Alyssa Pittman

Clemson GC '21 🐯💜

[Alyssa Pittman @aapittm99]

@dowling_natalie @ClemsonGC Since the snack food industry rakes in $89 billion, there will definitely be a steady market for flexo-printed packaging! With trends moving towards healthier snacks, I wonder if snacks will be packaged sustainably to further promote that healthy branding. #GCflexo @ClemsonGC

[Alyssa Pittman @aapittm99]

@AmanBPatel4 @ClemsonGC It's interesting that DuPont welcomes the competition of digital printing as an incentive to improve and evolve with the market! I also like that they are thinking about the sustainability of their packaging as they move forward! #gcflexo @ClemsonGC

[Alyssa Pittman @aapittm99]

According to this article, turnaround demands lead to factory automation, hybrid printers balance efficiency and budget-friendliness, flexo is expanding into former gravure markets, and the North American flexo market is due to increase.https://t.co/jZJ3RGGQPo #gcflexo @ClemsonGC

[Erica Walker @ebwalker101]

Traveling with this group of @ClemsonGC students to Chicago for #print19!

They are going to be working the show as Student Ambassadors this year. Proud of this group of all-star students!

[Alyssa Pittman @aapittm99]

@__ericalynn_ @ClemsonGC It's so interesting that they are able to perform ink drawdowns digitally! We've done it traditionally for the label project. Color matching is such a lucrative, valuable segment of the industry, and we witnessed it at the PRINT 19 conference! #gcflexo @ClemsonGC

[Alyssa Pittman @aapittm99]

@Amelia98Bond @ClemsonGC I think this article is especially applicable because we have seen how important prepress proofing is from our Pilot quiz! A hard proof allows us to see mistakes more easily, and that's why we have to do one for our label project! #gcflexo @ClemsonGC

[Alyssa Pittman @aapittm99]

Counterfeit checks, passports, & currency are threats the printing industry must prevent. We often think of watermarks, but there are other security printing methods such as magnetic inks, prismatic coloration, magnetic ink, and more! https://t.co/TTpFGA2Lkz #gcflexo @ClemsonGC

[Alyssa Pittman @aapittm99]

@megansmith2501 @ClemsonGC The printing industry is responsible for a sizable portion of ozone pollution so I'm so glad the industry is taking steps towards being more sustainable and eco-friendly! It is important to keep ink quality high while innovating. @ClemsonGC #gcflexo

[Alyssa Pittman @aapittm99]

@katiedooods @ClemsonGC Wow, reduced energy costs and increased efficiency is great for the profitability of flexographic label printing companies such as Advanced Labels NW, Finotex USA Corp., and Paragon Label mentioned in the article. It's fascinating that packaging booms relate to lifestyle changes.

[Alyssa Pittman @aapittm99]

In preparation for our Label Project press run, we've tested the viscosity of our ink. Did you know that an incorrect ink viscosity can cause dot gain? There are 8 other factors as well! Check them out here: https://t.co/aYx991wEET
@ClemsonGC #gcflexo

[Alyssa Pittman @aapittm99]

@SydneyMae321 @ClemsonGC I completely agree with the tip about "shooting to edit" and taking plenty of safety shots! I'm glad that we filmed so many versions of our cutaway shots during our video project because it allowed us to be picky and really narrow it down to the best shots. #GC3400 @ClemsonGC

[Alyssa Pittman @aapittm99]

Did you know retail has a cart abandonment rate of ~75%? Your payment gateway is crucial to your site's e-commerce! This article goes into the 3 types of payment gateways & the most popular ones. Apple Pay & Amazon Pay are familiar ones! #GC3400 @ClemsonGC https://t.co/To0Q9t4DTc

[Alyssa Pittman @aapittm99]

@megansmith2501 @ClemsonGC I love the Orangina site! It's so vibrant, & it's interesting that they fill the frame with tips & details in the other boxes surrounding the product! I agree that the white space around clothing on Rent the Runway (& many similar retailers) conveys high value!#GC3400 @ClemsonGC

[Alyssa Pittman @aapittm99]

@cblack911 @ClemsonGC Thanks for this resource! I actually used texture in my responsive web design and referenced this article. I tried to keep in mind the points about not sacrificing legibility and utilizing the texture as a visual guide! #GC3400 @ClemsonGC

[Alyssa Pittman @aapittm99]

Doing responsive web design has made me consider what I find appealing as a consumer! This article breaks down the elements of visually appealing websites. The major points are design/color, picture/graphics, usability, and consistency! https://t.co/CVFDygtghC #GC3400 @ClemsonGC

[Alyssa Pittman @aapittm99]

@cblack911 @ClemsonGC Really great suggestions in this! I find the point about "ease of use" so true! We all have varying levels of tech experience and when it comes down to it, consumers value convenience! I agree that a website should be as simple as possible without being bland. #GC3400 @ClemsonGC

[Alyssa Pittman @aapittm99]

This article is a great read for learning more about responsive web design. Author Jes Kirkwood outlines 3 defining features of RWD, provides 11 impressive examples of responsive sites, and explains why they are effective! https://t.co/Sg91V74xes #GC3400 @ClemsonGC

[Alyssa Pittman @aapittm99]

@SydneyMae321 @ClemsonGC This article made a great point about sticking to 3 fonts maximum to avoid a messy look. I also appreciate the color scheme/palette generators that were provided in the article! I will remember to steer away from design clutter and to use cohesive color tone. @ClemsonGC #GC3400

[Alyssa Pittman @aapittm99]

Hey #GC3400! This is a great resource to clear up any lingering questions or confusion about ISO. It provides general info about ISO, great examples of "noise", and an experiment to determine your highest noise-free ISO! Highly recommend this! @ClemsonGC

[Digital Photography School (dPS) @digitalps]

How to Find the Highest ISO You Can Use with your Camera

https://t.co/5UFNCCVSYH

[Alyssa Pittman @aapittm99]

@SydneyMae321 @ClemsonGC Thanks for sharing this! I found the advice about dressing adults in darks and children in brights especially interesting because it's something I'd never considered! I learned to balance my subjects' size and outfit colors in order to not lose anyone. #GC3400 @ClemsonGC