Amanda McGrory-Dixon
Amanda McGrory-Dixon is a Denver-based freelance writer.
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Amanda McGrory-DixonNovember 27, 2019
Updating a Classic
As the Fillmore Auditorium, one of Denver’s most iconic music venues, neared its 20th anniversary, the Fillmore team wanted to…
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Amanda McGrory-DixonApril 17, 2019
Adding a CNC Router to Your Shop
For a sign shop that’s ready to add dimensional signage capabilities to its business, a powerful, versatile CNC router is…
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Amanda McGrory-DixonApril 10, 2019
Choosing the Right Rigid Plastic
Rigid plastics are found in many signage applications, but not every rigid plastic substrate is alike. This is especially true…
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Amanda McGrory-DixonMarch 21, 2019
Wide-Format Laminators: Evaluating Laminators
Considering how much lamination affects your finished print’s durability, longevity and look, picking a new laminator is an important investment.…
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Amanda McGrory-DixonMarch 6, 2019
Banner Systems: Make a Lasting Impression
As a staple in many sign shops, banners are one of the most common applications, but that doesn’t mean they…
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Amanda McGrory-DixonFebruary 19, 2019
Efficient Building Wraps
Building wraps are a huge undertaking for any sign shop. While good planning and organization is helpful for any type…
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Amanda McGrory-DixonJanuary 4, 2019
Streamlining Outdoor Wayfinding
When done well, a wayfinding system should almost be unnoticeable to the average person. A good wayfinding system seamlessly directs…
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Amanda McGrory-DixonSeptember 20, 2017
How Artworks Found Success Through Specialization
When Denver-based Artworks opened in 1986, Gale McQueen operated the one-person custom vehicle graphics shop from the back of her…
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Amanda McGrory-DixonMarch 16, 2016
Rebranding with Wraps: Making an Impact
Ever since he was a child, Darren Dees, president of Zebra Wraps, a wraps shop in Houston, has been fascinated…
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Amanda McGrory-DixonMarch 11, 2016
Diversifying Into Window Tint
For a wraps shop looking to diversify its business, window tinting could be a natural fit. While there are some…
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Amanda McGrory-DixonMarch 4, 2016
Flawless PPF Installation
Applying paint protection film (PPF) from start to completion takes much preparation. Like a graphics vehicle wrap, the vehicle must…
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Amanda McGrory-DixonFebruary 3, 2016
Mobile Apps Changing the Way Sign and Print Providers Do Business
It’s hard to remember how we even communicated before the advent of the smartphone. Mobile app technology has certainly altered…
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