Training

We work on site or remotely to train individuals and small groups on basic lab and darkroom operations. Many benifit from focused time and the ability to ask questions and test their learning as progress is made.

Troubleshooting roller transport processors

• identifying sources of print imperfections
• tracking measurable variables for consistent service
• general electronic and mechanical design

Practical color reproduction

• input, output and "device independent" color spaces
• color transformations, ICC rendering intents
• talking about color (scientific, layman and printers languages)

Understanding RA-4 color printing

• general subtractive color theory
• modern color materials
• the orange mask
• printing language

Dip and dunk processing elements

• running a replenished chemical system
• bleach regeneration
• understanding gas burst agitation
• component review
• interpreting results

Sensitometry and process control

• spectral attributes
• DlogE curves / pushing film
• color
• processing variables