Bro Prints

Business Details

26 Years

experience

Custom Printing Santa Cruz

Since 2000, Bro Prints has been dedicated to delivering high-quality custom printing solutions rooted in artistic innovation and technical expertise. Our team combines decades of experience in screen printing, digital graphics, and design to create durable, vibrant products tailored to each client's unique needs. We specialize in custom apparel, stickers, signs, and vehicle graphics using industry-leading techniques like plastisol ink, simulated process printing, and UV digital technology. Our in-house art department ensures designs translate seamlessly to printed media while maintaining compliance with copyright standards.

With a focus on sustainability through resource-efficient gang-run programs and a commitment to client collaboration, we serve local Santa Cruz businesses and beyond with personalized support and competitive pricing. Our founders' backgrounds in commercial printing and fine art enable us to approach every project with both technical precision and creative vision.

Services

Screen Printing Custom Stickers Sign Production Apparel Printing Art Design Vehicle Graphics Business Cards Banners Digital Transfers Dye Sublimation

Details

Year established: 2000

Highlights and features

We offer 20+ years of screen printing expertise.
Our in-house art department ensures print-ready designs.
We use industry-leading plastisol and UV digital technology.
We provide cost-effective gang-run printing programs.
Our team understands both artistic and technical requirements.

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Services

Screen Printing

Offering high-quality screen printing with plastisol and plasticharge inks for vibrant, long-lasting results on apparel and fabric materials. Specializing in large runs with cost-effective solutions. Our 20+ years of expertise ensures precise color matching and durability across various garment types.

Custom Stickers

Producing full-color UV digital stickers in custom shapes with gloss lamination for indoor/outdoor use. Options include white backing, clear backing, static cling materials, and gang-run programs to maximize cost-efficiency while maintaining high-resolution output.

Sign Production

Creating custom signs using metal, plastic, vinyl, and wood materials tailored to indoor or outdoor applications. We assist clients in selecting appropriate materials based on placement needs while providing competitive pricing and quick turnaround times for businesses.

Art Design

Offering in-house design services with experienced artists specializing in preparing print-ready graphics. Services include vector illustration, photo editing, and hand-drawn art conversion optimized for printing processes while ensuring copyright compliance for commercial applications.

Vehicle Graphics

Providing durable vehicle graphics using high-visibility materials for branding and advertising purposes. Our installation team ensures seamless application while maintaining the quality of printed designs for mobile marketing solutions.

People

Aaron Clark

Founder

Graduated with a BA in Studio Art from Humboldt State University. Joined Consolidated Skateboards print department in 1997, establishing Bro Prints as a full-scale commercial operation by 2000. Oversees print quality and production standards while maintaining artistic integrity across all projects.

Beau Bascus

Art Director

Photography background with specialized training in computer graphics and hand drawing. Developed numerous local Santa Cruz sticker and shirt designs. Serves as cross-departmental expert while running his own design firm Ground Up Graphics for marketing collateral projects.

Questions

How do I submit artwork for printing?

Submit high-resolution files (AI, PDF, PSD) through our website or contact our art department for custom design help with any file type.

What printing methods do you offer?

We provide screen printing, digital transfers, dye sublimation, and UV digital printing for stickers and graphics.

Can you print on dark garments?

Yes, using plastisol ink or simulated process printing with white underbase for vibrant colors on dark fabrics.

What's your gang run program?

Our gang run program combines multiple orders to reduce costs by 60-85% through shared production runs with standardized specifications.

Do you offer custom sign materials?

We use metal, plastic, vinyl, wood, and specialty substrates for signs based on indoor/outdoor requirements.

What are your production times?

Standard production times vary by order complexity - contact us for specific turnaround estimates based on current workload.

Reviews (6)

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Carrie Z.

Dec 07, 2021 Report

As a business owner myself, it is always so refreshing to find a local business that cares so much about the service and products they provide. I recently used Bro prints for our business shirts, sweatshirts and decals for our trucks and worked with Beau. The service from the beginning to the end of the project was top notch! I would highly recommend them and will not be going anywhere else for our printing needs. Thanks, Carrie Zachmeier Aptos Glass & Ideal Windows, Inc.

Sean H.

Sep 27, 2021 Report

I have used Bro Prints off and on since 2005, and their consistency is amazing, both over the years and within each order. They've processed complex designs, and communicated realistic timelines that they've followed through on each time. I've worked with other companies that over-promise and under-deliver, or cut corners on quality -- but Bro Prints is up front and above board. Highly recommend for a job you want done well. I have ordered hundreds of shirts from Bro Prints, and will definitely be back in the future.

Lisa F.

Aug 25, 2021 Report

For two years in a row a volunteer group I belong to has gotten event shirts here. The staff are always friendly, easy to work with, and answer all my questions in a timely manner. Their value and product quality are excellent. Thank you BroPrints!

Robin D.

Jul 17, 2021 Report

Just had Beau install boat name decals today. He couldn't have been more professional and attentive to detail. Wouldn't hesitate to recommend Bropints to anyone seeking their services. We were very pleased with the pricepoint and the service. We love our new boat decals.

Antwain Hunter Sr

Dec 26, 2020 Report

Very nice & helpful staff. Got me loaded & back on route in a timely manner, plus their skateboard shop is cool.

Bob Syouruncle

Nov 06, 2020 Report

They are fantastic. Responsive and helpful with creating what we need. Reasonable costs and love working with local business. Easy location to pick up orders. Love Broprints.