The K in CMYK stands for "Key", but don't let anyone get away with that because it doesn't answer the question; the answer is much more interesting than that. The "key plate" is said to add the "detail" to a printed image. This is true in that the black plate in a four color process… Read more »
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Here's a great example of why graphic design leans more towards science than art. When designing something for print, the topic of "Rich Black" may come up, so here are a few questions to think about before continuing: What is "Rich Black"? Why is rich black not made up of 100% of CMYK? When should… Read more »
Chris Blakley is the digital design and development strategist at Pinckney Hugo Group in New York.
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