Colyer Academy

Colyer Academy is a specialist training hub dedicated to helping creatives, print professionals, and production teams elevate their skills in colour management and large-format printing. Our short courses are practical, hands-on, and designed around real production environments, giving learners the confidence to produce consistent, high-quality results across every project.

Welcome to Colyer Academy

Mastering Colour & Large Format Printing

Based in our state-of-the-art Demonstration Centre in Woking, Colyer Academy offers a modern and accessible learning environment for professionals and enthusiasts alike.

At Colyer Academy, you’ll learn directly from industry experts with deep experience in colour science, RIP software, media optimisation, and large-format hardware. Whether you’re new to the field or looking to refine expert-level techniques, our courses deliver both technical knowledge and practical insights you can apply immediately.

A key part of our training is our use of Barbieri colour measurement technology, recognised worldwide for its precision and reliability in professional print workflows. By learning with Barbieri devices, participants gain first-hand experience in accurate colour profiling, device calibration, and advanced quality control—skills essential for achieving flawless, repeatable output.

Perfect colour. Professional prints. Skills that last.

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Our Current Courses…

We are continuing to add new short courses so please check back to see how we can help you grow your knowledge and skills.

20 JAN 2026

£395pp

1 Day [ 9.30am – 4.30pm ]

LIMITED SPACES LEFT!

Colour Management in Large-Format Digital Printing.

Key Topics

Consistent and reproducible colours: Colours look the same on different materials, printers, or even on different days.
Colour deviations between series or reprints are minimised.
Accurate colour reproduction: Corporate design colours (e.g., specific CI red tones or blue values) can be reliably reproduced.
ICC profiles ensure that colours are transferred as accurately as possible from file to print.
Less waste & lower costs: Fewer test prints for colour matching. Material and ink consumption are reduced because the print is closer to the desired result right from the start.
Better control of complex motifs: Colour gradients, skin tones, and saturated colours are reproduced more cleanly. Black tones (rich black) and neutral grey appear more stable and without colour casts.
Optimal adaptation to different materials: With specific profiles, colours can be optimally adjusted for banners, textiles, mesh, foils, papers, etc. This gives each substrate the best possible colour reproduction.
Standardisation across multiple printing systems: Multiple printers (even different brands/models) can deliver consistent color results. Ideal for larger production environments or franchise systems.
More professional appearance: Higher customer satisfaction thanks to precise colours. Competitive advantage in high-quality advertising and display printing.
More efficient workflows: Fewer manual corrections, as soft proofing and proof prints are more accurate. Reproducible colour standards facilitate collaboration within the team and with external designers.

Agenda

9.30- 1pm – THEORY

Basic Colour Science:
– Color in nature
– Color models
– ICC profiles
Software settings:
– From Design to Print,
– Colour Management Settings
–Input profiles / output profiles
–Rendering intents
– Spot colors
Printer, Ink technologies:
– Printer Types
– Ink Technology
– Process Colours
– Variable Drop Size
Measurement devices:
– Measurement Conditions
– Aperture
Profiling Theory:
– Profiling
– ICC-settings
– Contone

LUNCH

1.30pm – 4.30pm – PRACTICAL

Profiling session

Expert Trainer

We are pleased to welcome your trainer, André Schwarz, who brings over 15 years of experience in the large-format printing industry. With a strong technical background and hands-on expertise across retail, manufacturing, and service, André offers a comprehensive understanding of printers, ink technologies, software, and materials. Since founding Schwarz Consulting in 2020, he has been dedicated to delivering practical, customer-focused solutions that exceed expectations. His depth of knowledge and passion for the field make him an excellent guide as you dive into colour management.

TBA JUNE 2026

1 Day [ 9.30am – 4.30pm ]

Colour Management in Large-Format Digital Printing.

Key Topics

Consistent and reproducible colours: Colours look the same on different materials, printers, or even on different days.
Colour deviations between series or reprints are minimised.
Accurate colour reproduction: Corporate design colours (e.g., specific CI red tones or blue values) can be reliably reproduced.
ICC profiles ensure that colours are transferred as accurately as possible from file to print.
Less waste & lower costs: Fewer test prints for colour matching. Material and ink consumption are reduced because the print is closer to the desired result right from the start.
Better control of complex motifs: Colour gradients, skin tones, and saturated colours are reproduced more cleanly. Black tones (rich black) and neutral grey appear more stable and without colour casts.
Optimal adaptation to different materials: With specific profiles, colours can be optimally adjusted for banners, textiles, mesh, foils, papers, etc. This gives each substrate the best possible colour reproduction.
Standardisation across multiple printing systems: Multiple printers (even different brands/models) can deliver consistent color results. Ideal for larger production environments or franchise systems.
More professional appearance: Higher customer satisfaction thanks to precise colours. Competitive advantage in high-quality advertising and display printing.
More efficient workflows: Fewer manual corrections, as soft proofing and proof prints are more accurate. Reproducible colour standards facilitate collaboration within the team and with external designers.

Agenda

9.30- 1pm – THEORY

Basic Colour Science:
– Color in nature
– Color models
– ICC profiles
Software settings:
– From Design to Print,
– Colour Management Settings
–Input profiles / output profiles
–Rendering intents
– Spot colors
Printer, Ink technologies:
– Printer Types
– Ink Technology
– Process Colours
– Variable Drop Size
Measurement devices:
– Measurement Conditions
– Aperture
Profiling Theory:
– Profiling
– ICC-settings
– Contone

LUNCH

1.30pm – 4.30pm – PRACTICAL

Profiling session

Expert Trainer

TBA 2026

1 Day [ 9.30am – 4.30pm ]

Colour Management in Large-Format Digital Printing.

Key Topics

Consistent and reproducible colours: Colours look the same on different materials, printers, or even on different days.
Colour deviations between series or reprints are minimised.
Accurate colour reproduction: Corporate design colours (e.g., specific CI red tones or blue values) can be reliably reproduced.
ICC profiles ensure that colours are transferred as accurately as possible from file to print.
Less waste & lower costs: Fewer test prints for colour matching. Material and ink consumption are reduced because the print is closer to the desired result right from the start.
Better control of complex motifs: Colour gradients, skin tones, and saturated colours are reproduced more cleanly. Black tones (rich black) and neutral grey appear more stable and without colour casts.
Optimal adaptation to different materials: With specific profiles, colours can be optimally adjusted for banners, textiles, mesh, foils, papers, etc. This gives each substrate the best possible colour reproduction.
Standardisation across multiple printing systems: Multiple printers (even different brands/models) can deliver consistent color results. Ideal for larger production environments or franchise systems.
More professional appearance: Higher customer satisfaction thanks to precise colours. Competitive advantage in high-quality advertising and display printing.
More efficient workflows: Fewer manual corrections, as soft proofing and proof prints are more accurate. Reproducible colour standards facilitate collaboration within the team and with external designers.

Agenda

9.30- 1pm – THEORY

Basic Colour Science:
– Color in nature
– Color models
– ICC profiles
Software settings:
– From Design to Print,
– Colour Management Settings
–Input profiles / output profiles
–Rendering intents
– Spot colors
Printer, Ink technologies:
– Printer Types
– Ink Technology
– Process Colours
– Variable Drop Size
Measurement devices:
– Measurement Conditions
– Aperture
Profiling Theory:
– Profiling
– ICC-settings
– Contone