Topeka, KS -- The Foil & Specialty Effects Association (FSEA) proudly announces the winners of the 21st Annual FSEA Gold Leaf Awards Competition – an exciting assembly of color, dimension and eye-catching effects representing the most electric works throughout the graphic arts industry. Judged on design, execution and level of difficulty, the competition consistently draws entries from around the world. The 2014 Gold Leaf winners represented works from the US, Canada, Australia, Germany, Finland, UK and Taiwan, continuing the competition’s steadfast commitment to gaining visibility throughout the graphic arts community at large. From foil stamping and embossing to specialty coating, film laminating, laser cutting, diecutting, cold foil application and more, the competition celebrates the quality, added value, shelf presence, security and brand recognition that these finishing processes lend to the printed sheet.

Ninety-eight gold, silver and bronze winners in 33 different categories were recognized at the FSEA Gold Leaf Awards Banquet during the annual conference in Milwaukee, WI, in April. Admore, Inc., Macomb, MI, was presented with the Best of Show Award in the category of Best Foil Stamped and/or Embossed Presentation Folder, and Gravure Choquet, Montreal, Canada, won Best of Show Honorable Mention in the category of Best Foil Stamped and/or Embossed Self Promotion.  

The Foil & Specialty Effects Association (FSEA) provides a wide range of resources to help companies remain profitable today and into the future. From cost-saving programs and educational opportunities to green initiatives proving the sustainability of foil decorated paper/board, the FSEA strives to provide its members with ideas, resources and solutions to grow in today’s marketplace. 

To view all of the 21^st Annual FSEA Gold Leaf Award Winners, visit www.fsea.com.