Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention provide digital workflow methods for generating product proofs that achieve the benefits of digital printing, including lower costs, and less production time, while also providing an appearance that accurately resembles the final product printed on, for example, conventional contact printing presses.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention include a digital workflow process that is suitable for creating a product having a desired appearance according to a customer's instructions. Embodiments of the digital workflow process includes a digital prepress and printing workflow process for generating, manipulating, and processing image data and for printing such image data on a selected substrate. Embodiments of the present invention also include processes for creating an artwork file that designates opaque or transparent white inks and transparent color inks to be printed. Several embodiments also incorporate a metallic layer into the design for achieving specific design objectives.