[Alt-photo] Re: new member and a question

[Loris Medici]

Welcome Bob,

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​I only know one Masa paper (could be minute differences between batches,
I've used three different batches up to date...) and the package states 86
gsm. In various websites I see weight figures such as 70 gsm, 77 gsm and
43lb (not sure how that translates; if it's the weight for 500 imperial
size - 22x30" - sheets, that would be equivalent to ~ 92 gsm...)  I think
you'll be fine with the heaviest you can find. 70 gsm is significantly
thinner than the 86 gsm I have on hands!!!

You can use both sides. Naturally, the smooth side will give better image
definition...

Regards,
Loris.



2013/12/13 Bob Cornelis <bob at colorfolio.com>

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I've been using cot320 so far for my palladium prints and like it a lot but
> it is hard to find in stock and, of course, expensive. Been following with
> interest the discussion of Masa paper - my wife is a painter and uses it
> all the time. A friend who has tried it for pt/pd printing says there are
> different kinds and he has not had success with them. So I'm curious to
> find out from those recommending it where they purchased theirs and/or what
> kind of Masa paper it is. Also, do you print on the smooth or rough side?
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> Also looking for suggestions for best papers for cyanotype - I've used
> cot320, rives bfk a little and have crane platinotype on order. Other
> suggestions?
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