LENTICULAR PRINTING & 3D HOLOGRAMS
Updated: March 19, 2010

It's back! - Short run Lenticular printing!

3DZ can now offer short run Lenticular printing at almost any size and effect. Flip, 3D, animation, Infinity. From business cards to posters and everything inbetween. Our maximum quantity is around 250 pcs, but talk to us if you are looking for more. The only limitation we have at the moment is that we cannot put any normal print on the reverse side. So if you have a requirement for 3D, Flip or animated Lenticular business cards, wedding invitations, menus, signs, posters, cards etc. etc. Please feel free to contact us. Small quantities and short runs of custom lenticular printing at realistic prices.

Lenticular Holograms - You may not recognize their real name, but Lenticulars and lenticular images (also referred to as 3D Holograms or Holography) are those amazing little moving 3D photos, scenes , pictures and images that come in plastic that everyone just has to run their nail over! Commonly found in cereal packets and on mouse mats. This clever technique has advanced over the years, and the 3D depth, colour and motion that is now possible is truly awesome! And unlike holograms, they do not need special lighting conditions to be viewable.

With full UV Offset, digital and wide format printing capabilities, 3DZ can produce all types of lenticular printing, including 3D, Flip, Morphing, Zooming and animated motion graphics. Many combinations of these techniques can be utilized together, giving the ultimate in visual attraction. Lenticular images can be produced in a huge range of sizes, even up to bill board size! and now in quantities from one to millions.

flip lenticular

CLIENT EXAMPLE: RED HOT CHILI PEPPERS STADIUM ARCADIUM - TOP OF THE POPS - UK
EXCLUSIVE INVITE TO UK ALBUM LAUNCH. SIZE: A6 POSTCARD. TYPE: 2 IMAGE FLIP

 

Large Format

3D, Flip, Animation - Single sizes up to 1.2m wide x 2.4m high and bigger tiled!
Use for exhibition display panels, advertising, signage etc. Nothing makes such an impact as large format lenticular. Truly stunning giant displays of 3D, Flip or animation, not just many times larger than small format they are many times more impressive too! If you want to be recognized and remembered, then this is what you need!

Lenticular Poster

CLIENT EXAMPLE: DEPARTMENT FOR TRANSPORT - ROAD SAFTEY CAMPAIGN
SIZE: 1200MM X 1800MM TYPE: 2 IMAGE FLIP DISPLAYED IN UK CINEMAS NATIONWIDE.

 

3D LENTICULAR

3D Lenticulars add another dimension and added realism to your artwork, without the need for any special optics or glasses. Using special layering, separation techniques and screens, any standard 2D artwork can be transformed in to an awe-inspiring display of visual impact.

Application ideas: Mouse mats, Postcards, business cards, Trading cards, Pop display advertising, Stickers, Badges, Posters, CD Jewel case inserts, DVD case inserts, Binder inserts, Folders, Toys, greetings cards, Packaging, gift vouchers etc.

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3d lenticulars

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3D ZOOMING LENTICULAR

Combining the amazing depth of 3D with the added effects of zooming motion.

The depth of 3D with the added effects of zooming motion.

Application ideas: Mouse mats, Post cards, business cards, Trading cards, Pop display advertising, Stickers, Badges, Posters, Toys, CD Jewel case inserts, DVD case inserts, Binder inserts, Folders, greetings cards, Packaging, gift vouchers etc.

 

   3D motion zooming Lenticular

MORPHING LENTICULAR

Especially great for advertising. Morphing lenticulars allow you to smoothly transform from one image into another, by moving the lenticular horizontally or vertically.

Application ideas: Mouse mats, Post cards, Trading cards, Pop display advertising, Stickers, Badges, Posters, Toys, CD Jewel case inserts, DVD case inserts, Binder inserts, Folders, greetings cards, gift vouchers etc.

For advertising. Morphing lenticulars allow you to smoothly transform from one image into another, by moving the lenticular horizontally or vertically.

Application ideas: Mouse mats, Post cards, Trading cards, Pop display advertising, Stickers, Badges, Posters, CD Jewel case inserts, DVD case inserts, Toys, Binder inserts, Folders, greetings cards, Packaging, gift vouchers etc.

 

   Morphing Lenticular

ZOOMING LENTICULAR

Zooming Lenticular images give the effect of scaling the image up and down in size, by forward and reverse movement.

Application ideas: Mouse mats, Post cards, Trading cards, Pop display advertising, Stickers, Badges, Posters, Toys, CD Jewel case inserts, DVD case inserts, Binder inserts, Folders, greetings cards, Packaging, gift vouchers etc.

 

  

Zooming Lenticular

 
MOTION LENTICULAR

Motion Lenticulars give the impression of animation. By using a horizontal or vertical flip, the whole image can come alive with movement.

Application ideas: Mouse mats, Post cards, Trading cards, Pop display advertising, Stickers, Badges, Posters, Toys, CD Jewel case inserts, DVD case inserts, Binder inserts, Folders,, greetings cards, Packaging, gift vouchers etc.

   motion lenticular


IDEAS & SUGGESTIONS FOR ARTWORK
(Or what works well for Lenticular)

3D animated Lenticular mouse mats
3D+animation Lenticular

Flip type - Try to restrict yourself to a maximum of three complete changing images and preferably two. Anymore than 3 and the images will become merged, there will also not be enough of and angle to easily distinguish the different images easily. Also do try to avoid big constrast/colour changes between the changing images, e.g. white to black, as this can cause 'ghosting' this gives a shadowing effect of the second image, under the surface of the the first.

2D/3D - (The most common form of layered 2D to create varying depth or parallax) For smaller type work (i.e. postcards, mouse mats etc.) use atleast 3 layers and a maximum of 7 layers, bold contrasting colours work well for this type of Lenticular, place objects close on different layers close to one another to give the eye a reference to be able to differentiate the varying depth layers.

Animation, Morph, Zoom - Use up to 30 frames, with very small incremental changes between frames.

True 3D - Please seek our advice.

Combinations - Please seek our advice.

3D mouse pad
3D + animation Lenticular

HOW TO SUBMIT ARTWORK FOR PRODUCTION


3D Lenticular

For the most common types of Lentiuclar production, we ideally require artwork provided in the following file types and formats:

Flip - Minimum 300 dpi - 1:1 scale - CMYK or RGB Tiff,PSD,Jpeg or bmp. 1 frame per image/layer

2D/3D - (layered 2D to create 3D) -Minimum 300dpi - 1:1 scale- Layered PhotoShop PSD files.

Animation - Minimum 100dpi - 1:1 scale - Avi, mov, static Jpeg, Tiff etc.

Zoom, Morph etc. - Minimum 300 dpi - 1:1 scale - CMYK or RGB Tiff, Jpeg or bmp

True 3D - Please ask

Combinations - Please ask

Artwork should be submitted by e-mail, ftp upload, or on CD or DVD (all formats) and should include a 2mm bleed for flip and animation or 3mm - 5mm bleed for 3D (small format) 15mm - 30mm (large format 3D)
Press proofs are usually provided, subject to time constraints (not applicable to business cards).


3D Lenticular

If you do not understand, or have an unusal requirement, please feel free to contact us.

OR LET US DO IT ALL FOR YOU! WE OFFER A FULL IN-HOUSE ARTWORK DESIGN SERVICE

3D MONITOR CONTENT

3DZ Now develop content for All types of Autostereoscopic 3D monitors. Including Auto3D kit, SeeReal and Depthscape. So if you require short 3D animations, movies, stills or interactive 3D content for presentations, sales aids or product demonstration. 3DZ can author it for you. Content can include true 3D and synthetic 3D photographic still and animated content, as as well as content produced via 3D Studio Max. Add impact to your presentations, present 3D on screen and also give hand outs to your audience! Please contact us for further information.

GIANT 3D BILLBOARDS

3DZ can now provide Billboard size 3D images. Size is un-resricted and results are truly amazing.
BUT BE WARNED, THESE GIANT 3D IMAGES WILL STOP TRAFFIC!

This service is only open to very serious interested parties, as it involves many consultations and site/location visits. Please only contact us if your are extremely serious about such a project and have the capital to move forward, as fees will apply from the very first consultation.
3D MODELLING AND 3D SCENE CREATION

3D Rendered frame sequence

3DZ are please to announce the availability of a 3D modelling and scene creation service in association with the acclaimed 3D graphic artist James Abell.

James work has been featured on Channel 4's unleash the talent competition and in many publications including 3D World magazine. His work can also be found in computer games and commercial presentations.

This service is open to everyone, and is available for all applications. Including Lenticular, Presentation, Video, Artwork, Games etc.

You can take a look at James web site, and view some of his work at the following URL: www.croftongraphics.co.uk and you can also e-mail James directly at info@croftongraphics.co.uk

2D TO 3D CONVERSION

2D to 3D Photo Conversion

Example of 2D to 3D Photo Conversion produced as a Gif Animation

3DZ can now convert any flat 2D image, photograph, bitmap, drawing, diagram, sketch or painting, and convert it in to a 3D Lenticular image of extraordinary depth and realism, Flash animation, Java, Avi and Gif animations. The results produced by this method are truly stunning. 3D lenticular images can be created for use as large format display and exhibition work or for a whole host of other applications.
LENTICULAR PRINTING CONSULTANCY

3DZ are now offering consultancy to companies or individuals wishing to start up in the printing and production of lenticular images. This service is offered to those who want to produce UV offset, wide format inkjet or wide format photographic lenticular. Each package is tailored to your requirements and is performed at the customers own site. Please contact us for further information.

LENTICULAR LENS DESIGN

3DZ are now offering Lenticular lens design.This service is available to companies wishing to manufacture their own Lenticular lens, by injection moulding, Extrusion or Embossing techniques. Precision optical design and engineering skills ensure the best results for your specific application requirements.

NEW! Now as well as printing and producing all forms of lenticular. 3DZ can make short run security and logo hologram stickers and labels. PLEASE VISIT www.holographic.co.uk

info@3dz.co.uk

UK Tel: 01666 510626 or Fax: 070 0593 8083

INTL. Tel: +44 (0) 1666 510626 or Fax: +44 (0)70 0593 8083