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Awards
Reviews Formal review by Larry Bureau, Program Chair, Graphics
Communications Program Academic Comments and Reviews "CMYK Color: Visual & Digital References for Professionals is the best resource for color printing that I have seen. It covers practical color management, color correction, and production of accurate CMYK color images. The book addresses the complex issues related to color reproduction and provides practical solutions that are well defined and illustrated. This publication can definitely improve color education and color printing." Frank Romano, Fawcett Professor "CMYK Color: Visual & Digital References for Professionals provides professionals and the educational community with a reference tool that is very practical and covers all of the aspects of CMYK from theory, calibration, correction tools, referenced color targets, and basics of color management. As an excellent reference manual, we are adopting the text for students in our undergraduate/graduate "Color Management Applications" course for Fall 2004. Great job Gerald and Gary!" Dr. Philip D. Age, Digital Printing, Imaging, and Web Technology “CMYK Color: Visual & Digital References for Professionals, is very comprehensive. I appreciate the concise manner in which you convey information and I know students will, too. The book definitely reads as if you are learning from someone who truly knows what they are talking about. From an educator's perspective, the CD with original digital images from the “target colors" section is particularly helpful. The color correction sequence is also concise, to the point, and very well done. The overall package of information, including the web resources and links to color management, is exception, wonderfully printed and bound. Thanks for your hard work!" Thomas P. Bell, Ph.D., Department of Industry and Technology "The book CMYK Color: Visual & Digital References for Professionals is very well written, to-the-point, and handy. It explains the four-color printing process through various illustrations, and provides important Web links for more information. The inclusion of swatches is a great help for matching colors. Currently I am using it in my GCS-120, Color Management course as a reference because of its excellent examples. The step-by-step instructions for setting colors in Photoshop is very helpful. Overall, it is a "must have" book for all color management professionals." Dr. Devang Mehta, Professor, Graphic Communications and Technological
Studies “In CMYK Color: Visual & Digital References for Professionals, Gary Nichols and Gerald Fields address complex issues related to color reproduction, and provide practical solutions that are well defined and illustrated. Nichols and Fields provide a conceptual understanding necessary for color management with respect to industrial standards and practices." Dr. Thomas Schildgen, Department Chair/Professor "CMYK Color: Visual & Digital References for Professionals is a comprehensive guide that condenses an extensive array of process color principles into a practical and easy to understand source of information. The color practitioner will find this book and the accompanying reference materials to be an invaluable set of tools needed to comprehend and master the application of process color reproduction. This book bridges the educational gap between the simplistic ease of desktop computer application and the true complexities of process color. I commend the excellent work of the authors in providing the graphics field this much needed resource." Dr. Adrian J. Bernagozzi, Professor Emeritus, Graphic Imaging and Design
Technology “CMYK Color: Visual & Digital References for Professionals is an outstanding resource for practical color management, color correction, and production of accurate CMYK color images. The flesh color guidelines and Toolbox calibration scales make this book a “must have” reference for university-level color theory classes. This manual can definitely improve color education throughout the U.S.” Malcolm G. Keif, Graphic Communication “CMYK Color: Visual & Digital References for Professionals is succinct and gets to the “meat" of a topic without forcing the reader to plow through a lot of minor details. The layout and organization is straightforward and provides a clear overview of color for color printing. The large section on "reference colors" is especially informative. CMYK Color will definitely help me teach color theory and production methods to my students. Thanks!" Donna Pauler, Associate Professor, Digital Imaging "CMYK Color does an excellent job of covering both the basics of color theory and the practical aspects of color correction. The book also provides a nice overview of calibration and color management. The section on file formats is important for those who have little experience with graphic arts and does a good job of explaining why TIFF and EPS formats should be used for print production. Along with the target colors, which is important for even experienced individuals, there is a good review of flesh color correction for the various ethnic groups. The CD with images and web links further expands the features of the book." Thomas Bates, Associate Professor of Graphic Arts “Congratulations!.... the sections on ”Target Colors” and ”Flesh Tones” are outstanding. The more students understand the make-up of color on individual products and people, the faster they learn to apply color management knowledge.” Douglas Haines, Printing Services Coordinator "CMYK Color: Visual & Digital References for Professionals is a very well organized manual for anybody who is involved in the purchase or production of printed material. It is a "must have" reference for students and colleges because it guides them through the complexity of colour without appearing too technical. The manual can also assist people who are involved in the purchase of print media so they are fully aware of limitations in the production cycle and can liase with production personnel in a knowledgeable way. This manual answers the common questions that appear in most production centres each and every day." John Procter, Print Media Skills Centre “I have just purchased your book, CMYK Color: Visual & Digital References for Professionals. It is probably the best $100 I have spent this year. I appreciate the direct and practical help on virtually every page, as well as the calibration tools provided with the book. In less than half an hour I had recalibrated my flatbed scanner and am acquiring much higher quality scans requiring much less manipulation in Photoshop.” David Graves, Yearbook Advisor "CMYK Color: Visual & Digital References for Professionals is a valuable resource in our high school communications lab. Finally, we have a clear, concise, and effective resource that contributes to students' understanding of some complex concepts. The section regarding graphic resolution and file formats is particularly helpful. All of the explanations and accompanying examples help students understand the key topics within the areas of color correction, contrast, and image manipulation with Photoshop." Bill Mulvey, Department of Technology Education “I recently bought a copy of your book, CMYK Color: Visual & Digital References for Professionals. For all practical purposes this is a synopsis of my studies for the past four years at the University of Houston in graphic arts and printing technology. When I graduate in December I may sell some of my other textbooks, but not CMYK Color. The calibrated swatch pages, target color and flesh tone data, and the calibration scale in the Tool Box will help me for years to come. Thanks for the student discount!" Tan Nguyen, Technology Leadership & Supervision | ||||||||
