Scott Print and Quality Press took home seven gold medals each at the Western Australia Printing Industries Craftsmanship Awards (PICAs).
The WA printing community came out in force on Saturday night and “there was an obvious air of celebration and optimism in the room,” says Andrew Macaulay, CEO of Printing Industries. “The support that those in the industry show to each other continues to inspire me.”
Thirteen companies were recognised with medals across 30 print and design categories. Quality Press and Scott Print were frequent visitors to the stage, taking home seven gold medals each and 16 medals apiece in total.
The coveted Judges Award was won by Quality Press for their offset-printed book, Perth Zoo Saving Wildlife.
The long-term contribution of Atish Shah from Quality Press was recognised with the Media Super Industry Contribution Award.
Scott Print and Picton Press shared Future Now’s Commitment to Workforce Development Award for their efforts in recruiting and developing a flexible, diverse and suitably trained workforce.
Scott Print also picked up the Environment Award that recognises companies who are not only managing their environmental impacts but are seeking to build on current practices.
Rio Chard, chair of the Western Australia PICA Committee, says: “There was a real sense of change in the atmosphere. Whilst we paid homage to many legends of the industry, there was an overall excitement about what the future holds. It was great to see many diverse companies represented in the spread of wins across the evening”.
“Above all, the PICAs allow our industry the opportunity to challenge each other so that we can continue to lift the bar of excellence within the WA print market. We deserve to feel proud of the work that we produce.”
View the full table of medal winners