Are your prints not looking as good as you'd like? Tired of wasting paper and ink? There are many variables at play in the production of a print. Image resolution, print output resolution and paper type are just a few of the more commonly known variables. Pros know, however, that getting the ultimate results from your printer means going a little deeper than fiddling with these simple parameters. Join us in our computer lab where we'll show you what serious photographers do to get their serious prints. From calibrating your monitor to following through a colour managed workflow, we'll show you how to make brilliant images come out of your printer every time.

Prerequisites:

PS Elements 101 or equivalent knowledge

Course Outline:

- Colour Management: we'll show you how to ensure accurate and predictable colour every step of the way in your workflow.
- Resolution Overview: Image size, pixels per inch, dots per inch. Understanding image pixel dimensions and print output resolution
- Preparing & Optimizing Your File Before Printing: image preparation & optimizing techniques including cropping, sharpening, colour & contrast enhancement.
- Print Setting Dialogue Box, Inks, Papers & Paper Profiles

Who Should Attend?

This Workshop is designed for anyone who is interested in making prints and uses an Epson or Canon printer. If you've found that your print that you make doesn't match what you see on the screen, we can help you through the workflow so you can get the best possible results, and stop wasting ink and paper.

Study Notes:

At the end of the course you will be provided with an access code to download class notes from our website. These notes are great for reviewing the topics discussed in class.

What To Bring To Class:

Bring one of your favourite EDITED 6 Megapixel or higher JPG, RAW images on a CD/DVD or USB key.
In this class, we will help you format and print a 13x19 of one of your favourite images, using our Epson or Canon printer.