printing different than screen

[ilookalot]

hi everybody i am having a small problem when i print photos .they come out slightly different as far as exposure goes than what i see on the monitor .eg a bit darker when they print how do i fix this.they look great on the monitor s.o.c with no editing at all. i think what i am trying to say is how do i get the printer (epson stylus rx430) to be the same as the screen picture.thanks for any advice .Kym

[Car2n]

Dark prints = Monitor too bright.
Usually monitors are set too bright from the factory for proper photo editing/viewing. Turn it down at least 50%. It will seem strange at first but your eyes will adjust to it.
More importantly, you should calibrate the monitor with a calibrating device. There are several different brands. Search for Eye One, Monaco Optix, Colorvision Spider, Pantone Huey, to name a few.
Also it is important to use the proper papers and ICC print profiles for your printer.

[OsmosisStudios]

ALso keep in mind that your monitor shows things in RGB, but printers print in CMYK, which will affect colours and brightness.

[WVCoalMiner]

I just ordered the Spyder Express off of Amazon for $59. The Pro version has the exact same calibrator you put on the screen as the Express version and if you are google proficient you can find the Pro software to use with the Express calibrator LOL

[ilookalot]

Originally Posted by OsmosisStudios

ALso keep in mind that your monitor shows things in RGB, but printers print in CMYK, which will affect colours and brightness.

thanks OS will have to do some reading on printers cheers kym

[ilookalot]

Originally Posted by WVCoalMiner

I just ordered the Spyder Express off of Amazon for $59. The Pro version has the exact same calibrator you put on the screen as the Express version and if you are google proficient you can find the Pro software to use with the Express calibrator LOL

thanks WV will have a look tonight .

[OsmosisStudios]

Originally Posted by kym baddack

thanks OS will have to do some reading on printers cheers kym

How so? Printers all print in CMYK colour space. The CMYK space is smaller than RGB and most colours lose out in saturation making them look washed out. Working in retail where part of the job is printing, I think im qualified.

A friendly reminder: youre the one asking for help on the subject. Mocking those that are offering help will NOT win you friends.

[ilookalot]

Originally Posted by OsmosisStudios

How so? Printers all print in CMYK colour space. The CMYK space is smaller than RGB and most colours lose out in saturation making them look washed out. Working in retail where part of the job is printing, I think im qualified.

A friendly reminder: youre the one asking for help on the subject. Mocking those that are offering help will NOT win you friends.

sorry OsmosisStudios it should read ....thanks OS , " I should do some reading on printers" no mocking intended just a simple typo sorry for that