Digital BW, The Print

Hi Paul:

I really like the Solux MR-16 50 watt bulbs. They are best in track lighting, but you can purchase them and use them in various fixtures. I would avoid most bulbs that are named "full spectrum" since that doesn't tell you enough about them. I also prefer the Solux MR-16's to fluorescent.

You might find this article on the topic that I wrote a few years back helpful:
<http://photofocus.com/2010/05/08/monitor-to-print-matching-part-i-choosing-the-right-proofing-light/>

Solux also sells adaptor fixtures for about $80 that can be very useful:
<https://www.solux.net/cgi-bin/tlistore/adapter.html>

Avoid their PAR20 bulbs since none come close to 5000K.

They have good clamp-on fixtures:
<https://www.solux.net/cgi-bin/tlistore/clampon.html>

Another option is this fixture from Pegasus Lighting ($55 and free shipping):
<http://www.pegasuslighting.com/display-light-mr16-halogen-flexible-arm-pal305.html>

All the best,
Andrew

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On Aug 21, 2013, at 2:08 AM, "pglombick" <glombick@...> wrote:

> I have recently moved to a new house and need supplemental lighting for my print-making room. My old room had abundant diffuse natural light. I was wondering what light is the best for the printmaking process. I have read that full-spectrum 5000K is perceived as neutral by the human eye. What are other people using, and where can you get these lights?
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> Thanks.
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> Paul 
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