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Re: [Digital BW] Brown Tones w/ Carbon inks

2010-02-03 by Paul Grant

Dave,

You want to get a sample set from Jon Cone.

He has a number of inksets that might fit what your looking for.    And his sample pack is a great way to see whats there.

Paul
On Feb 3, 2010, at 1:10 PM, Dave wrote:

> The idea of an all-carbon approach appeals to me. The most appealing 
> aspect of it is the lack of illuminant metameric failure. From what 
> I've read here, the color of all-carbon ink doesn't change with the 
> light. If I can find an all-carbon inkset that fits within the color 
> range I'm looking for, I'll go for it. I also like the idea of being 
> able to achieve more control over the tonal range in my prints, using 
> QTR.
> 
> All I need now is a recommendation for an all-carbon inkset that will 
> fit within my chosen color range without the addition of color 
> pigments. That's why I posted my settings - I'm hoping someone on the 
> list can say, "Yeah. I know what your trying to get. My prints with 
> (insert inkset) would give you that kind of color."
> 
> On Feb 3, 2010, at 1:40 PM, David Kachel wrote:
> 
> >
> > On Feb 3, 2010, at 2:31 PM, dlruckus wrote:
> >
> > > There are various ways to get whatever colors you are looking for.
> >
> > Using only pigments? Otherwise, might as well stick with OEM inks.
> >
> > David Kachel
> >
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> >
> > 
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