Field-Ready and Built to Last: Custom Notebooks for Earth Sciences New Zealand
When Earth Sciences New Zealand (formerly GNS Science) needed a set of tough, functional notebooks for their field teams and outreach efforts, they came to us. With over 150 years of applied science behind them, from seismic monitoring to marine research, they needed a product that was practical, portable and professional. These notebooks had to hold up to field use, feel premium in hand and reflect the credibility of New Zealand’s top-tier earth and water science authority.
We took that brief and delivered. The finished product: 1000 sleek A6 notebooks, screen printed in white ink onto rich black 250gsm Notturno stock, an uncoated premium paper known for both durability and texture. Inside, the 36 internal pages were digitally printed on 100gsm Advance Laser, featuring a 5mm dot grid—ideal for diagrams, sketches, and real-time observations in the field. Binding was kept simple and cost-effective with a clean saddle-stitch, creased and trimmed to size for pocket carry.
This wasn’t just a notebook—it was a functional tool, built for scientists, made to withstand rugged use, and designed to be handed out with pride at industry events. Screen printing the white ink gave the covers a sharp, high-contrast finish that digital methods simply couldn’t match.
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Specifications
Finished size:
A6 105 x 148mm
Stock:
Cover: 250gsm Black Notturno
Pages: 100gsm Advance Laser
Colours:
Cover: Screen-printed in white.
Pages: Printed in black.
Finishing:
Creased, saddle stapled and trim to size.
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Unleash Stellar Quality with Colourcraft’s Art Printing Services
At Colourcraft, we can transform graphics into stunning prints that captivate and inspire. This project, ‘Milky Way at Moeraki Boulders’, serves as an example of the quality achievable with our photo or art printing services.
Printed using our advanced Epson SCP9560, this celestial landscape showcases the vibrant hues and intricate details of the night sky. The UltraChrome Pro12 inks ensure a broad colour spectrum, capturing the brilliance of the Milky Way and the serene beauty of the Moeraki Boulders with exceptional clarity. Printed on 190gsm satin, the stock has a smooth finish and lasting durability, making it ideal for galleries, exhibitions, or personal collections.
Whether you're an artist, photographer, or business aiming to present your work at its finest, our printing services deliver results that stand out. From the cosmic beauty of the stars to the natural wonder of the New Zealand landscape, every print is reproduced with precision and depth.
Trust Colourcraft to elevate your artwork, providing prints that are not only visually striking but also crafted to the highest standards of quality and detail.
Specifications
Printing Technology & Inks:
Our Epson SureColor SCP9560 delivers exceptional colour accuracy and detail with a wide colour gamut and lasting quality.
Stock:
We use SIHL Inkjet Photo Media, a 190gsm satin paper that ensures vibrant colours and a refined finish.
Colour Accuracy:
Our system, calibrated with ColorGate Production Server RIP, guarantees precise, colour-accurate prints.
Size & Turnaround:
We print up to 1m wide by 30m long, with most orders ready in 1-2 working days.
Other Projects for Artists & Photographers
Bold, Branded & Built to Last: Custom EV Car Park Graphics for QT Wellington
QT Wellington is no ordinary hotel—it’s a full-blown sensory experience wrapped in luxury, art and bold design. When they dedicated a premium car park space to electric vehicle charging, they came straight to us. Why? Because their brand matters and they trusted us to get it right. They needed signage and surface graphics that not only communicated function but felt right at home in QT’s playful, high-design aesthetic.
We started by reimagining the QT Wellington logo as a charging icon, subtle but instantly recognisable. From there, we designed custom stencils and arranged professional on-site painting of the graphic and diagonal line work directly onto the car park surface. Everything was measured, proofed, and painted to spec—tight, clean and on brand. To complete the zone, we produced a printed ACM (aluminium composite) panel to mark the area as a designated ‘Electric Vehicle Charging Station.’
How would I operate without Colourcraft! Marketing can be a chaotic world but I never feel like I'm hassling the team here. Colourcraft goes above and beyond with quick turnarounds and an eagle eye over any work I send their way. Forever thankful. – Nikita Rawnlsey-Wratt, QT Wellington
Want signage or surface graphics that actually elevate your space? Get a fast, tailored quote, with no pressure.
Specifications
Finished size:
500x360mm & 550x200mm ACM panels
Stock:
Gloss permanent Avery Dennison MPI 2903 vinyl, over laminated with Avery DOL 2400 Gloss.
Colours:
Printed using eco-solvent inks
Finishing:
Mount onto 4mm ACM panel and edge wrap ACM panels.
Other Projects for QT Wellington
Fast Turnaround, Flawless Finish: Carton Wraps for Goodnature
Goodnature is a conservation technology company out of Wellington, known for their humane, CO₂-powered pest traps that are exported to over 25 countries. In early 2023, they had a problem—an urgent export order of A18 Grey Squirrel Trap Kits needed to ship, but they were short of the branded carton wraps that seal and label each box.
Their usual packaging supplier had a five-week lead time. Could we do better?
Absolutely.
Within 24 hours we had a prototype in their hands. Then we produced 550 high-quality wraps across the next few days—getting the job done in record time and saving their export schedule.
We printed the wraps on our Konica Minolta AccurioPress C4070, which delivers sharp detail and flawless colour consistency on every sheet. We paired this with Tiger FBB 240gsm stock—a stiff, double-coated board with a smooth print surface and excellent durability for consumer packaging.
To finish, we creased and bevel-cut the closing flaps using our JWEI 6040 digital cutter—clean, crisp, and fast, without the need for custom dies or tooling.
The result? A print solution that matched their brand’s quality, hit the deadline, and kept their supply chain moving. In fact, they came back with another order just a week later—and six more over the next 12 months.
Need something printed yesterday? We’ve got you.
Like what you see? Get a fast, tailored quote—no pressure.
Specifications
Finished size:
496.5 x 258mm
Stock:
Tiger FBB 240gsm Packaging Board
Colours:
Digitally printed in CMYK one side.
Finishing:
Crease in 4 locations, apply double sided tape to flap and trim to size
Built tough: heavy-duty decals for Dynaflow and Enzed
At Colourcraft, we specialise in producing high-performance print work that goes the distance. Dynaflow, a trusted name in hydraulic engineering and an authorised distributor for ENZED, approached us to create a set of durable decals suitable for use in some of New Zealand’s toughest workshop environments.
Designed for long-lasting performance in rugged conditions, we printed these decals using our Roland XR-640 wide format printer, renowned for its crisp detail, bold colours, and exceptional durability. Each decal was printed onto Avery Dennison MPI 2904 self-adhesive vinyl, then laminated with a gloss Avery Dennison DOL 2000 film to protect against UV, moisture, and abrasion. The decals were kiss cut to shape for easy application in the field.
Used across machinery and workspaces serviced by ENZED Hose Doctors, these decals combine practical durability with a professional finish—helping Dynaflow present a polished brand in even the harshest conditions.
We’re proud to support New Zealand businesses like Dynaflow with print solutions that are as tough and reliable as they are. Quality and attention to detail—every time.
Trusted by over 400 businesses in the past year alone. Learn why? Get a fast, accurate quote thats hassle-free.
Specifications
Finished size:
183 (W) x 65mm (H) with rounded corners.
Stock:
Avery Dennison MPI 2904 Vinyl.
Avery Dennison DOL 2000 Gloss Laminate.
Colours:
Colour on one side only.
Finishing:
Over-laminated, kiss-cut to shape and supplied on sheets.
