Michael Asher, Writings 1973–1983 on Works 1969–1979, 2021
A meticulous facsimile of the highly sought after and definitive document of a decade of formative work by Michael Asher, originally published in 1983. Made in close consultation with the Michael Asher Foundation and editor James Hoff, on behalf of Primary Information in New York.
Management of print production and design:
Analysis of the original print production, materials, inks and finishes, signatures, dimensions, foldout pages, caliper checks to interior and cover stocks, dustjacket, spine thickness.
Sourcing of closest equivalent materials and processes.
Production specifications, quote production with print suppliers.
Edits and corrections to the original text, replicating the original font and design treatment.
Edits and replacements to several original interior images from a range of imaging and archival sources.
Consultation for imaging processes and setup.
Colour correction to existing and updated interior images.
Image processing, editing and density settings both for contunity and accurate replication of the original.
Ink manufacture variations testing. Offset press density testing and checks.
Retouching to print anomalies, surface and handling marks, and creasing throughout the disbound, scanned original source copy.
Updated colophon and title page designed to seamlessly follow the original publication.
Design of additional chapters corresponding with the original treatment.
Recreation of cover typography to reverse engineer spot colour separations.
Recreation of existing bleeds prior to final trimming of the original.
Profile correct Epson proofing, wet proofing, print-ready output, F&Gs.
Format: Softcover with laid paper dust-jacket, 240 pages, section sewn with foldout pages, offset printed B/W, CMYK + three spot colours
Dimensions: 8.5 x 12 inches
First printing edition: 3500