I always ask if the client is using a calibrated screen. If not, I ask if they have an art department, and if that screen is color calibrated. If they are local and I'm meeting them for a discussion, I'll offer to setup their Photoshop monitor using Adobe Gamma. That will get them better color, and they appreciate the time you took to make it so.
If their really serious about color, I'll calibrate their monitors using Eye-one, as part of a color management consultation. It seems to be less of a problem as time goes by as old monitors die. Clients are also using better monitors, and much of my clientele depend on their monitors as much as I do. I ask up-front when working with a first-time client about their monitors and viewing conditions, particularly if they are not "in the trade." Offer to help your clients, either in person or via the phone or email. It's a good service for you and them. I enjoy this forum as the truly professional group that it is. You are a wealth of knowledge. Regards from Tennessee, where it's beautiful spring! Stephen http://www.stephengreenfield.ws Architectural, Commercial, Editorial Photographic Services - -----Original Message----- Subject: [PRODIG] Colour balance in different programs I have recently had to fend off criticism from a client (not a designer) who received my photo via email. His email program showed the picture in a more favourable colour than his unset up version of photoshop on his uncalibrated monitor. My question is what is the best way to explain to people why the two programs should be so different in as quick and easy way as possible. Hugh =============================================================== GO TO http://www.prodig.org for ~ GUIDELINES ~ un/SUBSCRIBING ~ ITEMS for SALE
