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Great Article on How to Solve a Recent Color Management Issue

Andrew Darlow — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 14:32:49 +0000

I just read an article by Mark Dubovoy covering a recent issue with printing targets for custom profiles using Apple Snow Leopard (10.6), Epson drivers and Apple Computers on Luminous-landscape.com. I’ve delayed my official update to Snow Leopard because I usually like to wait a few months to upgrade after initial testing. I’ll be testing this approach with Epson and other drivers soon.

You can find the article here with a step-by-step workaround to fix the problem:
http://www.luminous-landscape.com/tutorials/solving.shtml

Interview Segment on Photofocus Podcast

Andrew Darlow — Wed, 06 May 2009 15:51:37 +0000

I recently had the honor of being interviewed for a segment of Photofocus, a podcast and website run by Scott Bourne. Most of the show is a collection of questions from readers/listeners of the show, and I think that the information presented is excellent. The main contributors to the show are Scott Bourne and Rick Sammon. They have both put a lot of film and flash cards through many cameras, and they really know their stuff.

On the show I answered some questions about how inkjet papers can be used for things other than traditional prints, and I covered some suggestions regarding image resolution.

The site is filled with a lot of photo tips and info, and I believe it is well worth a look for newbies to professional photographers. Visit this page on the site to listen to the show and read the show notes, or you can subscribe to the podcast on their site.

Review of the HP Designjet Z3200 on PopPhoto.com

Andrew Darlow — Thu, 30 Apr 2009 00:56:59 +0000

I recently had a chance to conduct a hands-on review of the HP Designjet Z3200 inkjet printer for Popular Photography Magazine’s May issue. I tested the Postscript edition (Z3200ps) in the 24-inch-wide version. You can read the full review on PopPhoto.com here. It’s a very impressive machine.

Inkjet FAQ002: Finding Output (Paper) Profiles in Mac OSX

Andrew Darlow — Sat, 17 Jan 2009 22:51:33 +0000

Inkjet FAQ 002: I can’t find my Canon, Epson or HP profiles in my Profiles folder, but I see them in the Photoshop Profiles dropdown list under File>Print, and when I choose “Other” in the Color Management section in Lightroom’s Print Module. Why oh why???

When you install a printer driver from a CD, or by downloading it from the printer manufacturer’s website to make sure it is a current version (recommended), printer profiles are generally a part of the install. For Mac users using OSX, the profiles will usually be placed in one of three places:

1. /Library/ColorSync/Profiles (visible and usable by all users).

2. In your User folder (next to the house icon)/Library/ColorSync/Profiles (visible and usable by just the current User).

or here:

3. Main Hard Drive with your OSX system files/Library/Printers

What’s interesting is that OSX Spotlight searches for the profiles in Number 3 above don’t appear to work (at least they didn’t for me). Files in that section may be considered special files, and I’m sure a Unix/OSX systems expert will know exactly why that’s happening.

Also note that you will need to restart Photoshop (or any other color management aware application from which you are printing) if Photoshop is open when you add profiles to your Profiles folder. That will allow the profile list in Photoshop to refresh.

A more efficient way to find all the profiles on your system is by using a great application that comes free with your Mac. It is called “ColorSync Utility” and can be found in your Applications/Utilities folder.

One section of the Apple ColorSync Utility with the “Profiles” icon selected.

After launching the application, choose “Profiles” from the icons at the top of the screen, and then look down the list on the left of the screen. If you look inside the item named “Other” you will see the path to the “hidden profiles” that I mentioned in Number 3 above. You can also take a look at the profile in 3D color space.

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A Few Spaces Remain for Upcoming Full Day Class 1/9/2009 in NJ

Andrew Darlow — Mon, 29 Dec 2008 23:49:26 +0000

I just checked with Nancy Ori and learned that there are a few spaces still available for the upcoming Full Day Inkjet Printing Class that I’ll be conducting on Friday, 1/9/2009 in Berkeley Heights, NJ. The workshop is entitled: Fine-Art Inkjet Printing Full Day Workshop: How to Prepare Files and Make Gallery-Quality Prints and it is limited to just five participants. I’ve conducted about ten of these at Nancy Ori Studios over the last six months, and the response I’ve received from attendees has been fantastic. You can read the full class description and some testimonials on this page. The early registration discount ends on Tuesday, December 30, 2008 (total including materials fee is $249 instead of $294).

A two-page PDF brochure with pricing and information can be found here. To register, call Nancy Ori Studio at (908) 790-8820 or e-mail Nancy Ori here.

New Interview on TWiP: Some Suggested Inkjet Printers

Andrew Darlow — Wed, 15 Oct 2008 19:56:45 +0000

I was recently interviewed by Scott Bourne of TWIP (This Week in Photography) about some of the inkjet printers I recommend (you can see the comments that follow the article for one correction about a RIP I mentioned).

Here is a link to the article where you can either subscribe to the podcast or just listen to the interview as an mp3.

I think that the TWiP site offers a wealth of info about photography and imaging.

Epson Print Academy Article Just Posted on ImagingBuffet.com

Andrew Darlow — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 13:11:47 +0000

I just posted an announcement about the newest Epson Print Academy, which is a live, 15 city event that will be launched on Nov. 8 in Atlanta, GA.

You can find the article on The Imaging Buffet here.

Another Full-Day Fine Art Printing Workshop in NJ Added: 8/14/2008

Andrew Darlow — Mon, 14 Jul 2008 14:44:17 +0000

On Thursday, August 14, 2008 from 10:00AM-5:00PM, I’ll be conducting another full-day fine-art inkjet printing workshop entitled: How to Prepare Files and Make Gallery-Quality Prints at Nancy Ori Studio in Berkeley Heights, NJ.

Five of the same full-day workshops have already filled, but as of today (7/14/2008), some space remains for this workshop. For a full description of this full day workshop (limited to just five participants), I’ve created a two page brochure with a full overview of the class. You can download it below:

Thurs., August 14th workshop (limited to five participants)
http://www.inkjettips.com/20080814NJseminar.pdf

All the best!
-Andrew

Free Virtual Inkjet Printing Seminar Wednesday, July 9, 2008

Andrew Darlow — Wed, 09 Jul 2008 19:16:30 +0000

On Wednesday, July 9, 2008 from 10-11pm EST (7-8PM PST) I’ll be conducting a free virtual inkjet printing seminar. It’s for subscribers of my Inkjet and Imaging Tips Newsletter. If you already receive the newsletter, you should have received an e-mail with a link to the event page.

If you’d like to attend, just fill in your name and e-mail in the form at the bottom of this announcement. You will then receive instructions for how you can attend the event. No phone is necessary to listen-just your computer’s speakers (or headphones).

What will be covered:

• Selected questions will be answered from those who ask them prior to the event, and some frequently asked inkjet-related questions will be answered.
• An overview of my book: 301 Inkjet Tips and Techniques: An Essential Printing Resource for Photographers.
• A tip that you can use to quickly fix a printer (and many other items).
• A few special offers just for people who attend the live event.

I hope to have you join me this evening! If you can’t make the live event, all of our newsletter subscribers will receive a link to the audio and video 24 hours after the event.

To sign up for the event, sign up for our free newsletter featuring Inkjet & Imaging Tips below. BONUS: Receive a tip each week from the book, plus a Resolution Chart and info to help determine file sizes for printing:

Two New Full-Day Fine Art Printing Workshops Added: 8/16/2008 and 8/18/2008

Andrew Darlow — Tue, 08 Jul 2008 16:36:24 +0000

On Saturday, August 16, 2008 from 10:00AM-5:00PM, and Monday, August 18, 2008 from 10:00AM-5:00PM, I’ll be giving two separate full-day fine-art inkjet printing workshops entitled: How to Prepare Files and Make Gallery-Quality Prints at Nancy Ori Studio in Berkeley Heights, NJ.

Three of the same full-day workshops have already filled, but as of today (7/8/2008), some space remains for these two. For a full description of these full day workshops (limited to just five participants each), I’ve created a two page brochure with a full overview of the classes. You can download them below:

Sat., August 16th workshop (limited to five participants)
http://www.inkjettips.com/2008816NJseminar.pdf

Mon., August 18th workshop (limited to five participants)
http://www.inkjettips.com/2008818NJseminar.pdf

I hope to meet some of you there!
-Andrew

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