print them back to back the ink was seeping through onto the other image. I decided that normal A4 paper was to thin to use as a booklet.

As A4 paper was to thin to use, I decided to try full gloss paper, I wanted my whole booklet to be shiny and crystal clear, so I printed all of my images onto full gloss paper. The images looked crisp on the gloss paper, but as I couldn't print them back to back because the alignment was off. I had to print them on separate pieces of paper and carefully stick them together. This was one of the disadvantages to not being able to print them back to back, it wouldn't look professional. However, when it came to sticking them together, I used a tape roller and they look really professional. I folded the booklet and but it in the Cd case and then I came across my first problem. The full gloss paper look crisp, but was to thick to put inside the CD case, as my book is combined of 4 sheets of paper, when folded together it was to thick. When I pulled it out the CD case the paper caught on the clips and tore the image.

Here is a faint image of what happened to the booklet after I pulled it out from the case, it is only a small rip but if people are going to be taking the book out and viewing it, the more it would rip. Finally I decided that although the gloss paper looked professional it was to thick for what I wanted.

After full gloss paper wouldn't work, I tried printing it on semi gloss paper, the paper thickness is thinner than the other one so I had a feeling this would work. I ended up printing this on Tesco brand semi gloss paper, I printed all my images out and cut them out and stuck them together. When I came to folding them, I used a ball point marker, when scoring along a board the ball point was too hard and ripped the paper.

This was the result of the ball point maker, so I placed it inside my CD cover and it fit perfect. I re printed the images on the same paper, but instead of scoring them with a ball point maker, I used a knife to score a faint line, to which I could follow and bend. This worked and I was able to complete my CD cover.

After printing my CD cover I wanted to create a CD label to place on the top of my CD. I used the same software 'Press it' to download a CD label template, I then chose the image I wanted as my main image, Inserted the track list and the name of the band. I stuck to the same colour scheme as my CD cover and website, (Black and white image with white writing). I had some CD templates, so I printed them onto the Cd label, but the writing was to faint and was unclear. I switched the writing style to bold and then re printed it, but then noticed a spelling mistake. By changing the spelling mistake I was then able to stick my CD label onto my Cd and finish off my CD.

CD Track List Draft

This is the back cover to my CD, I decided to have a close up of the bike as my main focus image. With this image you can see all the detail and chrome on the front of the bike, I thought this was a perfect shot for the ending of my CD. I kept to a black background as the bike chrome stood out from the background and catches the audiences attention. I am going to include a spine on the side of the image with the title of the album running down the side.

CD Book Draft

Below is the first draft if my CD, I decided to go with the black and white theme, to keep it in the same style as my video. Personally, I think that the images look better in black and white as it shows of the chrome in the bike in some of the images. I decided to to a miniature booklet, this is includes a series of images taken from the location I was filming. There are four sides to this booklet, with a mixture of images ranging from guitars, motorbike shots and shots of the band members. I tried to aim this at my audience which is a mass audience, ranging from different ages, this is the type of CD cover that could apply to anyone in the age category of 20+.

The image on the right hand side is the front cover of my album, I wanted to keep it simple yet eye catching. I shot an image of the acoustic guitar that Steve Pettitt plays in the music video 'Home', I wanted to capture it at an usual angle, I placed the camera on the bass of the guitar and shot down the neck of the guitar. I shot this near a window, which casted a reflection in the bass of the guitar, which I though was effective, which is why I used this for my front cover. The image on the left hand side, was captured as the band was rehearsing before the video. I like the angle of this shot, you can see all of the detail and the composition works well. This will be the back of my book, so when the audience open up my CD, they have a fairly interesting image to look at.

I decided to include some motorbike shots in the booklet, to break the images up slightly. I stuck to the black and white theme, as the darkness of the captured the crispness of the chrome on the bike. I placed some lyrics onto the left hand image, the lyrics are from the song 'She Said'. I am going to redo this part, as you can not make out the text, I am going to change the colour and move the text so you can read it better. The right hand image was taken as Dave was driving towards me on the motorbike, he had the headlights on which casted the glare and when turned to black and white stood out from the rest of the frame.

A few band images have been included, to set the mood and the atmosphere. This shows the audience who the are, that they are three normal guys, doing what they love the most. These images were shot in my Steve Pettitt's back garden after the video was completed, I also included lyrics from another song on the left hand page. This page is going to be on the back of the middle page, so when the audience open the book it will vary from bike shot to band shot and then back to bike. I wanted to create this effect, so the book wasn't plain and simple.

This image is the middle page of the booklet, I wanted an usual image for the centre. I like the composition and the angle of the shot, lyrics were also included from the main song 'Home'. I had a few troubles with the lyrics, as the image is fairly bright it was difficult to find a place to situate the text. I have noticed a spelling mistake which I am going to change for the final piece. Overall, I am fairly happy with my draft CD, there are a few changes I am going to make for the final version, but not many.

Feedback on Drafts

Video -

* Re film the pan over the magazine ( Camera to shaky compared to the other shots withing my video)

* Insert of an image of Rockstar and his Wife ( More Clear, what he has lost)

* Flashbacks of wife before she died - ( Equal Timing)


CD Cover -

* Text size, colour, font
* Print on CD (best image)


Website -

* Colour - Font - Combinations
* Speak to the band members, about what they want.

Website Draft

This is a draft of my website, there is still a few changes that I need to make, so it is not perfect at this moment in time. The Website URL is www.mootpointmusic.co.uk

I imported a Login/Register section, this enables the fans to login in to the website and keep track of what the band are doing and where they are going to be touring next. I tried to stick to the colour theme of black and grey for the boxes, and colour for the images.

The Navigation bar is simple, however when you click on the page, the red box will follow so you know which page you are on.

This is my favourite part of the website, I took some photographs of the band, and they will be rotating on a 3 second window. This is the only part of the website which is down in colour, as the images in black and white didn't look right. There will be more images scrolling across, as I only have two scrolling at this moment. I want to change the design of them, making them more in a cartoon style, as they don't fade right and I could blend it into the background.

The 'Welcome' section is placed in the middle of the page, on the main box, which you can navigate to different pages. On this section I have put a little information about the band, the history and quotes they have stated. The whole idea of this page was to get the history of the band across to the audience, it shows that are really good friends, who love to play music. I don't think that i need to make any changes to this part, as I am happy with all of the text and layout.

About the album is a section, telling the audience what songs are on the CD and who played which part. For Example, on 'Home' Dave (Vocals) Steve (Guitar) Ian (Bass), I have stated this for all of the songs on the album. I have also stated how long it has taken them to complete this album and what style of music they are recording. I need to put some images along the bottom of the placeholder, as it is a little plain and simple, I need to put some imagery to brighten it up.

'The Video' I stated where the shots were taken, what effects I used and why I chose to shoot it in Black and White. I need to add a bit more detail to what effects I used, as it is a bit plain.

I have placed the lyrics on the website, so the audience can understand the message behind the song, by looking at the lyrics as well as just watching it.

I decided to add a section called 'FROM THE BAND', this is where the band members can leave a message for the fans. I thought that this was a nice idea, to remind the fans that the band is grateful for all of their help, getting them where they are today. The colours are simple, as I didn't want to make it to complex, so you couldn't read it, or get distracted by the colours and decor. I think that i could have a message from each of the band members, rather than one whole message.

Another section i added was, by the limited edition 'MootPoint' T-Shirt for only a small price of £9.99. There is a merchandise section on the navigation bar, but I thought it would look more professional to advertise something on the homepage, so the audience know that they can buy items of the band. The design is simple, black T-Shirt with the MootPoint logo placed on the left hand side of the shirt, I have listed all of the possible sizes that the shirt comes in, so there is a size for everybody.

Buy the song on iTunes was a section that i really wanted to incorporate into my website, this is available for all the fans to download the song for a small price of £0.99. I thought that this was another good way to advertise the band, by releasing their music on iTunes. To improve thi section, I am going to add a small image of the bands single 'Home' in the bottom right hand corner, to give it more of an effect.

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