The Color Rich Black (FOGRA39)
Rich Black (FOGRA39) is a specific shade of black used in the printing industry. It is characterized by its deep, intense appearance that results from the combination of cyan, magenta, yellow, and black ink. This color is often used when a solid, rich black is desired for printed materials.
Rich Black vs. Paint Colors
Unlike paint colors which are typically defined by mixing different pigments together, the color Rich Black (FOGRA39) is created through the combination of four printing ink colors – cyan, magenta, yellow, and black. This results in a more vibrant and saturated black color that is ideal for printed materials.
Rich Black vs. RGB Colors
RGB colors are used for digital displays and are defined by the combination of red, green, and blue light. Rich Black (FOGRA39), being a print color, is created using a mix of printing inks and is best suited for printed materials. It is important to note the differences in color representation between print and digital formats when using Rich Black.
History of Rich Black
The FOGRA39 color profile, including Rich Black, was developed by the Research Institute for Media Technologies in Germany. FOGRA is an internationally recognized authority on printing technologies and standards. The FOGRA39 color profile is specifically designed to optimize color reproduction and consistency in the printing industry.
The Rich Black color (FOGRA39) has become a popular choice among designers and printers due to its deep hue and consistent appearance in printed materials. It is often used in advertising, packaging, and other printed media where a bold black is required.
Color Information:
- Hex: #010203
- RGB: 0% red, 1% green, 1% blue
- Hue: 7002210000000000000
- Saturation: 50%
- Lightness: 1%
- CMYK: 67%
For further information on Rich Black (FOGRA39), you can visit the Wikipedia page.
