Mar 25, 2012

Out of This World Graphics

Our Client, Shlemer+Algaze+ Associates Interior and Architecture, called us to help design, print and install interior décor at the new branch for the Caltech Employees Federal Credit Union they were designing.

Nick Ybarra, Project Manager CID IIDA from Shlemer+Algaze+ Associates Interior and Architecture, contacted his Photomation Account Executive, Francisco Flores, to assist with the project. Nick has worked with Francisco before and he wanted someone he could trust and someone with the quality and experience Photomation has provided him in the past.

Francisco worked closely with Caltech Employees Federal Credit Union executives Pattyl Aposhian Kasparian, Vice President – Marketing and Development, and John Barnfather, Senior Vice President/Chief Information Officer, to gather images and design concepts for the 63′ wall. Using multiple images of planets, nebulas and constellations the wallcovering was printed with 3M 180C adhesive vinyl with 3M 8520 Lamination.

Photomation also fabricated the entrance sign with aluminum and dimensional lettering. For the conference room we added frosted vinyl to add privacy and a 10′ Vinyl logo. Custom acrylic frames with beveled and flamed polished edges were also fabricated and installed for this project.

The Caltech Employees Federal Credit Union is located inside the facilities of JPL/NASA in La Cañada/Flintridge, Ca. When it was all completed, and the facility was ready to open, the graphics were out of this world!

Mar 18, 2012

Celebrating 4 Years of Knowledge Bytes

With this edition, Knowledge Bytes turns four years old. It is hard to believe that another year has passed so quickly. We appreciate you allowing us to share each week some of the more unusual projects we do for clients like you. Over the past year we have written about a wide range of creative solutions we have provided to our clients.

We’ve put art in restaurants, office lobbies, hospitals and financial institutions. We’ve transformed walls from ordinary to extraordinary, from bland to brand and from ho hum to hot diggity. We’ve wrapped cars, trucks, racing vehicles, elevators, trains and buses. Our graphics helped commemorate the 10 year anniversary of 9/11, our local Little League World Series Champions and our dedicated men and women in uniform. We’ve become a certified Women-Owned Business and hold WBE, SBE, DBE and WOSB certifications from WBENC, Metro, CPUC, and the County of Los Angeles; and our company President was honored as “Business Owner of the Year.”

We do this not to boast, but to show you the depth and breadth of our services and our commitment to you, our valued client. We do it because we believe it is the best way to show you all of the unusual graphics we create here at Photomation. We hope you have enjoyed our fourth year of Knowledge Bytes. You can always access past editions on our home page at www.photomation.com.

We welcome your input into what you would like to see or read more about when it comes to the world of graphics. Our ultimate goal is to help you be more successful. Thank you for being a loyal follower of our weekly e-mail articles and we look forward to bringing you even more valuable content in 2012. Happy 4^th Anniversary!!

Mar 11, 2012

It’s a Mazz, Mazz, Mazz, Mazz World!

Our client, Interior Designer Lana Galang, presented a challenge to her friend, Photomation Solutions Specialist, Mike Mertz, to capture images from over-sized original oil paintings and produce art reproductions for the new restaurant she was designing, Mazz Bar & Grill. Restaurant owner, Ray Garcia Sr., had a particular look and feel in mind. Mike and Lana reviewed materials and decided on Photomation’s ‘Stucco’ canvas-type wallcovering that has a heavy knife-painting like texture that was perfect for this Mexican flavor sit-down eatery and bar.

We printed these four massive artwork reproductions, some nearly 7 feet tall with widths up to 24 foot wide. Mike then coordinated installation with our staff of professional hangers in time to meet the restaurant’s grand opening schedule. In addition to the artwork, we produced several large custom-framed mirrors hung throughout the restaurant. The result was warm and inviting environment as well as a thrilled interior designer and restaurant owner.

Mazz offers delicious comfort food and drink in an inviting and beautiful setting. Visit Mazz Bar & Grill at 3555 Riverside Drive, Suite 100, Riverside, CA 90205 - in the Riverside Plaza. Check them out when you are in the area. After all, it is a Mazz, Mazz, Mazz, Mazz World!

Mar 4, 2012

One-Stop Source Offers Value

Our client, O.C. Designer Source, needed printing and framing for an office building where they were doing tenant improvements. Michele Preston and Michele Wiemann from O.C. Designer Source, design commercial and residential spaces as well as head up a team of 25 artists for fine art and licensed art for interior projects. Their company was hired to do a tenant improvements to the Brea Corporate Park and Ameriprise Financial office located in Brea, CA. There were a total of 92 different pieces that needed to be produced in a short period of time.

Working with Photomation President Charlene Hesketh on printing, framing and matting choices, O.C. Designer Source presented their client with several options. The client made their selections and the building was adorned with matted and framed DigitalMaster™ Metallic prints, DigitalMaster™ Metallic prints face mounted to plexiglass with standoffs and framed canvas prints. Charlene helped organized all the images and coordinated with O.C. Designer Source on delivery.

The open house was a big success and many compliments were made about the artist and the tenant improvements done by O.C. Designer Source. The owner of the building was so happy with their work he has several more buildings he wants them to work on. O.C. Designer Source offers many art pieces to make an interior project a success and their one stop shop printing company is Photomation known for their excellent quality and service.

Feb 26, 2012

It’s How We Do It

What sets Photomation apart from our competition is how we do what we do.  Below are a few quotes from clients and the six areas that make us unique:

Trusted Dependability
“You have never let me down”, “We have confidence in you.”, “You make sure everything runs smoothly.” “I can count on Photomation.”

Knowledgeable Team
“You understand my needs and requirements”, “Knowledgeable about products and services”, “You offer great suggestions and solutions”, “Your creative ideas are above and beyond my former vendor”

Easy to do Business With
“No matter how little time I give you, your answer is always, ‘No Problem’”, “You make me feel like I am the most important client you have”, “You are easy to deal with”, “Your flexibility”

Beautiful Quality
“You provide quality and integrity in everything you do”, “We can count on you to provide us with great service and a beautiful product”, “The quality of your work is great!”

Quick Service
“You give us great service!”, “Quality service is provided the first time, every time”, “If something doesn’t see right from our end, you call to get clarification instead of simply going ahead with the job and having it come out wrong”

On-Time, Every Time
“You meet our deadlines”, “Products and installations are delivered when promised or ahead of schedule”, “You respond very quickly to our requests”, “Quotes for projects are delivered in a timely manner”

So there you have it.  Six reasons why our clients love to buy from us. Six reasons why we are committed to your success.  Six reasons why we look forward to helping you on your next project.

Give us a call.  It’s not just what we do, it’s how we do it.