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Epson Velvet Fine Art Paper

subjective evaluation by Outback Photo
 

     The Art of Digital Fine Art printing
"....I am very impressed with the book you are about to read. It’s information like this that has helped to raise the quality of digital output and reduce the traditional art world’s resistance to the use of digital tools in art. It is a book written by someone who KNOWS fine art digital printmaking. Uwe’s style is concise and to the point. This comprehensive and complete guide to fine art digital printmaking should be included in the library of anyone who is serious about making fine art digital prints...."
by Mac Holbert (Nash Editions) 4/17/2006

 

Epson Velvet Fine Art Paper

 

Surface Matte fine art, slightly textured
   
Material
  • Acid free base to preserve fine art and photos
  • 100% cotton rag for archivability
   
Weight 260 grams
   
Sizes Letter, 13x19". 17x22
   
Inks recommended Matte Black
   
Color or B&W both
   
free ICC Profiles part of the Epson drivers
   
OBA (Optical Brighteners) open
   
Printer experiences All Epson Ultrachrome and K3 printers
   
Handling scuffing no big problem
   
Tips and Tricks  
   
Known Issues  
   
Price   $$                                          ($ normal, $$ not cheap, $$$ pretty expensive)
   
Link to manufacturer www.epson.com
   

 

 

Editor Comments

Uwe Steinmueller

Would be nice to have a 300 gram version for these sheet sizes. Otherwise classic paper for fine art printing. Some may find it more on the "yellow" side (due to low level of OBAs).

Eric Chan

  • My favorite matte paper for Epson K3

  • Highest D-max paper for Epson K3 printers, very rich depth

  • Very large color gamut (among the largest for Epson K3)

  • Excellent detail despite light texture

  • Now finally available in 17" x 22" sheets (which can be cut down
        to 11" x 17" sheets)

  • Doesn't seem to require dusting/brushing before feeding

  • Packaging not as robust as UltraSmooth Fine Art but I've always
        gotten perfect sheets (no defects)

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