heatherps

no problem. thanks for trying to get to the bottom of it!

Yes. Colors are the same. CPQ just has a little extra "punch"

Yep. Looks like Kodak Endura is stamped on both. Looks like the same paper.

Yep. CPQ is quite vibrant. More rich in color.

Just got my test prints from CPQ - love the colors! Thanks for the recommendation! Now, how do I calibrate for them? ? I couldn't find my Spyder so I bought an x-rite and re-followed Damien's calibration instructions and now WHCC is matching my screen dead-on.

Let me know how it goes!

Good to know- thanks! I just set up a new account with them and will give them a shot. Have you tried their fine art prints?

I noticed that! The calibration was horrible. Not even close to my prints. With WHCC I have to bring my screen brightness almost down to zero- maybe one click up. I don't mind a darker screen compared to most people but this dark is pretty annoying. I'm not opposed to using a different printer. I've used MPIX, Nations, H&H, Musea, Finao, Millers, & Bay (that I can think of off the top of my head). Mpix was my go-to for a long time and then prints seemed to get inconsistent & wonky with them. Never heard of CPQ but I will check them out!

Ugh, I was afraid of that. It was SO easy with the PC monitor!! I have followed your instructions in the past bc you're like the tech guru, but (admittedly) have gotten a bit lazy with it. Will re-visit the link you provided above and re-calibrate again. Thanks!

I'm calibrated with a Spyder but my last 3 print orders from WHCC have come in "off". Talked to WHCC SEVERAL times about this, as my old test prints match my screen exactly. They've explained that they calibrate their machines from time to time so I need to adjust my monitor to match their prints now. My monitor is CLOSE, but I need to tweak it. I feel really dumb but I've searched and searched and can't find the color controls for a mac. Anyone know where to point me?