Soft proofing, test images and making real prints - When soft proofing runs out of steam
Looking at three similar art papers and how soft proofing compares with a good understanding of using test image and test prints. Why you should aim for soft proofing as an occasional use tool, not for every print. Part of my series of videos looking at how to get better looking prints and aspects of colour management. Test images and all my more detailed written articles are at https://www.northlight-images.co.uk/p... Still unsure of just what profiles do? See: • Stop Wasting Ink & Paper: The Beginner's G... [and the notes with it] The rag papers I'm testing, come from Paper Spectrum in the UK https://www.paperspectrum.co.uk/pinna... ----------------- My articles and videos are always free to access. Any help with running this channel is gratefully received. If you'd like to make a small donation, I have a Kofi page: "Buy me a coffee" https://ko-fi.com/keithcooper ----------------- I also have some affiliate links which earn me a commission if used. US Amazon photo/print gear: https://amzn.to/3l9vJC6 B&H Photo: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/?BI=2008... Adorama: https://www.adorama.com/?utm_source=r...

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