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Re: [Digital BW] Glossy paper preferences?

2006-03-31 by rgoldman2

Tyler, I second the motion regarding the beauty of K3 on Epson Premium
Semi Matte. It is more of a satin finish than high gloss. I've been
printing on it through ABW since buying my 4800 in July. I've had
portfolio reviews from galleries and fine art printers who have had to
ask me whether I was showing them darkroom or digital prints. I've
sold a few prints in the past few months. In trying to match
exhibition prints that earlier were on Agfa Classic fiber I generally
come very close or, sometimes, exceed the darkroom print (probably
more of a Photoshop advantage). The professional lab where I get my
color printing (darkroom) done did a real double take when I showed
them monochrome prints on this paper. Of course the tactile feel of
the paper is different, but it is quite nice. In a mat or behind glass
it looks very nice.This paper is not the end of history, I'm certain.
But it is very nice. I'm waiting for a box of Silver Rag to see if I
can get even closer to what I want. If you end up using EPSM, see my
earlier post #69902 for suggested ABW settings. 
Cheers
Richard

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