[cynical2]

Prof, I didn't read every word of this thread...but, is mixing up some small panels still not an option rather than going all-in with a full screen? This feels to me like something that will take a good bit of trial and error to get to something that performs as you hope it will.

Please don't take this as me doubting your capability/understanding/creativity, etc...I just know how much work has gone into many of the final solutions that have appeared here and other places on the interweb. From the recent extensive use of color measurement equipment going back to mixes that were driven via screen images and trial-and-error...they all have one thing in common...I don't think anyone hit on the "best" mix the 1st time around. Developing a good mix is just an iterative process, and I don't want you to be frustrated if your first cut doesn't float your boat. You may find that your ideas result in a good solution (or maybe not)...but having more than one crack at it definitely increases your chances.

OK, enough rambling.

Keep us updated, and most of all, GOOD LUCK!!