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Duotones - issues?

Posted: 09-04-2003, 02:42 PM
jo achin
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I know I've seen this topic on the forum before, but I can't locate the question.

I'm creating tradeshow graphics, and I would like to convert the photographs into duotones. Is there anything I need to watch out for RE: print production?

(Duotones will be PS EPS files w/ transparent background placed/linked into Illustrator EPS file)

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Re: Duotones - issues?
Posted: 09-04-2003, 04:00 PM
Jo,
>>w/ transparent background <<
You will need to create a clipping path for the transparent area as that's
the only way EPS can carry transparency.

If creating monotone 'duotones', a better way might be to convert to
greyscale, save a tiff and use an opacity mask in Illustrator to create the
colour


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Re: Duotones - issues?
Posted: 09-04-2003, 04:27 PM
The photos were converted to grayscale, and then I changed the mode to duotone (black & red). Then I exported w/ clipping path, and linked file into Illustrator.

Why do you suggest the opacity mask in Illustrator? Will the color produce better?

Thanks for your reply.
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Re: Duotones - issues?
Posted: 09-05-2003, 07:51 AM
Jo,
>>Will the color produce better?<<
No, but duotones placed in Illustrator can be a little hit and miss <g>


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