Digital BW, The Print

> So far, all the "satine" papers seem to be trying to mimic the super ugly and
> unattractive R.C. Darkroom
> paper surface "pearl" or "semi matte". Why would anyone want his fine art
> prints to look like an R.C.
> darkroom paper?
> 
> 
> Inquiring minds just gotta know! :).
> 
> Jerry


If you think there is room for interpretation when confronted with
manufacturers specs for weights and thickness, the terms Velvet and Satine
will send you to the mad house. ;-)

Actually, my experience with *art* papers called "Satine" is good - think
Xtreme Gamut. It usually denotes a surface that is not so smooth as EAM, but
with less texture than say a Somerset Enhanced (old style). I think Museo
could be called a "Satine" type surface, for instance.

I'm no expert, so I welcome correction.

Jerry, I think you're thinking of plastic papers, like Epson Luster. I'd
expect matte papers called Satine to be nice.