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roy@harrington.com

2003-02-08 by Bruce Kinch

>
>Well I don't run Linux so I can't provide Linux binaries, I run
>Mac OS X 10.2.3 and the binaries run on that.  The bit of
>source code I wrote should be fairly easy to port to Linux
>so a Linux solution is not at all out of the question.  In fact I
>have a friend with Linux so I'll investigate.
>
>The main goal is to provide a completely grayscale
>workflow and capability to control multiple gray inks and
>optional toner inks.   ImagePrint does more in terms of a
>layout tool but you have to use a supported ink set. 
>
>For me the flexibility of using anybody's inks is important
>and of course the fact that gimp-print is free is great.  I
>don't need all the bells & whistles that IP has.  For those
>using any of the MIS quadtone inks or the Piezo inks,
>using PS plugins or RGB workflows, I think this method
>should be easier and as good or better.   The one price
>you have to pay at least so far is working your own curves.

Hi Roy-

I am very interested in what you are doing, as I am also on a Mac and 
don't need the bells, whistles, or price of Imageprint. Where are you 
located?

Regards,

Bruce.


-- 
Bruce C. Kinch
Associate Professor of Photography
The Art Institute of Boston at Lesley University

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