This book explains the basics of color science and color measurement, and provides in-depth look at the range of measuring instruments available today. ICC (International Color Consortium) profiles are discussed in great detail, and procedures for profiling scanners, digital cameras, computer monitors, inkjet printers, and printing presses are thoroughly described. A definitive guide to color management.

From the Preface: “...Despite being around for a number of years, color management is confusing to many users...The purpose of this book is to explain color management so that you can understand the principles and practical aspects of this exciting new technology. Color management is a way of controlling color in digital imaging using software, hardware, and some systematic procedures. Color management has a number of unique features and cost-saving tools to offer — however, we must understand the concepts and processes before we can truly utilize and benefit from this very promising way of working...”

Target Audience: Intended for use in undergraduate and graduate programs, this book will also be valuable to digital photographers, production managers, print buyers, designers, prepress operators, printers, R&D personnel, trainers, and other professionals working with digital color.

Table of Contents:

Introduction

Color and Vision

Color by Numbers

Measuring Instruments

Inside Profiles

Scanner and Camera Profiles

Monitor Profiles

Press and Printer Profiles

Apple Utilities

Color Management in Photoshop

Profile Quality

Index