CMYK Print

Kicking off with my first blog is about CMYK screen printing, it is a subtractive colour printing process that utilizes four primary colours: cyan, magenta, yellow, and black (represented as K). This technique involves separating a full-colour image into its CMYK components, creating a separate screen for each colour. Each screen is then coated with a photosensitive emulsion and exposed to a film positive representing one of the CMYK separations. During the printing process, each screen is aligned precisely and used to apply its corresponding ink colour onto the substrate.

The CMYK process relies on the principle of layering these semi-transparent inks in varying proportions to create a wide spectrum of colours. By controlling the dot size and density of each colour separation on the screen, screen printers can simulate continuous tones and produce detailed images. This method is widely used for printing complex designs, photographs, and artwork on various materials, including textiles, paper, and plastics. While CMYK screen printing can achieve impressive results, it requires careful colour management, precise registration, and experienced operators to ensure accurate colour reproduction and high-quality prints