New iC3D version release with industry-first modelling capability

New iC3D Suite modeling tools include unique Tie-top Bag template October 26th, 2021 – Creative Edge Software, developer of the award-winning all-in-one iC3D packaging design software, has announced the latest version release of iC3D Suite including new design templates and Apple compatibility upgrades.

The Ideal Package Design Review-Approval Process

The Ideal Package design Teview Approval Process

The “last mile” problem for digital graphic arts is the review-approval process. Proofing has been problematic since the beginning. The print buyer expects to see a physical sample before granting final approval. It’s a hard habit to break. Printing produces a physical product that we really want to see (and touch) before we spend money…. Read more

Package Design: Fitting In & Standing Out

Sales Effective Packaging Design

Consumer product package design is a paradox. First, a package must “fit in.” Among other things, it must be practical, affordable, efficient for both transport and display, environmentally friendly, and legally compliant. Simultaneously, it must “stand out,” as a compelling sales tool. It’s hard to do both well. I’ve spent a lot of time in… Read more

Tutorial – Bump Displacement Part 2

Applying displacement maps to cartons Create heavy emboss and deboss effects on your iC3D carton models. Learn how to create and apply displacement maps to your cartons using the iC3D Bump Displacement Template and your Adobe Illustrator carton artwork. You will also learn how to create an inverse emboss, or deboss effect on the reverse… Read more

Tutorial – Bump Displacement Part 1

Applying displacement maps with solid models & labels Create heavy emboss and deboss effects on your iC3D models. Learn 2 different techniques on how to create and apply displacement maps using the iC3D Bump Displacement Template. You will learn how to create displacement maps by applying labels to your iC3D model whilst creating your desired… Read more