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Nuts & Bolts: Artificial Intelligence Guest Post Stephanie Laird

June 3, 2023

 
Nuts & Bolts – Artificial Intelligence Guest Post Stephanie Laird
 
Following along as AI develops and creators explore. Here is a guest post by GCU artist Stephanie Laird:

 

AI Assisted Art


AI art is amongst us, whether we like it or not. There is a lot of legal, ethical and moral
controversy to it. And it’s changing the art and photography world. But change is the one
constant and is inevitable. Being a photographer, for many years, it reminds me of the dawn of
digital photography, and how the film enthusiasts were so against it. And when Photoshop
entered the scene, how “real photographers” considered it hacking.

I decided to look into it, not wanting to “miss the boat” on the next evolution of photography
art. I have only been experimenting for a little while, but I have to say, it kind of felt like a
sellout, at least at the beginning

It is important to state, I do not know any of the legal implications of this art form. It is new,
and the governing entities are still working on the specifics of this. So please, do not construe
my thoughts as any legal advice, for they are not. It just a layman’s view and just my personal
view at that.

I find it very unethical in many respects. Some of the prompts that are preset in the programs
are well known artists names, companies, their creations, characters from movies, books, etc.
That to me, is stealing, plain and simple. And besides, who wants that? The point of art,
photography, and graphic design is to make it your own original creative expression. Not to
copy what has already been done and claim it as your own.

So, I reached out to Mindy, here at Greeting Card Universe. I asked, instead of doing a complete
AI generated artwork, which is done only by the AI generator program, I wanted to do AI
assisted artwork. Using my original photos, images and photo art as a basis, and or adding
value to the finished image. To me, this originates with me, which should make it unique.

Again, let me reiterate, I do not know the legalities to this. It’s up to everyone to do what they
are comfortable with. I already use AI to generate better resolution to smaller images. So in
essence, I have already had AI assisted work.

So let me try and explain this, with examples. I took this photo art, of the ravens and oak tree
branches that I created, and used it as a base image (without the text as is shown on this image)

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I typed in prompts, being very careful to not infringe on what I consider to be a third party’s art,
rights or anything remote to that. So, in my mind, I filtered my original image through an AI
generator. Below is what the result is.

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As you can see, the AI generator picked up on the colors and a somewhat of the composition of
the original. But, overall it is a completely different look.
This particular image I added value to. I added silhouette images of my tack room, a guy in a
magician’s outfit and animals that I have pictures of, etc. and below is the result.

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I am using a paid AI program, NightCafe, and it assigns you the intellectual property rights, to its
ability to do so, and to the extent that it needs to, it does give you commercial licenses. Be sure
to read the terms. However, they do not guarantee you are not infringing on a third party. And,
I believe it is still in the courts regarding copyrightable nature of the art. This is yet to be
determined. I have only used this one site, there are many out there.

I do generate AI art that is not based on my images, but have no plans on using those
commercially, until there is more clarification in the laws. My sole purpose for those images is
to learn, and to enter the AI challenges, to further my understanding. The AI challenges, on the
site that I am using, will not let you start with your own image. And I do think the feedback,
from other AI artists, is valuable in the learning process.

I do have an AI assisted artwork approve for a Winter Solstice Card. It used the same image as
the one I used in this example, the oak tree and ravens, and with a few prompts, it created the
background scene for this card. I added the olive branches, owl, horses and dreamcatcher to it.
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So there you have it. I think, at least in my mind, it is how you utilize the program. If you use it
as a tool, to further enhance your original creative work or vision, thus your intention is not to
copy or duplicate someone else’s work. Plus, it starts and/or ends, with you and your original
elements to the artwork. And, not to sound like a broken record, but, I do not know the
legalities of this. I believe they are evolving, and we need to stay abreast of the changes.

 

Mindy

 

GCU Community Manager

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 


Wanted New Cards: Ordination Congratulations Deaconess

June 2, 2023

 
Wanted Cards – Ordination Congratulations Deaconess
 

What is good for the goose is good for the gander, or Deacons and Deaconesses in this case.
 
Please consider creating cards for Deaconesses.  They should go here:

Occasions >> Congratulations >> Ordination / Ordained >> Deaconess  cid#37454

Note: cid# is the speed entry method of adding a category to your card via category id number (cid#) vs using search terms or click and hunt. See here on the blog:

https://gcucommunity.com/2022/06/10/nuts-and-bolts-new-artist-enhancements/  

To expedite the review of these cards, please check Fast Track Review on the card image details page when you create your card and add a Note for Reviewers like “for BLOG– Wanted Cards”.
 
Consider using Stock Card Creations to create new cards quickly. These cards are automatically set for expedited review so no need to Fast Track. Remember, when you’re submitting your new stock card, add a little note about the intended category in your Notes to Reviewers.


Be inventive, be clever, be creative. Go for it!

 

 

 

Dash of Inspiration: June 2023 Design Challenge

June 2, 2023
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Time for another challenge, so let’s get inspired!

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Theme: Balloons!

Requirements:

  • Create a brand new design with balloons being a strong element in the design. These can be hot air balloons, birthday balloons or balloons in any shape and for any occasion, but they must be clearly visible and important elements in the overall card design and message.
  • Write your own verse/message, be creative and write a message that clearly speaks to your imagery, occasion and recipient.
  • No Stock card creations will be accepted.
  • Blank verse will not be considered for entry in this challenge.

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Entry Deadline: Friday, June 30th

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How to Enter: Post the PID (card number) and the URL (public storefront link – please WAIT for the card to be available in the public marketplace, please DO NOT post a link to your Manage Cards area) as a post in the challenge blog. We’ll forward your entry to the jury.

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Category:

Any 

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Rules:

  • Submission must meet GCU’s Submission Guidelines and be Approved through the usual Review Cycle– Fast Track your submission with this in the Notes to Reviewer: June Design Challenge Submission here is the link to the blog post: (include THIS blog post URL)
  • Only ONE card per artist per challenge.
  • Submissions must be NEW, no existing designs.
  • Your entry must meet the Challenge Requirements and Theme or it will not be included in the challenge.
  • Stock Card Creations entries will not be accepted.
  • Your designs should differ from those already offered in the category of your choice to offer shoppers a variety of choices, not more of the same.

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BLIND Judging: We hope each of you enters every month. Entries are submitted anonymously for judging by the GCU Challenge Jury which means that before and during the challenge, judges do not have any way of knowing what artist is behind each entry. This eliminates any and all concerns with ‘favoritism’. Results will post on the Community Blog. The jury will judge the entries on the following criteria:

  • How well the card meets the Challenge Requirements and Theme.
  • How well the card speaks to the Category the artist chooses for the card submission.
  • Creativity, Execution and Marketability.

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Winners: 1st Place:

  • The winning designer’s card and store will be featured on the GCU Public Blog the blog which customers view and follow.
  • As well as featured on the GCU Public Facebook Page nearly 58,000 followers, now THAT’S exposure!
  • The winning card will be Design of the Day following the announcement of the winners (within 48-hours).

    EXCEPTION: Horizontal (landscape) cards may not be featured as DOD due to GCU Home Page space restrictions. In these cases, GCU will choose a different vertically oriented card from your store to feature as DOD. Thank you for your understanding and apologies for this limitation.

  • The winning card will be added to the Greeting Card Universe Design Challenge Winners Pinterest Board – currently GCU’s Pinterest Page followers: 12.9K!
  • The winning card, should the artist choose, may be referenced in a new series by the winning artist and he/she may Fast Track all cards in the new series (being sure to give the Challenge URL and winning card PID in your Notes to Reviewer for each card in this series).
  • Winning card will be included in a marketing email to over 100,000 customers!
  • GCU will create a Meet the Team board for the winning artist under the Pinterest GCU account where the winning artist will be able to pin and promote her own storefront and all that makes them a unique card designer and one of GCU’s artistic community team member.
  • Winning card will be posted on GCU’s Instagram with 10,800 followers and counting!
  • GCU will create a Meet the Team board for the winning artist under the Pinterest GCU account where the winning artist will be able to pin and promote her own storefront and all that makes them a unique card designer and one of GCU’s artistic community team member.
  • 10 free greeting card credits added to your GCU account. Apply them at checkout and they never expire.
  • A Design Challenge GCU digital award for 2023!

2nd Place:

  • Your submission will be Design of the Day the following week of announcing the Challenge winners (within 7-days).

    EXCEPTION: Horizontal (landscape) cards may not be featured as DOD due to GCU Home Page space restrictions. In these cases, GCU will choose a different vertically oriented card from your store to feature as DOD. Thank you for your understanding and apologies for this limitation.

  • Your card will be added to the Greeting Card Universe Design Challenge Winners Pinterest Board.
  • Winning card will be included in a marketing email to over 100,000 customers!
  • Winning card will be posted on GCU’s Instagram with 10,800 followers and counting!
  • 5 free greeting card credits added to your GCU account. Apply them at checkout and they never expire.
  • A Design Challenge GCU digital award for 2023!

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Tips:

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Be inspired to create and learn something new!

Freebie Wednesday: The Modern & Retro Font Bundle

June 1, 2023

The Modern & Retro Font Bundle features 20 fabulous and retro-style fonts – perfect for bringing your crafting projects to life. Use these stunning fonts to create beautiful cards, book covers, posters, logos and so much more!

This font collection is normally worth $170 – don’t miss your chance on getting this bundle for FREE before it expires! Download it now and get our commercial license.

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Only available on the Creative Fabrica site.

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Wanted New Cards: 1st Father’s Day without your Dad/Father

May 25, 2023

Wanted Cards – 1st Father’s Day without your Dad / Father
 

The first holiday upon a loved one’s passing is particularly painful with a reminded feeling of loss.  A first Father’s Day without Dad would be softened by greetings from others that remember him and of your grieving. 
Consider designs for different ages of ‘children” that have lost their dad – youths as well as adults. 
 
Consider creating new cards that should go here:

Holidays >> Father’s Day >> In Remembrance of Father >> 1st / First Father’s Day without Dad / Father  cid#37506

Be sure to follow the superscript / ordinal number guidelines here:

https://gcucommunity.com/2016/03/18/nuts-and-bolts-superscript-ordinal-numbers/

Note: cid# is the speed entry method of adding a category to your card via category id number (cid#) vs using search terms or click and hunt. See here on the blog:

https://gcucommunity.com/2022/06/10/nuts-and-bolts-new-artist-enhancements/  

To expedite the review of these cards, please check Fast Track Review on the card image details page when you create your card and add a Note for Reviewers like “for BLOG– Wanted Cards”.
 
Consider using Stock Card Creations to create new cards quickly. These cards are automatically set for expedited review so no need to Fast Track. Remember, when you’re submitting your new stock card, add a little note about the intended category in your Notes to Reviewers.
 


Be inventive, be clever, be creative. Go for it!

 

 

 

Dash of Inspiration: 2022 Founders’ Choice Awards.

May 25, 2023

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Dash of Inspiration – 2022 Founders’ Choice Awards
 
Alas, they are here! We are pleased to announce the Founders’ Choice Awards for 2022 in all their inspired, creative, uncommon, and best selling glory!  Many, many Christmas and Chinese New Year cards lead the top sellers for the year overall – nearly impossible to pick just the top 3 in each of these categories. The quality of work makes this harder each year. A bird’s eye view of the winners is filled with wonderful floral, fun, and lighthearted designs and not a single COVID mask in sight!

1. Best New Artist: Patricia Keeler

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Honorable Mentions Best New Artist:

Walter Amberger of Bubble’s Card Store

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and Randi Perez Helm of Something to Say

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2. Best Overall New Card: (non Christmas, birthday, CNY)
 
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Honorable Mentions Best Overall New Card:

Kathleen Johnson of Encouragers for ChristPID 1729516

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and Cathie RichardsonPID 1730184

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3. Hottest Seller – CHRISTMAS:

Doreen Erhardt of Salon of ArtPID 1747676

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Honorable Mentions CHRISTMAS Hottest Seller:

Ron Magnes of Creative GreetingsPID 1746940

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and Walter Amberger of Bubble’s Card StorePID 1749258

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4. Hottest Seller – CHINESE NEW YEAR:

Teri Nelson Kuster of Che Bella NotaPID 1722726

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Honorable Mentions CHINESE NEW YEAR Hottest Seller:

Colleen Kong-Savage of Konga Line CardsPID 1747570

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and Ramelle Richardson of Eloquence by RamellePID 1740680

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5. Hottest Seller – BIRTHDAY:

Kathleen Johnson of Encouragers for ChristPID 1721744

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Honorable Mentions BIRTHDAY Hottest Seller:

Anne Johnson of Greetings by AnnePID 1743070

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and Sharon Dominick of Sharon Dominick PhotographyPID 1724106

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6. Best Custom Front (Text):

Annie Lang of Annie Thing is PossiblePID 1748042

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Honorable Mention Best Custom Front (Text):

Susan Nollmeyer of Sueshine StudioPID 1729520

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and Christie Black of Christie Black Creations from the HeartPID 1738730

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7. Best Custom Front (Image):

Mindy Pierce – PID 1726254

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Honorable Mention Best Custom Front (Image):

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Honorable Mention Best Custom Front (Image):

Natalie KinnearPID 1747066

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8. Best Business Logo/Name:

Cathie Richardson of Country Garden Cards – PID 1732318

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Honorable Mention Best Business Logo/Name:

Cisillia Tay – PID 1743834

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9. Funniest Card:

Mike Baldwin of CorneredPID 1731878

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Honorable Mentions Funniest Card:

Sharon Fernleaf of S. Fernleaf DesignsPID 1750694

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and Lorraine Grace of Grace Comic GreetingsPID 1736396

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10. Most Creative Stock Card Creation (BigStock):

Robin Chaffin of Simply Put by RobinPID 1752572

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Honorable Mention Most Creative Stock Card Creation (BigStock):

Betsy Bush of Dragonfire GraphicsPID 1748554

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and Doreen Erhardt of Salon of ArtPID 1740176

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11. Rising Star:

Randy Helm Perez of Something to Say – PID 1747032

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Honorable Mention Rising Star:

Norma Cornes of SupercardsPID 1726326

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and Isabella Quinones of Ellie’s Creative StorePID 1752200

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12. Custom Request – Nailed it:

Cisillia TayPID 1747536

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Honorable Mentions Custom Request – Nailed it:

Teri Nelson Kuster of Che Bella NotaPID 1722724

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and Shoaff Ballanger of Shoaff-Ballanger Studios – PID 1722374

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13. Best Uncommon Card:

Tanya Hall of Moonlake GreetingsPID 1725540

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Honorable Mention best Uncommon Card:

Ilene Winn-Lederer of ImaginariusPID# 1746294

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and Kate TaylorPID# 1748782

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14. Best Design Challenge Submission:

Mo GreetingsPID 1746408

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Honorable Mention Best Design Challenge Submission:

Colleen Kong-Savage of Konga LinePID 1724602

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and Michelle Lanoue of Illustrations by MichellePID 1750102

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15. Simply Clever:

Kevin Ahern of Ye Olde Penanink’s Card ShopPID 1744960

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Honorable Mention Simply Clever:

 Anne Johnson of Greetings by AnnePID 1740032

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and Gerda SteinerPID 1727866

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16. Reviewers’ Choice:

Fiona, Reviewer #825 – Betsy Bush of Dragonfire Graphics PID 1741440

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Ella, Reviewer #758 – Farida Greenfield of Farida Gallery – PID 1744820

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Mackenzie, Reviewer #528 Lisa Griffin of La Belle Paperie  – PID 1735130

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Desiree, Reviewer #121 – Paul Woods of Insert Brain Here – PID 1737888

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Phoebe, Reviewer #443 – Sharon Dominick Photography PID 1735014

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John, Reviewer #233 – M.M. Anderson – PID 1734664

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Catherine, Reviewer #871 – Rhea Eason of Sun at Night CardsPID 1733606

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Victor, Reviewer #992 – Dale SimpsonPID #1729984

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Rebecca, Reviewer #619 – Sandra Rose DesignsPID 1752054

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Anne, Reviewer #127 – Shelby Allison of Origami Prints – PID 1751934

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Jessica Renee, Reviewer #937 – Amy HaddenPID 1740964

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Shelley, Reviewer #155 – Colleen Kong-Savage of Konga Line – PID 1747340

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A sentimental and impressive year in review leaves us in awe!  Your creative works continue to wow shoppers’ and truly chronicle the landscape of their lives. Thank you for your commitment to GCU, your community spirit, and for your apparently limitless creativity. We at GCU are immeasurably grateful and proud for your contributions in keeping Greeting Card Universe the go to site for Any Card Imaginable. 

Mindy – GCU Community Manager

 

 

Nuts & Bolts: Noted Greeting Card Expo 2023

May 19, 2023

 

Nuts & Bolts – Noted Greeting Card Expo 2023

As promised, here is my trip report from attending Noted Greeting Card Expo & SF
NOW held 4/26 – 4/28.

This expo is the West Coast sister of NY NOW and Noted. It was a delight to attend a
show practically in my backyard plus to be a tourist in my own city – San Francisco!
Hosted at Fort Mason Center between the iconic Ghirardelli Square at the end of
Fisherman’s Wharf and the Marina District, the view from this waterfront venue was
nothing short of breathtaking with a view of both the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz
Island.

Fort Mason building from above:

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Fort Mason from the marina:

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Ghirardelli Sq sign:

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Golden Gate Bridge:

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Hosted by the Greeting Card Association, Noted kicked off Wednesday night with a mix
and mingle at the General’s Residence announcing the Louie Award winners (think
Academy awards for the greeting card industry) providing an opportunity to celebrate
and meet new and seasoned card makers receiving a coveted Louie Award.

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See this year’s Louie Awards finalists and winners here. A few stats, there were 1,016
total entries, up 62% from last year, in a total of 51 award categories. Congratulations /
Special Occasion $5.50 & Below category had the most entries with 47.

Exciting news! GCU is announcing a new addition to the GCU Founders’ Choice
Awards – a paid entry to next year’s Louie Awards for the winners of FCA’s Best Overall
New Card, Best Christmas Card, Best Birthday Card, Best Chinese New Year Card.
See here about this year’s GCU’s Louie Award entries.

Aside from the lovely location, the festival building was a welcome departure from the
typical convention center. Filled with natural light, the Goldilocks; not too big, not too
small but just right number of exhibitors made for a very productive but not exhausting
pace to meet oodles of makers within the 2-days.

As Noted is primarily for greeting card makers, there was a brilliant and varied showing
along with a couple of aisles of gifting exhibitors (SF NOW). Having recently attended
the Las Vegas Market in January, which had a very small contingency of greeting card
exhibitors, it was wonderful to be among so many other paper people! I am impressed
by the creativity, hard work, and youth of so many up-and-coming card makers.

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A few makers although not a fit for GCU and digital printing but offering something
different and attention getting:

Quilling Card – tiny paper quilled masterpieces, just WOW! They took home the Louie
Award for People’s Choice Best Card of last year’s show, Quilled Mom Cross Stitch
Card

Hope & Hustle – embeds via a QR code free downloadable guides designed to improve
your career, mindset and spirit!

Louise Mulgrew – taking home multiple Louie Awards including Artist of the Year
A few takeaways reflecting on the expo …
1. Traditional letterpress cards and stationery are alive and well and such a
beautiful craft.

2. Among so many wonderful designs I did find that many blended into more of the
same. With my “any card imaginable” hat on, there were only a few lines that
stood out to me as serving a niche market, like:
– Plants and Nature lovers ( Yardia )
– LGBTQ Inclusive
– Miscarriage, Infertility Grief / Sympathy (The Noble Paperie)
– Latin (Lucy Loves Paper)
– Women of Color (Pineapple Sundays)

3. GCU has come a long way! In years prior, the conversations had with card
makers trying to explain GCU’s concepts and advantages with community
content, print on demand, etc. was met with much skepticism and even
resistance. Now, with community content / crowd sourced models more prevalent
and younger tech savvy creators, this conversation was met with understanding
and receptiveness with many vocalizing the appeal of a passive income source
like GCU.

And best for last, meeting one of our GCU artists in person is always icing on the cake!
GCU artist since 2009, Betty Matsumoto-Schuch of Bud & Tony designs attended
Noted. We had a wonderful time getting to know each other and discussed all things
GCU, greeting cards, that thing called COVID and of course the Golden State Warriors
and cats.
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See Betty’s show report her on the blog.

I hope I’ve shared some interesting and helpful insights into the expo and industry.

The difference is made in the details!

 
Mindy

GCU Community Manager

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 


Wanted New Cards: Gaming Themed Wedding Congratulations

May 18, 2023

Wanted Cards – Gaming Themed Wedding Congratulations

Brides and grooms share many interests beyond the flowers and ringing bells of their wedding day.

Consider designs specific for a video gaming couple.
 
These cards should go here:

Occasions >> Congratulations >> Wedding / Married >> Hobby Specific >> Video Games / Gaming  cid#37502

Note: cid# is the speed entry method of adding a category to your card via category id number (cid#) vs using search terms or click and hunt. See here on the blog:

https://gcucommunity.com/2022/06/10/nuts-and-bolts-new-artist-enhancements/  

To expedite the review of these cards, please check Fast Track Review on the card image details page when you create your card and add a Note for Reviewers like “for BLOG– Wanted Cards”.

Consider using Stock Card Creations to create new cards quickly. These cards are automatically set for expedited review so no need to Fast Track. Remember, when you’re submitting your new stock card, add a little note about the intended category in your Notes to Reviewers.

 


Be inventive, be clever, be creative. Go for it!

 

 

Freebie Wednesday: Before the Rainbow Font

May 17, 2023

Freebie of the week is Before the Rainbow, a playful and quirky display font that will lighten up each of your designs. This font is perfect for children-themed designs, especially when combined with bright colors.

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Only available on the Creative Fabrica site.

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Nuts & Bolts: Guest Post:  Betty Matsumoto-Schuch  NOTED 2023 Report

May 12, 2023

 
Nuts & Bolts – Guest Post:  Betty Matsumoto-Schuch  NOTED 2023 Report
 
Post NOTED show in San Francisco, here is a trip report from GCU ArtistBetty Matsumoto-Schuch:
 
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Last week I was excited to venture up to Fort Mason, San Francisco for the SF Now + Noted Greeting Card Expo. After receiving a lovely email from Mindy with an invite to meet up at this show, I was even more thrilled. As a GCU artist for over 14 years it was such a pleasure to finally get to meet Mindy. What a lovely human she is! We had the opportunity to discuss many topics pertaining to the evolution of the greeting card business and how it sometimes overlaps the equally changing yet fickle gift industry.

The SF Now+ Noted show was by other National Stationery show standards a relatively small representation, but still had an exciting range of cards, stationary, gift wrap, party and tableware and a small array of giftware.

There were in my estimate just under 200 vendors, each displaying their unique style and luscious creative range.

About two thirds of the show appeared to be focused on greeting card vendors, where I noted some lovely examples of old school letterpress options but with very fashionable modern takes on design. Personally, I love the look, feel and splurge of letterpress. I also noticed lots of whimsy and detail included in some of the card designs as well as more intricate offerings which involved lots of hand applied or added embellishments. Those included charms with notes of encouragement or witticisms. It was very encouraging to also note some vendors emphasizing ethnic diversity and environmental issues. Many of the color palettes appeared muted and earthy, like from nature, while the more saturated colors focused more on a younger, hip or even juvenile audience. Sentiments were all over the map from edgy, mildly brash humor to sweet, maudlin verse and or imagery. Included in the mix were a few of the big name card companies, but I focused more on the small, independently creative personalities. I did notice that most of the card designs from these independent vendors were ‘note card’ sized 4” x 5 1/2” in vertical and or horizontal formats. I’ll keep this option on my wish list for future possibilities with GCU. *hint hint*

As I perused the aisles I couldn’t help but notice how much dedication and passion each vendor appeared to have for their individual style of products. This also had me wondering how much of an investment, ie. time, material costs, traveling and actual physical effort each vendor had to work through in order to get to this point of sharing their art and connection with the world. Here is where I had an epiphany, and as Mindy so kindly pointed out. GCU offers a unique opportunity to enable any budding artist a chance to create a passive form of income. I must admit, I never thought of GCU in that vernacular. As I interacted with vendors, I also was gobsmacked to find out that very few of the card vendors had even known that GCU is an option for their creative endeavors.

We’re all striving to connect with people through our own unique personal exchange through our individual artistic expression. For me GCU has felt like a long time friend and cohort.

It turned out to be a fantastically beautiful day in the city, and my overall impression of the show was very positive, and Mindy’s warm and encouraging persona made for a fabulous and inspiring day to get back home and create more art.

 

The difference is made in the details!


Mindy

 

GCU Community Manager

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 


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