In a city that's filled with magazines that seem to only care about covering where the coolest…read moreclubs are, where the richest people shop and eat, or how to be a hip college student this magazine is clearly unique. Cheeky, irreverent, subversive and deceitfully honest, this magazine covers (or rather uncovers) aspects of Phoenix that are much less obvious than than the chic trendiness of other magazines and is so much more interesting because of this. Issues can be hard to come by since they only come out with new issues every 3 months but their site claims you can reserve issues and have them sent to you for a nominal fee. I should say that I wrote an article for hoozdo for their first issue. All writing and photography for this magazine is contributed by volunteers for the love of the game and for the love of Phoenix. Bottom line -- great read with a true subversive, big-city edge.

Cool shop with a lot of interesting zines. The person working there was friendly. I would love to…read moresee more pop culture zines offered but I feel like there may just not be enough creators of them to offer them.

Great place to hang out and get to know the local art and zinester scene. Very welcoming and…read moreinclusive, a great place to shop local.

Modern Living, Forward Thinking - you'd think their slogan would say it all but it far from…read moreencompasses this magazine. We all know the magazines, 944 and Java, that show us all the beautiful people at all the hottest spots and be-scene events that we missed. And we've all picked up a magazine, like LivingEtc or Dwell, that is trying to sell us the hippest modern home furnishings for that architecturally significant flat we'll never own. You may be able to think of one that covers only our local art, artists, business owners, and developers, but I can't. But there seems to be only one that brings you all of that in one spot. Kontakt is filled with architectural and interior design ideas, personal fashion, news on upcoming and past events, They cover new business developments and what to look forward to in your urban life. They bring together everything that is exciting about the Valley, with insight to who is making it happen, what else they are making happen and generally before any of it has happened. It is a really good magazine and definitely worth subscribing to and supporting. I think it was once said that "Weight+Shinny=Street Cred!" and I think that holds true in this case.

I was in need of a business card design for my business. Danielle enthusiastically helped me…read morefigure out the best way to convey the message I needed to send by not just listing my business information but adding a creative touch.

From the owner: Darkly specializes in brand, image and culture. Whether it is a fresh start up or an already…read moreestablished business, Darkly works with brands that want to push boundaries. Art, design, print, media, identity, collateral, and advertisement (as long as it's creative) are how we achieve such measures. Feel free to give us a call anytime, we would be pleased to hear from you.

I feel like the luckiest girl alive! I was trying to figure out how to get my book designed and…read moreChat suggested Brady Book Design! The entire process from start to finish was flawless! David is so personable and friendly and professional. He walked me through every step from beginning to end and now my book is ready to go to print! I had never even heard of a book designer and then I met him and I couldn't be happier!

Incredible product, bringing art, style and content together seamlessly. There is nobody in the…read morebusiness that can deliver on all of these fronts and create a product is also good value. Being perfectionists we requested multiple edits and changes as the book evolved and David was very accommodating. With any product that is a blend of quality, value and service, the importance of service is often minimized. When I do my next book--a cookbook for my family-- BBD will be my go to vendor.

In full disclosure, my friend is the editor of this newspaper. But she's always trusted my honest…read moreopinion, and she knows I'd give one here. When the paper first started out it was a solid 2 stars. In the last few years it's definitely worked it's way up the charts. The Write Up is one of Phoenix's very few Urban Newspapers, or as they are known in other areas, Black newspapers. The Write Up does a good job of knowing the area, so they also have reporters covering a Latino area of interest as well. They try to cover a broad spectrum of National and local issues in their stories along with some local opinion columns and locally created comics. They have even sponsored several local events like poetry night and Soul Skate (so much fun!). I have been shocked how many national artists have sat down with folks from the paper to give them interviews. I don't know how much of that is that this is a cool paper and how much it is that there just aren't a bunch of media outlets for the black/hip-hip/ethnically diverse community. While I am still looking for them to grow more, and find their voice a bit more succinctly, I think they are doing pretty great for paper that's only been around about 3 years. It's definitely worth a read to find out more about what's going on around town if you're into the scene.

How can you trust a news paper when you can't get what you pay them for.All I wanted was a paper…read moreabout My Black People,and whats happening in town. And I can't get the news.I'm disapointed in The Write Up. Wre is my money or my paper

We use Jennifer at Graphic Gal for all of our corporate advertising needs. Over the years she's…read moredesigned brochures, catalogs, mailers, and even a 10' x 10' display for use at trade shows and conventions. I work in technical sales and sometimes it can be difficult to relay the intricacies of our industry - but I've NEVER had this problem with Jennifer. She listens to our needs and is able to conceptualize dynamic, creative and fresh designs in a hurry - typically I get a proof back the very same day. Zero complaints!

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Although I did not use Hobby Print for my last minute small project, they were extremely responsive…read moreand helpful. I got stuck at work so I went with someone closer to me. However, next time I need apparel printed, I will definitely use them.

I purchased a custom t-shirt from Hobby Print USA a month or so ago and I found it absolutely…read morenecessary to come back and write a review. The service was impeccable. I had a rush job for a bachelorette party that was 2 days way and I was having a hard time finding someone to get me a shirt with 5+ colors and a neon colored shirt. Hobby Print USA was able to get me that and at the cheapest price possible. Even when having an issue with timing for pick-up they communicated with me and got the shirt delivered directly to me. I loved the customer service, communication, and price. I would 1000 percent recommend. Go purchase from HOBBY PRINT USA.