Soft Proofing


Soft Proofing


Soft proofing converts the image output profile of the desired printer ready for print. This process can only be achieved with a calibrated monitor. this is the stage before 'hard proofing'.

This gives an accurate representation of a digital file on the monitor before it is printed. This visual replaces a digital hard copy. 

What is required ?

  • A high quality calibrated monitor
  • A USB instrument
  • Custom ICC
  • Colour accurate software

Colour Profiles

 In Adobe Photoshop, the first process is to use a designated software to calibrate your monitor. This will ensure you images are a close to your image on screen than it can possibly be. Depending on specific winter and paper will determine how you're finished image will produce. In photoshop and custom you can simulate the correct printer used for printing. When printing you are able to select your colour intent. Rendering intent will make your images look as good as possible. By selecting these options you can view on your screen but soft proofing must be switched on. 

My Soft Proof Image 

I have decided to use https://www.theprintspace.co.uk/professional-giclee-art-printing/  for my choice of online printing lab. The reason being my images are high contrast and have pop of colour.

Following the instruction on the website I changed my colour soft proofing profile below with screen grabs.





















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