How to Learn Printing?

[customfolders]

Hi all, I am very much interested in printing but unfortunately I couldn't locate some easy and basic documents. Could someone please help me by providing link(s) to easy-to-understand tutorials?

Thanks!

[jinthebay]

Start by reading "twelve steps and twelve traditions". This is the Alcoholics Anonymous bible. Trust me, you'll need it.

[Mike F]

Start by reading "twelve steps and twelve traditions". This is the Alcoholics Anonymous bible. Trust me, you'll need it.

The longer I work in this industry the truer that becomes.

All kidding aside, I don't know about any websites, but if you can get your hands on the Heidelberg Handbook of Print Media, that's probably a good place to start. The one I have is a bit outdated (from 2001 I think), but it's still got a lot of useful information. Try checking out google, you may be able to find a pdf of it, though I personally prefer physical books any day.

[maynardsayswhat]

The term "printing" encompasses any number of different processes, purposes and an enormous variety of skills. What do you want to learn how to print? Paper, fabric, signs, billboards, beverage coasters, fine art prints, magazines, mouse pads, automotive sales financial disclosures, novelty piggy banks...

There is no way to learn "everything" about all printing and there's no easy way to learn "most stuff" about any one particular process.

If you are more specific about what your goals are, we can probably point you in some directions. Cheers!

[MacTwidget]

To learn basic concepts and terminology, the Pocket Pal is a good start.
International Paper Pocket Pal

[RGPW17100]

There used to be a book called the Pocket Pal. Doubt if it is still made but you can probably download it for a KINDLE

[Armya Inc]

I changed many positions. When I found my first job with Heidelberg, somebody told me you will never leave this industry. I have been in Industry for 17 years now. Every day is fun. I love it!

[jamesujjwal]

This is very easy to learn how to printing. Just read blogs, articles regarding to printing. Visit any publication company. From there you will get practical knowledge.

[Rikkie]

Maynardsayswhat makes a good point. The industry is just too diverse to point you in the right direction. What is it about print that tickles your fancy?

[bgardner]

This is easy, don't lol

have you ever visited/toured an actual print facility? Most places will give you a tour, just seeing the workflow and machines you can learn a bit without knowing the trade at all.

I would definitely start with printing terms, you need to speak the lingo first.