My first proof copy just arrived
2024.11.25 21:21 IsolatedCrustacean My first proof copy just arrived
To say the least, I'm disappointed. It's a paperback, and the cover feels very flimsy. From just a five-minute flip through, it already shows signs of bending. Like, this is not going to hold up over multiple readings. The texture feels strange too, in a way I can't describe, but I felt I needed to wash my hands after touching it. There are some dirt smudges on it, which I assume came during the printing process since they're not part of the image I uploaded, but it's a minor complaint. More importantly, the cover image has faint traces of banding, like you'd see in low quality .jpgs, even though I uploaded a .pdf and went through GREAT pains to convert it to CMYK. My version of Photoshop can only do RGB-8, and I made sure to change it over to CMYK before uploading since that supposedly gives you better colors. Mine still seem washed out and muddied. It looked far better on my screen, regardless of format.
That aside, the interior paper feels about the same as your average printer paper, that is, not very sturdy. I got the white paper, so I'm not sure if cream would have been any better. While it's serviceable, I'm not sure about my margins. The instructional .pdf from Amazon says specifically NOT to enter a value for the “gutter” in the word processor. I use LibreOffice, and I left the gutter box at 0.00” with top, left, and right margins all at 0.60,” and bottom at 0.50.” All those are great, but the words do creep uncomfortably far into the binding where the gutter would be, leading me to believe maybe I should have put something there after all. It's readable, but I have to open the book really wide, which goes back to the issue earlier of the cover bending easily. What do you guys put for your gutter value, if anything?
Overall, I'd say I'm a 4/10 on the satisfied scale. It definitely has a very “amateur” and “self-published” feel to it. I know there's a level of compromise with print-on-demand, and I'm not expecting the same level of quality I get in my leather-bound, gold-trimmed collectors novels, but even the cheapo kid's paperbacks I'd get in elementary school had more durability to them. I still have some of them from 30 years ago beside me now to compare with.
I'm wondering if I should scrap the whole idea of paperback and just try again for a hardcover, but I still worry the image quality issue would remain. Maybe I would be better off re-submitting the cover as RGB after all? It says mine was printed at the Las Vegas branch, if that makes any difference. Not that it gave me any choices.
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2024.11.25 21:21 StomachAlternative50 Newbie Alert! 30-year-old looking to start a career in graphic design as a freelancer. Where do I start?
I'm a 30-year-old looking to start a new career in graphic design. I've always been interested in design, but never had the chance to pursue it. Now, I'm eager to learn and start working as a freelancer.
I'm not comfortable with the idea of a 9-to-5 job, as I value my independence and can't tolerate dominancy. Freelancing seems like the perfect fit for me.
Here are my questions:
- Where do I start? What are the essential skills and software I need to learn?
- Can I learn graphic design on my own without doing practical jobs? I want to build a career as a freelancer as soon as I'm done with learning.
- What are the best resources (online courses, tutorials, books) for learning graphic design?
- How do I create a strong portfolio and profile on platforms like Fiverr to attract clients?
Edit: I'm looking to learn graphic design from scratch, so any recommendations for beginner-friendly resources would be great!
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2024.11.25 21:21 CaterpillarAdept7064 What's next for them?
Do you think S2 ep 7 was a way for the writers to get the ship over with without having to do it in the main timeline or do you think they have a plan for them in the main timeline? ( both our jinx and ekko)
Or do you think what we got was to show us that the our main timeline's are too far apart and can't happen for them even if they manage to meet again down along the other instalments to come?
Last one Do you think they have a plan for the other powder or her story is closed?
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2024.11.25 21:21 McAuley- Stavros GETS REAL w/Theo Von On Trump, Kamala
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2024.11.25 21:21 GarageOk6251 God I love edgelord spartans
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2024.11.25 21:21 Reddit_ritoer Straight up 1:1
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2024.11.25 21:21 Fullerstrength_ Shoulders Session
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2024.11.25 21:21 D20_Dragon_app Spaceship (16x22)
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2024.11.25 21:21 eggbed Ancient backshots
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2024.11.25 21:21 No-Championship874 Lowering springs for everyday use (in Scotland, UK)
Hi, I have just bought a 350z which has Eibach lowering springs on it (unsure which ones, the receipt the previous owner provided only say Eibach springs) but they are just too low for every day use (have torn the skin of the resonator going over speed bumps. What springs do people recommend which 1) lower the car for a better look and 2) are drivable and suitable for everyday use. The current setup is fine for 80% of the bumps I’ve gone over so far but I do need to drive slowly over every bump I come across
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2024.11.25 21:21 0megaGentlman22 What is the most powerful possible warship that could theoretically be designed in OA?
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2024.11.25 21:21 d_a_S_a_d_B_o_y Camera Considerations for Macro and Astrophotography
Hi all, I am new to digital cameras, but I’d like to get more serious about my interest in photography and am trying to figure out the best type of camera for me. I’m particularly interested in two very different types of photography: macro and astrophotography (I know, it’s a tall order). While I understand that lenses will play a big role in achieving these goals, I’m curious about what I should prioritize when choosing a camera body.
Here’s what I’m considering so far:
Image Sensors
From what I’ve gathered, full-frame cameras seem to be a big deal for astrophotography because of their larger sensors and low-light performance. But I’ve also read that APS-C sensors might be better suited for macro photography due to their crop factor and potentially lower cost.
- Are these assumptions accurate?
- If they are, which should is more critical to its respective shooting and amenable to the other, given I can only choose one camera?
It seems like both DSLRs and mirrorless cameras could work for my needs. I’ve heard that mirrorless cameras are generally more compact but might have higher price points, while DSLRs are often more affordable and have better battery life.
- Are there specific pros or cons for either type when it comes to astro or macro photography?
- Is one better suited for durability or versatility in extreme conditions (cold nights for astro)?
I’ve noticed that camera manufacturers use different proprietary lens mounts. I want to avoid limiting myself when it comes to lens options, especially for macro and astro lenses.
- Are there specific mounts or brands I should consider for broader compatibility of photography types?
- How important is access to third-party lenses?
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2024.11.25 21:21 Tareeky 1
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2024.11.25 21:21 Worldly-Somewhere411 Eif jemand der jung ist und chillig schreiben will
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2024.11.25 21:21 PracticeBright3740 Found on property where bulldozers leveled some land.
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2024.11.25 21:21 notanothrowaway What's your favorite restaurant to watch American Football?
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2024.11.25 21:21 AdhesivenessOk1502 So close to completing!
Feel free to add me! Always accepting invites! If you live in the region that I'm missing will be a huge help thanks!
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2024.11.25 21:20 daertistic_blabla i need some help with finish adresses
i wanted to send my sister an advent calendar from another european country (she lives in finland) and i managed my way through finnish notino with google translate but i dob’t understand the formatting.
if for example her adress is mäkelänkatu 25 B 13, do all the numbers belong to house number aka talon numero? or is 25 the street number?
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2024.11.25 21:20 Curious_OnEarth What Figure Do These Belong To?
I’m guessing something Digimon.
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2024.11.25 21:20 Environmental_End944 Support on Discord?
Support does not seem to be active on Reddit, have they got a discord group?
Mailing directly, also does not seem to work at the moment.
Is it always this way, or is it just because they are swamped?
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2024.11.25 21:20 CantThinkOfAUser6 Requesting some good UK Rap Songs
Been rlly into Uk Trap, like my favorite “Uk Rap”, “Eurostar”, “Sprinter”, etc. Any other suggestions?
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2024.11.25 21:20 WorkingSpot7003 I guess I didn't quite understand what Will meant. Why should he take some of the blame? Does he mean his relationship with Mac or Genoa? He didn't do anything wrong in his relationship with Mac before she betrayed him.
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