Mastering Digital Printing

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Written for photographers, digital and traditional artists, printmakers, educators, and marketers, this authoritative guide serves as a complete reference to the evolving world of digital printing for photography and fine art. It offers a thorough introduction to this expanding medium, detailed instructions in the latest digital printing techniques, and an inspiring Gallery Showcase featuring exemplary digitally imaged and printed art and photography. The book combines an overview with practical how-to guidance, walking readers through a complete, step-by-step workflow for creating high-quality inkjet prints. It addresses the pros and cons of various print technologies, including digital photoprint (LightJet, Lambda), photo processes (Fuji Frontier, Pictrography), dye sublimation, and electrophotography (color lasers). Key topics include selecting the right inkjet printer, choosing inks and papers, color management, print permanence, and the differences between original prints and reproductions. Additional features include a resource section with listings of digital suppliers and galleries, sidebars, charts, diagrams, and photographs that enhance the text, as well as a comprehensive history of digital fine-art printmaking and the true origin of the term "giclee." This guide is an essential resource for anyone involved in digital printing of photographic or fine-art images.