Why does print continue to live, breathe and, for many, excite? The answer, this survey affirms, is that print touches and can be touched. In an age of cool, ephemeral, remote communications, designers see print and paper as warm and real, rich and textured, capable of being held and felt. This is where the medium excels, connecting with the humanity that we all share.

This special report is sponsored by MAN Roland, as a service to art directors and graphic designers. The company is a 150-year-old global leader in the manufacture of printing presses and related products, with nearly 10,000 employees worldwide. But it is more: a designer-friendly company that respects the role of the creative community in shaping great print communications, and supports education to that end. For information about their Printing for Creatives Seminar, Contact: www.manroland.com/creatives