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    Calculating Average Ink Cost

    in The Digital Darkroom: Process, Technique & Printing

    Posted

    <p>Hi, <br>

    I realize that this a bit of FAQ, but I haven't found what I consider a simple enough answer. Perhaps this is not one, but I am just looking for a rule of thumb to go by so that I can price my artwork and track my expenses a bit better. It doesn't have to be accurate to the dollar or anything like that. </p>

    <p>I am using Epson 4880 and would like to have some idea what the average cost is print per square inch. <br>

    I typically print 8 x 11 or 11 x 17 or 17 x 22 and would like to have some vague idea as to the cost of the ink being used. I realize the type of paper probably matters some and clearly the image will effect which colors are used etc, but I am not looking to be that precise. <br>

    Thanks in advance for any tips. </p>

    stuck installing .icc printer files / Mac OS 1.6

    in The Digital Darkroom: Process, Technique & Printing

    Posted

    <p>Thanks everyone. I think I am finally on top of this. My biggest mistake was not selecting computer-based color management. I had printer-based color management activated selected (and using epson Luster) was getting what I thought where pretty decent results. I think once I switch to computer-based color management (I hadn't realized that was more or less the standard for serious printing) I'll be OK. </p>

    <p>Thanks again. </p>

     

    stuck installing .icc printer files / Mac OS 1.6

    in The Digital Darkroom: Process, Technique & Printing

    Posted

    <p>Thanks everyone. I think I am finally on top of this. My biggest mistake was not selecting computer-based color management. I had printer-based color management activated selected (and using epson Luster) was getting what I thought where pretty decent results. I think once I switch to computer-based color management (I hadn't realized that was more or less the standard for serious printing) I'll be OK. </p>

    <p>Thanks again. </p>

     

    stuck installing .icc printer files / Mac OS 1.6

    in The Digital Darkroom: Process, Technique & Printing

    Posted

    <p>OK, I think my last post crossed with the one directly above it because I don't think I saw it before posting my last one. It clears up a few things. I didn't realize the media-type is hard wired. I thought adding icc files would add to those choices. <br>

    However, I am still a bit confused. I'd like to print from Lightroom using the Premium Canvas Satin media type since that the canvas I am going to use. I haven't opened the box yet, because I wanted to configure the computer first,but I'l give that a try.<br>

    Thanks,spencer </p>

     

    stuck installing .icc printer files / Mac OS 1.6

    in The Digital Darkroom: Process, Technique & Printing

    Posted

    <p>

    <p>Hi again, </p>

    <p>I attempted to grab the printer profile for:</p>

    <p>Premium Canvas Satin</p>

    <p>here:</p>

    <p>http://www.epson.com/cgi-bin/Store/jsp/Pro/ICCProfilesAll.do?BV_UseBVCookie=yes</p>

    <p>I contains two icc files and two pdf files.</p>

    <p>I tried putting them in the locations suggested above without success. </p>

    <p>I happen to be at the apple store right now and the genius is telling me the files I downloaded are for monitor calibration not printing and that likely the epson site download is incorrect... I am a bit skeptical about that, but still at a loss. </p>

    <p>Thanks again for the help.</p>

    <p>Spencer</p>

    <p> </p>

    </p>

    stuck installing .icc printer files / Mac OS 1.6

    in The Digital Darkroom: Process, Technique & Printing

    Posted

    <p>

    <p>Hi again, </p>

    <p>I attempted to grab the printer profile for:</p>

    <p>Premium Canvas Satin</p>

    <p>here:</p>

    <p>http://www.epson.com/cgi-bin/Store/jsp/Pro/ICCProfilesAll.do?BV_UseBVCookie=yes</p>

    <p>I contains two icc files and two pdf files.</p>

    <p>I tried putting them in the locations suggested above without success. </p>

    <p>I happen to be at the apple store right now and the genius is telling me the files I downloaded are for monitor calibration not printing and that likely the epson site download is incorrect... I am a bit skeptical about that, but still at a loss. </p>

    <p>Thanks again for the help.</p>

    <p>Spencer</p>

    <p> </p>

    </p>

    stuck installing .icc printer files / Mac OS 1.6

    in The Digital Darkroom: Process, Technique & Printing

    Posted

    <p>

    <p>Hi<br>

    I was wondering how to install new printer .icc files under Mac OS X 1.6.2<br>

    I just downloaded some new icc files from epson (well, just means about 2 hours ago) and despite lots of querying can't figure out to install them so that they show up in the printer settings -> basic tab -> Media Type drop down menu. <br>

    (I am trying to use them from lightroom, but doubt the application should matter, right?)<br>

    Any help greatly appreciated. <br>

    Thanks in advance,<br>

    Spencer</p>

     

    </p>

    Epson 3800 VS. 4880

    in The Digital Darkroom: Process, Technique & Printing

    Posted

    <p>Hi, <br>

    After reading this really helpful thread, I am still left wondering which printer to invest in. <br>

    Here's some info:<br>

    This will be my first serious color printer. <br>

    I print low volume on paper and canvas. <br>

    I plan to find a paper I like and stick to it. <br>

    I have limited space (I know this strongly suggests the 3880)<br>

    Then ability to do rolls (especially in regards to canvas) is appealing. <br>

    The lack of a paper try in the 3880 is a concern. (What does this mean exactly, each sheet is hand fed?). <br>

    The current price of the 4880 including rebate puts it pretty close to the 3880, I think. (I need to double check that). $1319.95 for the 4880 while the 3880 is either 1,295.00 or 1,495.00 (Graphic Arts Edition). <br>

    What is the difference between the Graphic Arts Edition and standard? (Does the Graphic Arts Edition come with ink or something?)<br>

    Any additional comments appreciated. <br>

    Thanks. </p>

    Color Calibration Question

    in The Digital Darkroom: Process, Technique & Printing

    Posted

    <p>

    <p>Hi, <br>

    I have recently be advised by a couple of professional photographers that if I am not color calibrating my monitors I am not doing an important post processing step when developing my images. <br>

    One of the gentlemen was more adamant about the importance of this than the other, but both calibrated their monitors. The less enthusiastic photographer said, "yeah, I do this, probably not enough, but I don't notice a huge difference, and the monitors these days seem to stay calibrated."<br>

    One was a Mac user and the other had Dell equipment. I'll note that the less enthusiastic photographer seemed to do less print work. <br>

    I got the following recommendations:</p>

     

    <blockquote>

    <p>X-Rite Eye-One Display LT Color Management Solution (low end)<br>

    X-Rite ColorMunki Photo Color Management Solution (high end)</p>

    </blockquote>

    <p>The less enthusiastic photographer used some version of a Spyder, but I didn't get the specific version.<br>

    To follow this up, I have done some reading on photo.net including this one:</p>

     

    <blockquote>

    <p>http://www.photo.net/equipment/color-calibration/datacolor-spyder3-elite/</p>

    </blockquote>

    <p>where the author by saying:</p>

    <blockquote>

    <p> "I have put a roof over my head and food on my table as a professional photographer for a decade now...However, I am almost embarrassed to admit that I have never once done any serious color calibration on any monitor I have owned. " </p>

    </blockquote>

    <p>but then goes on to give a thorough review. <br>

    At this point I guess calibration is something I should start doing if I am serious about post processing my images successfully. I wonder if there's anyone out there who would disagree with that point?<br>

    Having concluded that, I am now left wondering which device to purchase. I was looking to get some comments regarding the choices. <br>

    While I hate buying things twice, in this case, I think I'd prefer to get something basic and economical rather than something I might use the down the road. <br>

    Here are some details that should effect my decision:<br>

    I use a Mac and with Apple Cinema Displays. <br>

    I print my images to paper and canvas. I also display them on the web (who doesn't, I guess). I also plan (but actually haven't yet) to get albums printed by the likes of MyPublisher. <br>

    I currently do not own a printer and have been relying on service bureaus to tweak my images before printing them. (I want to stop having them do that.)<br>

    I am currently also trying to decide if I want to invest in either an Epson 3880 or 4880 printer or continue to outsource my printing. <br>

    If I continue to outsource, I want to take more active role in preparing my images for print. <br>

    I have been told that if I get high quality printer like the Epson 3880 or 4880 it will come with a color profile, and I won't need to calibrate it and that I should worry about getting a device like the Spyder that does just that. <br>

    I'd welcome specific Spyder recommendations, if I should actually worry about printer calibration, as well as opinions about the Spyder vs. X-Rite specifically under Mac OS X. <br>

    Finally, how often do Cinema Display users find they need to calibrate their monitors?<br>

    Thanks in advance. <br>

    S. </p>

    <p> </p>

    </p>

    Looking for a teacher

    in Education & Resource

    Posted

    <p>Hi, <br>

    I posted this question about a year ago and while I got some helpful suggestions, I failed to find what I was looking for:<br>

    someone to help me learn how to successfully post process color digital images using tools like Lightroom and Photoshop.<br>

    I have some level of skill with both products, but enough to really get what I consider to be successful results consistently with either product. <br>

    I leave in eastern Massachusetts and I am looking for a professional photographer who is interested in training me one on one. <br>

     

    <p>

    <p>I am a long time amateur photographer. I am a full time software developer. I have been slowing trying to develop a part time business as a life style photographer doing informal family portraits. I have done lots of B&W work and taken photo courses in high school, college and while working. I used to know my way around a traditional dark room. I am looking to develop my chops in the digital dark room. Some of my work can found here: http://smarks.zenfolio.com and here http://thewinterway.com/photos</p>

    Other reasons I am looking for a one on one situation include my schedule (which is somewhat restrictive) and more importantly how I learn. I know I'd benefit from a one on one teaching scenario that can be tailored to just what I am looking for (and what the teacher things I need).

    <br>

    If you enjoy teaching / mentoring and think you might be interested in helping me a long, please get in touch and we'll see what can work out. I can pay cash for training but would also be interested in bartering my skills as a software developer for your skills as a photographer, or perhaps you need a second shooter for some gigs? (I have all my own equipment). </p>

    <br>

    Thanks in advance, Spencer</p>

    <p> </p>

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