FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q: What paper should I use for RC prints?

A: We offer three different RC paper surfaces. We use Ilford Multigrade IV RC paper

(1) Glossy : high gloss surface
  • Used primarily for press release photos or prints being copied.
  • Gives the appearance of being sharper.
  • Shows fingerprints
(2) Pearl : semi gloss - light sheen surface
  • This is a wonderful all around paper that works well for portrait prints, art prints for display, or portfolio prints.
  • Does not show fingerprints
(3) Matte : flat matte surface
  • This paper works well for retouching or handcoloring.
  • The paper has a slight tooth to it and works with marshal oils and pencils.
  • Does not show fingerprints
  • Economical alternative to Fiber Base prints for handcoloring
Q: What paper should I use for Fiber Base prints?

A: We offer three different Fiber Base paper surfaces.

(1) Glossy : luster surface not a high gloss
  • This is a wonderful paper that works well for portrait prints, gallery, exhibition, or portfolio use.
  • Excellent tonal rendition
  • Can be Selenium Toned for optimum archivalness
  • Does not take Brown Tone well
(2) Matte : flat matte surface
  • Used for retouching or handcoloring.
  • Cool image color 
  • Excellent tonal rendition
  • Can be Brown Toned but will not tone as well as the Warm Tone Matte paper
(3) Warm Tone Matte : flat matte surface
  • This paper has a warm image color with a creamy white base giving it the appearance of being slightly toned
  • Used for retouching or handcoloring.
  • Takes toning very well

 


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BLACK & WHITE LAB
 1042 Willow Creek Rd.  A101-516
Prescott, Arizona  86301

928 - 379 - 0426