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Spot vs. Process Color

Spot colors are pre-mixed inks that can be used instead of (or in addition to) blending layers of CMYK ink with a halftone pattern. There are several reasons to print with a spot color: it can be less expensive, it’s more consistent, and it’s unique. Economy Not every job is […]

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CMYK vs. RGB

CMYK & RGB are two common color spaces in printing & graphic design. What is the difference, why does it matter, and how do we properly use each? The Basics: CMYK creates colors with pigment, RGB creates colors with light. CMYK: Printing with cyan, magenta, yellow, and black ink is […]

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