Photo paper options for printing at our studio
The first step in choosing paper is to decide whether you need glossy, matte, pearl, fine art, or another type of paper. We categorize the papers we use by type to simplify this choice and help you compare various types of media.
Ilford Galerie papers:
Manufactured by: Ilford
Weight: 310 gsm| Acid free: No |
| Certification: FSC® certified paper (FSC Mixed Credit, FSC® C010119) |
| Opacity: 105% |
| Surface Finish: Pearl |
| Thickness: 0,31mm |
| Tint: 96,8 | 0,2 | -3,5 |
Available sizes:
Letter (8.5"x11"), 11"x17", A3+ (13"x19"), 17"x22" (ANSI C),
custom sizes
GALERIE Smooth Pearl paper features the very latest HDR (High Dynamic Range) optically clear coating and coupled with recent advancements in inkjet receiving layer design, makes this the reference media for producing images with superb clarity, high sharpness and excellent colour gamut.
The high-density, resin coated heavyweight base and smooth pearl finish not only eliminate glare and fingerprints but with its natural photographic white tint, produce prints with the true look and feel of a photograph. For outstanding imaging performance, combined with the benefit of “touch dry” from the printer, this pearl surface media is the “choice of professionals”.
Glossy FineArt papers:
Manufactured by: Hahnemühle
Weight: 325 gsm| Acid free: yes |
| Material: 100 % α-cellulose |
| Surface Finish: High Gloss |
| Thickness: 0,41mm |
| Whiteness: 103% |
Available sizes:
Letter (8.5"x11"), 11"x17", A3+ (13"x19"), 17"x22" (ANSI C),
custom sizes
Hahnemühle FineArt Baryta is a bright white, cellulose-based FineArt inkjet paper with an inkjet coating specially tailored for FineArt use.
The clearly visible, exquisite felt structure lends the paper its lovely soft feel and tactile surface texture to produce prints with a stunning three-dimensional quality and depth.
The high-gloss premium inkjet coating guarantees outstanding print results with perfect reproduction of colour and detail, deep blacks and striking contrasts. The barium sulphate within the coating gives FineArt Baryta the feel of a traditional analogue baryta paper and makes it a popular alternative for inkjet printing. The acid-free and lignin-free FineArt inkjet paper meets the most exacting requirements for age resistance.
FineArt Baryta is a versatile classic for FineArt applications and sets standards in the printing of both black and white and colour photographs.
Manufactured by: Hahnemühle
Weight: 300 gsm| Acid free: yes |
| Material: 100 % α-cellulose |
| Opacity: 98% |
| Surface Finish: satin-finish |
| Thickness: 0.37 mm |
| Whiteness: 92% |
Available sizes:
Letter (8.5"x11"), 11"x17", A3+ (13"x19"), 17"x22" (ANSI C),
custom sizes
FineArt Baryta Satin is a barite paper with a white and satin-gloss surface.
The amount of barium sulphate in the coating in conjunction with a micro porous ink receiver layer provides exceptional image results with large colour space and intensive colouring. FineArt Baryta Satin enables extremely deep blacks (Dmax), excellent image sharpness and is perfect for black-and-white photography.
High colour density and brilliance ensure an outstanding sharpness of details to achieve high-resolution and vivid images for photography and reproductions. The 100% α-Cellulose paper is acid free and meets the requirements for longevity according to ISO 9706.
Manufactured by: Hahnemühle
Weight: 285 gsm| Acid free: yes |
| Material: 100% a-cellulose |
| Surface Finish: Pearl |
| Thickness: 0,4mm |
| Whiteness: 105% |
Available sizes:
Letter (8.5"x11"), 11"x17", A3+ (13"x19"), 17"x22" (ANSI C),
custom sizes
Hahnemühle FineArt Pearl is a cellulose-based FineArt inkjet paper with an inkjet coating specially tailored for FineArt use.
The bright white paper has a delicately textured surface and a smooth, silky feel. In combination with the premium inkjet coating, it produces an elegant finish with a subtle, pearl-gloss effect. Once printed, the paper impresses with outstanding reproduction of colour and detail, deep blacks and striking contrasts.
The acid-free and lignin-free FineArt Pearl meets the most exacting requirements for age resistance and is ideal for printing high-quality black and white as well as colour photographs
Manufactured by: Hahnemühle
Weight: 315 gsm| Acid free: yes |
| Material: 100% Cotton |
| Surface Finish: High Gloss |
| Thickness: 0,43mm |
| Whiteness: 91% |
Available sizes:
4"x6", Letter (8.5"x11"), 11"x17", A3+ (13"x19"), 17"x22" (ANSI C),
custom sizes
Hahnemühle Photo Rag Baryta is a pure cotton paper with an inkjet coating that has been perfectly optimised for the needs of FineArt applications.
The natural white paper comes in a pleasant, warm shade of white and contains no optical brighteners. The exquisite surface texture gives the paper a lovely, delicate feel while at the same time leng it an artistic note. In combination with the high-gloss premium inkjet coating, it produces stunning print results with outstanding reproduction of colour and detail, deep blacks and perfect contrasts.
The barium sulphate in the coating makes Photo Rag Baryta a popular alternative to analogue baryta paper. Photo Rag Baryta is acid- and lignin-free and meets the most exacting requirements in terms of age resistance.
Matt FineArt - Smooth papers:
Manufactured by: Hahnemühle
Weight: 308 gsm| Acid free: yes |
| Material: 100% cotton |
| Opacity: 99% |
| Surface Finish: Matt |
| Thickness: 0.48mm |
| Whiteness: 92.5% |
Available sizes:
Letter (8.5"x11"), 11"x17", A3+ (13"x19"), 17"x22" (ANSI C),
custom sizes
Hahnemühle Photo Rag® is one of the world’s most popular papers and the valued all-rounder for high-quality FineArt inkjet printing.
The white cotton artists’ paper, with its characteristic, wonderfully soft feel, boasts a lightly defined felt structure, leng each artwork a three-dimensional appearance and impressive pictorial depth. Combined with the matt premium inkjet coating, this paper produces outstanding prints that feature brilliant colours, deep blacks, striking contrasts and perfect reproduction of detail.
This acid-free and lignin-free classic meets the most exacting requirements for age resistance and is specially designed for FineArt applications.
Whether it is used for FineArt photography or art reproductions, the ideal combination of structure, print quality and weight makes Photo Rag® one of the most versatile FineArt inkjet papers.
Manufactured by: Hahnemühle
Weight: 305 gsm| Acid free: yes |
| Brightness: 94% |
| Material: 100% Cotton |
| Surface Finish: Matte |
| Thickness: 0,48mm |
Available sizes:
4"x6", Letter (8.5"x11"), 11"x17", A3+ (13"x19"), 17"x22" (ANSI C),
custom sizes
Hahnemühle Photo Rag Ultra Smooth, another addition to the Photo Rag family, is an especially smooth and silky soft paper for high-quality FineArt inkjet printing.
The white cotton art paper has a discreet, very finely textured surface with a strikingly silky feel. The matt premium inkjet coating guarantees extraorary print results with impressive reproduction of colour, detail and very deep blacks.
Photo Rag Ultra Smooth is versatile and produces impressive results for FineArt photography as well as art reproductions. The acid-free and lignin-free all-rounder meets the most exacting requirements in terms of age resistance and is perfect for high-quality black and white FineArt prints.
Manufactured by: Hahnemühle
Weight: 100 gsm| Acid free: yes |
| Material: 100% a-cellulose |
| Surface Finish: Matte |
| Thickness: 0,15mm |
| Whiteness: 88% |
Available sizes:
4"x6", Letter (8.5"x11"), 11"x17", A3+ (13"x19"),
custom sizes
Hahnemühle Rice Paper is an ultra-light, cellulose-based FineArt inkjet paper with an inkjet coating specially tailored for FineArt applications.
The white, lightly textured paper does not contain optical brighteners, but its subtle laid lines and soft feel make this paper truly stand out. The matt premium inkjet coating produces excellent print results, with vivid colours, deep blacks and perfect reproduction of detail.
The acid-free and lignin-free Rice Paper meets the most exacting requirements for age resistance and is specially designed for FineArt applications, as well as the reproduction of old documents and Asian ainting techniques.
Matt FineArt - Textured papers:
Manufactured by: Hahnemühle
Weight: 350 gsm| Acid free: yes |
| Material: 100% Cotton |
| Surface Finish: Matt |
| Thickness: 0.60mm |
| Whiteness: 87% |
Available sizes:
Letter (8.5"x11"), 11"x17", A3+ (13"x19"), 17"x22" (ANSI C),
custom sizes
Hahnemühle Museum Etching is a natural white cotton artists’ paper with an inkjet coating specially optimised for FineArt printing.
This heavyweight textured paper does not contain optical brighteners and is characterised by its high stability. The finely textured surface with fine felt structure lends FineArt prints added depth and a three-dimensional effect. Combined with the pure cotton base, this creates a wonderfully soft tactile feel and artistic impression. The premium matt inkjet coating produces excellent print results. Colours are wonderfully vivid, deep blacks truly stand out and details are reproduced perfectly.
The acid- and lignin-free Museum Etching meets the most exacting requirements for age resistance and is ideal for reproducing photographs and works of art.
Natural Line papers:
Manufactured by: Hahnemühle
Weight: 290 gsm| Acid free: yes |
| Material: 60% hemp &40% cotton |
| Surface Finish: Matt |
| Thickness: 0.5mm |
| Whiteness: 89% |
Available sizes:
Letter (8.5"x11"), 11"x17", A3+ (13"x19"), 17"x22" (ANSI C),
custom sizes
Hahnemühle Hemp uses one of the oldest and most diverse natural fibres in the world and is made of 60% hemp fibre.
The FineArt inkjet paper’s base impresses with its bright white natural tone, and thanks to the bright white colour of the hemp fibres, no optical brighteners are required. The lightly textured surface gives the paper a pleasant, silky feel. Combined with the matt premium inkjet coating, this is a truly versatile FineArt inkjet paper. Colours and details are brilliantly reproduced, the depth of the black truly stands out and contrasts are reproduced with stunning effect.
The acid- and lignin-free FineArt inkjet paper meets the most exacting requirements for age resistance.
Hemp was an essential part of paper production for centuries, and due to its extremely robust fibres, it has often been used for long-lasting historical documents, such as the Gutenberg Bible and the US Declaration of Independence.
Hahnemuehle Photo papers:
Manufactured by: Hahnemühle
Weight: 310 gsm| Acid free: yes |
| Material: 100 % α-cellulose |
| Surface Finish: High Gloss |
| Thickness: 0.3 mm |
| Whiteness: 93% |
Available sizes:
Letter (8.5"x11"), 11"x17", A3+ (13"x19"), 17"x22" (ANSI C),
custom sizes
Photo Silk Baryta X is a cellulose paper with an optimised inkjet coating for photo application, it is perfectly suited for photo and poster prints.
The baryta coating gives the impression of a traditional silver halide photo paper.
The smooth, creamy white paper with its silky gloss finish produces a very good print quality, ensuring the best results for daily printing.
Semi-gloss papers:
Manufactured by: Red River
Weight: 270 gsm| Coating: Resin |
| Color: Bright white |
| Single/Double-Sided: Single |
| Surface Finish: Luster |
| Thickness: 10.4mil |
Available sizes:
4"x6", Letter (8.5"x11"), 11"x17", A3+ (13"x19"), 17"x22" (ANSI C),
custom sizes
The UltraPro Satin looks and feels just like photo lab satin - a lightly textured surface that breaks up reflections and minimizes fingerprints. UltraPro Satin features a medium depth texture - just the right amount to enhance your prints without being distracting. A brilliant, bold white, it is particularly good at reproducing deep blacks and higher contrast. You will see a wider color gamut as well as smoother tonal transitions. Your black & white photos will be neutral and crisp.
Manufactured by: Red River
Weight: 315 gsm| Certification: FOGRA Certified ISO 9706 |
| Coating: Microporous coated |
| Color: Neutral white |
| Material: 100% cotton, Acid Free |
| Single/Double-Sided: Single |
| Surface: Lightly texture soft gloss |
| Thickness: 16.5mil |
Available sizes:
4"x6", Letter (8.5"x11"), 11"x17", A3+ (13"x19"), 17"x22" (ANSI C),
custom sizes
Palo Duro SoftGloss Rag is the ideal Museum-Grade paper to display your images with just the right amount of sheen. Palo Duro SoftGloss Rag 315 gives you the classic look of a darkroom print with the performance of modern inkjet technology. Palo Duro ranks among the finest quality photo papers you can use today. It meets and exceeds the quality of any platine type photo paper on the market.
Semi-smooth papers:
Manufactured by: Red River
Weight: 230 gsm| Coating: Microporous coated |
| Color: Bright white |
| Material: 100 % α-cellulose, Acid Free |
| Thickness: 10mil |
Available sizes:
4"x6", Letter (8.5"x11"), 11"x17", A3+ (13"x19"), 17"x22" (ANSI C),
custom sizes
Polar features a beautiful soft white printing surface with outstanding ink holdout capabilities. Choose Polar Matte for landscapes, black and white photography, low contrast images, design, and artistic work. Polar's lack of surface reflection means that details are the primary focus of the print.
Manufactured by: Red River
Weight: 250 gsm| Coating: Microporous coated |
| Color: Natural White |
| Material: 100% cotton, Acid Free |
| Thickness: 13.5mil |
Available sizes:
4"x6", Letter (8.5"x11"), 11"x17", A3+ (13"x19"), 17"x22" (ANSI C),
custom sizes
Aurora Art Natural 250 brings elegance, warmth, and nuance to your photography and art prints. This acid-free paper features a pleasing natural white tone and semi-smooth surface. Plus, Aurora Art Natural 250 contains no optical brighteners. Aurora is 100% fiber made from cotton linters. These linters are considered "recovered fibers" by the EPA. By using linters, Aurora production is putting to use what would have become waste. It's a win for the environment.
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