Paper types.

In this session we explored different paper types with the same image printed on them, below is a list of the paper we explored with other examples.

• Photo Rag, Bright White 310g
• Canvas 400g
• Photo Rag, book and album 220g
• Photo Rag, Ultra smooth 305g
• Bamboo 290g
• Baryta FB 350g
• Rice Paper.
• Giclee.
• Ilford fine art

On initial inspection all the prints seemed to be of a good quality until they were compared side by side.
The Photo Rag paper tended to suit the image more in this case a flowing stream, the tonal range was especially better on this kind of paper. The whites in the foaming of the flowing water didn't look too blown out as some of the others although I'm sure I would have chosen differently if the image subject was different such as a portrait or architectural image.
I've come to the understanding that not all images suit all paper types, and could be a costly experiment finding the right paper for the right image.

© Sean Wareing