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Designer Spotlight: Angela Pro Design

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A custom wedding invitation with tropical leaves in blind letterpress by TOG.ink on natural variegated leaves.

Photography by TOG.ink Photo Studio.

Angela Laskovics, Owner and Designer of Angela Pro Design

 

Business Details:

12 years in business. Storefont located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (website: angelaprodesign.com).

What’s your story? Tell us how your business come to be!

I was working in a marketing and design position for a technology company. I loved my job, but marketing to engineers and designing materials for industrial products isn’t exactly the sexiest sort of design work. In an effort to take on more creative and fun design jobs, I started Angela Pro Design as a side hustle in 2012. Around 2017, I found myself breaking into the local wedding stationery scene. I quickly realized stationery design was where I belonged. It fills my soul and makes me so happy. I’ve never looked back!

“I quickly realized stationery design was where I belonged. It fills my soul and makes me so happy. I’ve never looked back!”
Designer and owner of Angela Pro Design, Angela Laskovics, is setting a wedding reception table.

Designer and owner of Angela Pro Design, Angela Laskovics.

Where do you find inspiration?

Everywhere! I’m often given inspiration photos by clients, but I also draw inspiration from pop culture, styled shoots, nature, fashion, and daily life. Lately, I’m especially inspired by interesting uses of different textures.

A gorgeous styled shoot of a custom wedding invitation with coordinating pieces and wedding accessories.

Wedding ensemble photography by Bridge Perspective.

What are a few of your favorite blogs or podcasts?

In Pittsburgh, the Burgh Brides blog is the ultimate resource for all things wedding. It’s a great place to find inspiration and learn about new wedding vendors and industry trends. I’m also a huge fan of the ‘Reception To Follow’ podcast by fellow, local wedding creative, Heather Davis.

A colorful custom wedding invitation with arch cut pictured with coordinating pieces and wedding rings.

Photography by Linnea Marie Photography.

What’s your favorite dessert?

Will work for cannolis…

How do you use TOG.ink?

I use TOG.ink often for clients looking for higher end print processes at a more budget-friendly price point. TOG letterpress on their thick cotton paper is a client favorite! Their foil + digital printing combination is also popular with my bridal shower and baby shower clients.

“I use TOG.ink often for clients looking for higher end print processes at a more budget-friendly price point.”
A menu card with blind letterpress by TOG.ink elegantly placed on a formal place setting.

Photography by TOG.ink Photo Studio.

What do you like most about working with TOG.ink?

I love that I’m able to price jobs myself through their user-friendly portal. TOG also has many helpful resources they provide designers on their Cheat Sheets page, like templates and color matching codes.

Any advice for someone just starting out with TOG.ink?

Order the Designer Tool Kit, take advantage of their Digital Tools, and explore their options! With very low order minimums on their products, you’re able to order small quantities just to try out new designs and print processes without breaking the bank.

“You’re able to order small quantities just to try out new designs and print processes without breaking the bank.”
Shanna
Title: Content Writer
Years at The Occasions Group: 18 years
Favorite Print Process: Thermography
Secretly I’m really good at… "throwing games! Bag toss, ladder golf, skee ball. I won’t be winning any championships but I can hold my own."