Digital BW, The Print

Yes.  I think one should try it but I don't like collecting boxes of paper
that I will eventually never use. I'd recommend that someone wanting to try
the paper only request a test pack before buying a box. I have three boxes
of SEV in the closet.  It's a pity because I do like the finish and it
doesn't have the flaking issues of say HPR.  And it has a bright looking
white.  But I have found the blacks to be weak (at least with MIS UC inks on
the 2100) and that's a killer for me.  They are just so important with B&W
(much more so than with colour work).  I have for now settled with HPR and
Permajet Alpha as my matte papers (each of which I spray with Lascaux
Fixative). PA is much warmer than HPR.  But since I got my 4800 I much
prefer photo paper, specifically Epson Premium Semi Gloss, for B&W.  The
extra dynamic range is just so compelling.  But I won't stop wishing for a
better matte black...  :-)


> From: Tony Kelly <tonyk@...>

> Okay, it seems it's about opinion  and personal preferences largely .. I
> wouldn't exclude any paper on the basis of someone's likes or dislikes if it
> suits many others though