SUMMARY
Photography Life writer Adam Sheridan and the author finalized paper selections for a new printer after testing 61 unique papers. They selected five staple papers, aiming for high quality without overlapping characteristics. The chosen papers include Epson Ultra Premium Luster, Canson Infinity Baryta Prestige II, Canson Infinity Arches 88, Hahnemühle German Etching, and Hahnemühle William Turner 310. The selection process considered factors like brightness, texture, warmth, and the presence of optical brightening agents (OBAs), with a note on their impact on longevity.
TAKEAWAYS
Five printer papers were chosen from an initial 61 tested options.
Selections balance quality, distinct characteristics, and OBA content.
Papers include Epson Ultra Premium Luster and Canson Baryta Prestige II.
Considerations involved texture, brightness, warmth, and OBAs' archival impact.