SELECT ART PAPER
Choosing paper is like choosing the voice to your story. The medium is the message. PrintMaker understands that your artistic vision is authentic to your vision. That’s why PrintMaker hand uses a choice selection of archival, museum quality papers. While most customers choose the in-house media, there are opportunities to experiment with a wider variety of media. For a recent specialty project, our client required a PVA substrate for a hydrographics application. In addition to our current selection of paper, additional media from Canson, Hahnemühle, Epson, and Moab are easily sourced.
PrintMaker Studio is also a proud supporter of local artist, non-profits, and art and educational institutions — ask about our promotional pricing if you qualify.
We believe that the quality of paper is just as crucial as the art itself. That's why we offer a meticulously curated selection of premium papers, each designed to elevate your artwork. We hand selected the best paper with a variety for all needs. However, if you have a favourite paper, or require an aesthetic all your own, we can help. Custom paper, size, test strips, panoramas, and expert portfolio printing are all available. Remember: the medium is the message! If you are still in search of your own artistic voice, let us know. We are happy to help guide you in your decision-making.
Hand-picked archival giclee papers:
Luster Photographic (240 gsm): Capture the brilliance of your images with our Luster Photographic paper. Its semi-gloss finish strikes the perfect balance between vibrant colours and minimal glare, making it ideal for showcasing your photographs with stunning clarity and depth. The alpha cellulose resin coated paper has a slight texture, is very bright white, and a medium weight. It has a broad based appeal for a variety of photography applications.
Platine Photographic Rag (314 gsm): Elevate your prints to museum-quality standards with our Platine Photographic Rag paper. Crafted from 100% cotton rag, this archival-quality paper boasts a satin-smooth surface and a luxurious cotton feel, ensuring that your artwork stands the test of time with unparalleled elegance. This 100% cotton rag paper is archival, has a smooth satin finish, and is acid- and OBA-free. It’s an exquisite paper perfect for all fine art photography applications .
Hot Press Bright Matte (330 gsm) : For a refined, matte finish that exudes sophistication, look no further than our Hot Press Matte paper. Its smooth texture and soft, velvety feel provide the perfect backdrop for your artwork, allowing every detail to shine with exceptional clarity and precision. It’s an ever popular smooth matte paper. This archival, acid-free, 100% cotton rag paper has a bright white and smooth surface perfect for a variety of fine art graphic and photographic applications.
Cold Press Bright Matte (340 gsm): Experience the timeless beauty of traditional watercolor paper with our Cold Press Matte option. Featuring a textured surface and a natural white tone, this paper adds depth and dimension to your prints, creating a captivating visual appeal that is sure to impress. This is a watercolour paper with a modest texture. This archival, acid-free, 100% cotton rag paper has a bright white finish. It’s ideal for art reproductions, such as paintings and other textured originals.
Canson® Infinity ARCHES® Aquarelle Rag Matte (310 gsm): Inspired by the renowned ARCHES® Aquarelle Rag paper used by artists for centuries, our Canson® Infinity ARCHES® Aquarelle Rag paper brings a touch of artistic heritage to your digital prints. Its distinctive texture and pure cotton composition lend a painterly quality to your artwork, transforming each print into a masterpiece. This genuine 100% rag, watercolour paper possesses the unique structure, surface texture and white tone that demanding artists expect from a traditional Fine Art paper. This paper complies with the highest archival standards and is extremely age resistant. Canson® Infinity Aquarelle Rag gives a unique and unrivalled character to the Fine Art reproduction of traditional artwork and photographs. This is an acid-free and OBA free paper.
Canson® Infinity ARCHES® BFK Rives Pure White Rag Matte (310 gsm): Discover the timeless elegance of our Canson® Infinity ARCHES® BFK Rives Rag paper. Renowned for its exceptional quality and versatility, this paper features a velvety smooth surface and a subtle texture that adds depth and character to your prints, making them truly unforgettable. This genuine 100% rag, watercolour paper possesses the unique structure, surface texture and warm white tone that demanding artists expect from a traditional Fine Art paper. This paper complies with the highest archival standards and is extremely age resistant. This is an acid-free and OBA free paper.
PrintMaker Studio is also a Canson Infinity Certified Print Lab. Ask us why this matters!
