PPB July 2020

Castings Gold Winner Indiana Metal Craft Indiana Metal Crafts’ impressive casting for First Federal Bank features buildings and landmarks in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Much consideration was given to the composition before a digital rendering was produced, followed by the die and production molds. Centrifugally casting the medallion in fine pewter, oxidizing and hand-buffing with a clear finish accentuates the fine details of this historic city. Silver Winner Indiana Metal Craft This spot-on portrait sculpt is the prominent feature of this medallion, which features an expertly hand-textured background. Artisans skillfully captured the look and essence of the subject. Using a multiple-step molding procedure, the piece was centrifugally cast in fine pewter. After casting, the medallion underwent an oxidizing, hand-buffing and brass finish process prior to assembly. Castings Combination of Processes Gold Winner Spector & Co. Spector & Co. collaborated with McCabe Promotional Advertising in this stunning hard-cover journal that showcases multiple branding options. The Neokin journal features a full- cover, four-color printing process, an indented dome and a heat-transferred liner, which was then enclosed in a notebook wrap also featuring a full-cover, four-color print process, and a window cutout to frame the domed accent. Supplier Decorating | FEATURE | JULY 2020 | 15