Pewaukee, Wisconsin -- The Institute for Graphics and Imaging (IGI)—an education and training organization funded by and dedicated to the printing and graphic arts industry—has announced two color seminars.  The first, to be held Tuesday, May 19, 2009, will cover how-to techniques for troubleshooting color control issues for any output device.  The second, to be held the following day, will deal with setting up a color management system for an entire workflow.  Both sessions will be conducted by David Hunter, a veteran graphic arts industry color expert.  Hunter was responsible for the Graphic Arts business segment for Aldus Corporation, and is now the principal of Pilot Marketing, a graphic arts consultancy specializing in high end color training.
 
Announcing the new courses, IGI Executive Director Ron Dahl commented: “With this pair of color management seminars, IGI continues its mission of bringing practical, hands-on training to Midwestern printers.  David Hunter is widely known and respected for his ability to simplify concepts that often appear initially difficult.  The IGI classroom includes individual workstations for each student, and provides actual participation in the methods being taught.”
 
The Institute for Graphics and Imaging provides education and training in the graphic design, printing, and related industries.  Supported by a vast network of industry suppliers, printers, publishers, and governmental agencies, IGI operates on the campus of the Waukesha County Technical College in suburban Milwaukee.  IGI facilities, which include computer classrooms and access to the latest printing equipment, are available for sales events and corporate training courses.  For additional information go to www.igi.org or call 262-695-6260.