Production for Print

Production for Print
Author: Mark Gatter
Publisher: Laurence King Publishing
Total Pages: 160
Release: 2010-09-22
Genre: Design
ISBN: 9781856696999

This book gives graphic designers the confidence to do everything necessary to ensure trouble-free, high-qualityprintingto calibrate images; adjust trapping levels; and mix colors that wont print as something that is a complete surprise. It explains scanning and resolution, and discusses good and bad image formats, describing techniques to make images look good in print. There is advice on how to get accurate quotes from a printer, a checklist to use when sending a job to print, and a glossary of print production terms.

A Guide to Graphic Print Production

A Guide to Graphic Print Production
Author: Kaj Johansson
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 402
Release: 2012-02-23
Genre: Design
ISBN: 1118184874

The fully revised edition of the most comprehensive and up-to-date reference on print production All graphic designers and illustrators must be familiar with the steps involved in preparing their work for publication. Now completely revised to reflect the latest technology and trends, A Guide to Graphic Print Production, Third Edition is the complete guide to the entire process of print production, from the early stages of conception and planning, to the technical stages of manufacturing and off-press processing. Structured around the graphic print production flow, essential material is included for all aspects of the process including coverage of computers, color management, layouts, digital images, image editing, prepress, paper, printing, finishing and binding, legal issues, environmental issues, and more. A practical reference to keep at your fingertips, this new edition: Covers the entire production process, from conception to manufacturing to archiving Covers new topics, such as variable data printing, sustainability, large/wide format printing, inks, and color management Is full color throughout, with updated images and screenshots Includes sidebars offering design tips, troubleshooting hints, and key points to consider for every stage of design Delivering information that reflects all aspects essential for understanding the ins and outs of digital printing, A Guide to Graphic Print Production, Third Edition is an ideal resource for students and professionals of graphic design, print production, production technology, and visual communication.

Real World Print Production

Real World Print Production
Author: Claudia McCue
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2007
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 9780321410184

Everything designers need to know to create trouble-free print jobs in one industrial-strength reference!

The Basics of Print Production

The Basics of Print Production
Author: Mary Hardesty
Publisher: Gatfpress
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2002
Genre: Printing
ISBN: 9780883623336

Walking you through the process of transforming a creative concept to a delivered, printed piece, this manual explores the fundamental elements, processes, and procedures in all facets of the graphic arts. Visual aids and samples make this handbook useful as an introduction or training tool to improve communication.

Designer's Guide to Print Production

Designer's Guide to Print Production
Author: Kayanna Pace
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2002
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 9780130194664

This book combines the basics of print production technology with design to give designers the knowledge they need to prepare designs for print.This book covers the fundamentals of printing including file set up, pre-press, the production process, and print production technology.For designers and print production artists who want a basic understanding of the printing process and the technology involved.

Art and Print Production

Art and Print Production
Author: N. N. Sarkar
Publisher: OUP India
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2013-05-23
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 9780198085560

Art and Print Production 2e is a comprehensive textbook specially designed for undergraduate and postgraduate degree/diploma students of various mass communication, printing, and design courses. The book succinctly covers the entire gamut of the theory, technologies, and applications of art and print production and illustrates them vividly through numerous examples, figures, exhibits, and tables.

Handbook of Print Media

Handbook of Print Media
Author: Helmut Kipphan
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 1221
Release: 2014-02-27
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 3540299009

Printers nowadays are having to learn new technologies if they are to remain competitive. This innovative, practical manual is specifically designed to cater to these training demands. Written by an expert in the field, the Handbook is unique in covering the entire spectrum of modern print media production. Despite its comprehensive treatment, it remains an easy-to-use, single-volume reference, with all the information clearly structured and readily retrievable. The author covers both traditional as well as computer-aided technologies in all stages of production, as well as electronic media and multimedia. He also deals with training, research, strategies and trends, showing readers how to implement the latest methods. With 1,200 pages, containing 1,500 illustrations - over half in colour - the Handbook conveys the current state of technology together with its specific terminology. The accompanying CD-ROM includes the entire manual in fully searchable form, plus additional software tools. Invaluable information for both beginners and "old hands" in printing works, publishing houses, trade associations, the graphics industry, and their suppliers.

Real World Print Production with Adobe Creative Cloud

Real World Print Production with Adobe Creative Cloud
Author: Claudia McCue
Publisher: Pearson Education
Total Pages: 392
Release: 2014
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 0321970322

Sharpen your print production skills with this definitive resource created specifically for design professionals who need to create files using the Adobe Creative Cloud, including InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Acrobat and output for printing. The previous edition was steady seller, helping designers who have no training in print get up and running quickly and not make expensive mistakes on their projects. Completely updated for CS6 and the CC, this book also helps designers with some print experience tackle more complex projects. The book covers all the Adobe Suite programs they need to know to produce successful projects, rather than buying 4 or 5 different books. This book is considered the complete resource for understanding the print cycle, how ink works on paper, managing fonts, using color spaces, handling images, and preparing files for print or electronic output. Print expert Claudia McCue shares her hands-on techniques to prepare files, edit photos and graphics, and prevent common problems without missing a deadline. This book is brimming with insightful advice, illustrations, and shortcuts that will have you quickly and professionally producing your work in no time. Covers: Acrobat XI, InDesign CC, Photoshop CC, and Illustrator CC for Macintosh and Windows

Learn Graphics Design and Print Production Fundamentals

Learn Graphics Design and Print Production Fundamentals
Author: Ken Jeffery
Publisher:
Total Pages: 196
Release: 2017-12-12
Genre:
ISBN: 9781973455295

Graphic Design and Print Production Fundamentals was created by the Graphic Communications Open TextbookCollective Design itself is only the first step. It is important when conceiving of a new design that the entire workflow through toproduction is taken into consideration. And while most modern graphic design is created on computers, using designsoftware such as the Adobe suite of products, the ideas and concepts don't stay on the computer. To create in-storesignage, forinstance, the ideas need to be completed in the computersoftware, then progress to an imaging (traditionallyreferred to as printing) process. This is a very wide-reaching and varied group of disciplines. By inviting a group ofselect experts to author the chapters of this textbook, our goal is to specifically focus on different aspects of the designprocess, from creation to production

The All New Print Production Handbook

The All New Print Production Handbook
Author: David Bann
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2011
Genre: Printing
ISBN: 9782888931591

Now fully updated and revised to include the latest hardware and software standards, The All New Print Production Handbook is a unique, practical and incisive reference resource revealing and explaining every aspect of print production. Traditional and specialist printing and binding techniques are discussed in detail, and the book also provides a forward-looking and insightful analysis of current and next-generation digital layout and print production processes.Every stage of the creative process is explained in clear, concise text, accompanied by color diagrams: From concept and planning through digital workflow, color management, font and image usage, to file formats, proofing, paper selection, signatures and extent, printing techniques, finishes, post production, and distribution. Covering all print products from bespoke limited editions to locally produced low-cost items, The All New Print Production Handbook is the bible of print production for industry professionals and students alike.