I would just like to take this opportunity to note the passing of a much respected and well liked man who was at the cutting edge of wide-format print for many years. The funeral took place this week of John Walker, co-founder and managing director of Macro Art, who died on 17 September following a long battle with cancer. Having spoken with him about his business and developments in the sector just a few weeks ago, it was clear he was determined to carry on working as long as possible, and indeed he did so until a few days before his death. He will be sadly missed as both an industry expert and as a really decent man.
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