Northern Virginia Graphics, Inc.

Northern Virginia Graphics, Inc. Premier, USA-based, patent drawing, trademark illustration, and legal graphics design firm for the IP and Legal Communities. nvg-inc.com

With 60+ years of experience, Northern Virginia Graphics, Inc. (NVG-Inc) is the premier, USA-based, patent drawing, trademark illustration, and legal graphics design firm for the IP and Legal Communities. Visit us at nvg-inc.com to learn more about our services, view patent drawing samples, and discover helpful patent resources. We’re committed to more than just precision and USPTO compliance—we g

o the extra mile to ask the right questions and understand your needs, offering recommendations that add value to your patents. With a focus on confidentiality, reliability, and client-centered service, NVG-Inc delivers top-quality IP support that makes your job easier and enhances your applications.

In observance of Memorial Day, will be closed on Monday, May 25, 2026.We will resume normal business hours on Tuesday.Th...
05/22/2026

In observance of Memorial Day, will be closed on Monday, May 25, 2026.

We will resume normal business hours on Tuesday.

This Memorial Day, we also pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country.

Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful holiday weekend.

We are proud to support Peter Kosztolnik as he participates in this year’s Distinguished Gentleman's Ride 🏍️ On Sunday, ...
05/14/2026

We are proud to support Peter Kosztolnik as he participates in this year’s Distinguished Gentleman's Ride 🏍️ On Sunday, May 17th.

There’s still time to support the cause and even join the ride this Sunday.

Ride safe, Peter!

Can a Photo on a TV Box Cost $15 Million?A recently filed lawsuit on May 8th involving Dua Lipa and Samsung raises large...
05/12/2026

Can a Photo on a TV Box Cost $15 Million?

A recently filed lawsuit on May 8th involving Dua Lipa and Samsung raises larger questions about image rights, branding, packaging, and implied endorsement.

But beyond the celebrity headline, the story highlights something many companies overlook:

Visuals Carry Value.

Whether it’s trademarks, packaging, branding, patent drawings, or likeness rights... what people see 👀 can influence perception long before words do.

And in today’s world, perception can carry significant commercial and reputational impact.

Read More: British singer, Dua Lipa, alleges copyright, trademark and publicity rights violations. https://www.reuters.com/legal/litigation/dua-lipa-sues-samsung-15-million-allegedly-using-her-image-sell-tvs-2026-05-11/?utm_source=chatgpt.com

Most patent drawing delays don’t start with the drawings…they start before anything is drawn ✏️ It’s how the job is subm...
04/21/2026

Most patent drawing delays don’t start with the drawings…
they start before anything is drawn ✏️

It’s how the job is submitted.

We see it all the time:
– Files sent in pieces
– Multiple jobs buried in one email
– Vague notes that lead to revisions

And it slows everything down.

So we put together a quick, visual guide to fix it:

✔ 5 simple ways to avoid delays
✔ A bonus tip that saves time on repeat work
✔ A checklist you can run through before hitting send

The goal is simple:
cleaner submissions → faster turnaround → fewer revisions

⭐ Save this post and use the checklist on the last page before your next submission.

Because at the end of the day…

what you send determines how fast you file.

🚗 Toyota just filed a patent tackling one of hydrogen engines’ less talked about problems... what happens inside the sys...
04/14/2026

🚗 Toyota just filed a patent tackling one of hydrogen engines’ less talked about problems... what happens inside the system over time.

It’s not flashy… but it’s the kind of detail that determines whether the tech actually works.

And it’s exactly why, What You Show in a Patent Matters.

👇 Full article in the comments.

Most design issues aren’t obvious… until they cost you time and money 🕰️💲 That’s the challenge with product development....
04/08/2026

Most design issues aren’t obvious… until they cost you time and money 🕰️💲
That’s the challenge with product development. You’re often making decisions before you can fully see what you’re building.

This is where 3D modeling makes a difference.

It brings clarity early in the process, helping teams:
• catch issues sooner
• communicate ideas more clearly
• reduce guesswork before prototyping

We broke this down into 6 key ways it improves development
🔗 Link to full article in comments below 👇

04/05/2026

🌸🐰 Happy Easter from Northern Virginia Graphics 🐰🌸
A little Easter fun... but also a reminder of how powerful visuals can be 👀

When done right, patent drawings don’t just show an idea… they bring it to life.

🛑 Stop sending blurry screenshots as reference images.We get why it happens... quick, easy, done.⚠️ But here’s the probl...
04/02/2026

🛑 Stop sending blurry screenshots as reference images.
We get why it happens... quick, easy, done.

⚠️ But here’s the problem:
Screenshots lose detail
Lines blur
Dimensions get missed

And what should be a quick job turns into:
• More back-and-forth
• More revisions
• More time

And the accuracy of the final drawing can suffer.

When we get the actual files: STEP, CAD, PDF, .ai Everything is clearer, faster, and more accurate from the start 👍

Quick question:
What format do you usually send your reference images in?

📖 Read more: "Quality Reference Images Make Quality Patent Drawings" - link in comments 👇

How often do Design Patent Drawings get flagged 🚩, not because the invention is wrong, but because the drawings are?In o...
03/31/2026

How often do Design Patent Drawings get flagged 🚩, not because the invention is wrong, but because the drawings are?

In our work, we see clients come to us with drawings that require correction.

▪️Missing views
▪️Inconsistent dashed &. solid lines
▪️Lack of proper shading
▪️Margin and scaling issues
▪️Non-compliant formats

None of these are complicated, but they matter more than most realize.

They can delay examination, trigger objections, or limit what’s actually protected.

We broke down the 5 most common mistakes and how to avoid them in this carousel.

In design patents, what you show defines what you protect.

We catch these before the examiner does.
That’s where experience makes the difference.

Take a look 👇

Address

5003 Westfields Boulevard Unit 230038
Centreville, VA
20120

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

Telephone

+17035398883

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