If you follow us on social media, you've probably noticed that we like to share cool color content from others in our community. But it's been awhile since we've put some of them in a roundup and explained why we share this content. We've also found some new ones. So here are some of our favorites: Colorschemer Network: Twitter Handle: @colorschemez What it is: While we aren't usually fans of bots, this …
Introducing ColorCasters Color Management Consulting and Training
In July 2017, ColorCasters was formed by ColorMetrix Technologies' co-founder Jim Raffel. For 20+ years, ColorMetrix has been primarily a software and technology company. Changes in the industry have brought about a bigger need for consulting and training in color management. As a company, ColorCasters will fill this need while still relying on ColorMetrix as a technology partner. To better explain ColorCasters and the …
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Why you should attend Color Management Boot Camp if you work in print
Last month, I was fortunate enough to attend one of SGIA's quarterly Color Management Boot Camps. Now I want to tell you about my experience and why I believe the boot camp would be beneficial for anyone who works in print. How is the boot camp structured? The Color Management Boot Camps are coordinated by SGIA's Ray Weiss who is a Digital Imaging Specialist. He brings in several industry experts as instructors. The …
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How Is Pantone’s Color of the Year Decided?
If you have been following our monthly Reading Lists, you know that the 2017 Color of the Year as determined by Pantone LLC is called Greenery. Each year since 2000, Pantone has determined and announced a Color of the Year (except in 2016, when the company named two: Rose Quartz and Serenity). But what is the Color of the Year and how does it get chosen? Pantone: The Authority on Color First, you have to understand …
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