Print Production

Print Prep: The Workflow That Separates Pros from Hobbyists
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Print Prep: The Workflow That Separates Pros from Hobbyists

I’ve been shooting professionally for over twenty years, and I can tell you this: your editing skills mean nothing if your prints look like garbage. I’ve seen talented photographers lose clients because they didn’t understand color space, resolution, or basic file preparation. It’s not glamorous work, but it’s where money gets made or lost. Start with the Right Color Space This is non-negotiable. Shoot in Adobe RGB or ProPhoto RGB, but deliver everything for print in sRGB or the specific color profile your lab requires.

Print Prep Done Right: The Professional Photography Workflow That Protects Your Reputation
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Print Prep Done Right: The Professional Photography Workflow That Protects Your Reputation

I’ve been doing this long enough to have made every mistake once. The worst? Delivering prints that looked nothing like what my clients approved. I’ve learned that print prep isn’t something to rush through—it’s where the real work happens. Your Color Profile Is Non-Negotiable Here’s the truth: your monitor lies. That beautiful image on your screen will print differently unless you’re working with a proper color profile for your specific printer and paper combination.