Friday, October 25, 2013

Epson adds to 'Signature Worthy' paper collection

Exhibition Watercolor Paper Textured provides quality, versatility for pro photography and fine art reproduction

By Joel Shore
Oct. 25, 2013
New York at PhotoPlus Expo

Epson America expanded its portfolio of Signature Worthy media with product the company says are engineered for the professional photographers, artists, museums, and fine-art reproduction houses, Epson Exhibition Watercolor Paper Textured is designed to deliver a distinctive feel along with rich blacks, a wide color gamut and smooth tonal gradations for the ultimate in quality, both visually and tactility.

“In response to the growing demand for a superior cotton fiber digital fine art paper with the look and feel of a traditional artist’s watercolor paper, Epson worked in collaboration with the world’s leading creative professionals to design an extremely versatile paper that meets their requirements and upholds our reputation for delivering only the highest quality media,” said Jeff Smith, product manager, Epson America, Inc. “The unique textured surface, combined with industry-leading physical properties and exceptional roll to roll consistency, offers professional photographers and fine artists an excellent new paper to better exhibit their work.”

Epson Exhibition Watercolor Paper Textured is manufactured with the revered mould-made process, utilizing custom made felts for a unique, highly textured watercolor surface and finish to help achieve the best combination of image quality and image permanence1. In addition to the 22 Mil caliper and 310 gsm, Exhibition Watercolor Paper is 100 percent cotton fiber and acid, lignin and OBA-free, making it an ideal fine art paper for today’s printing professionals.

The paper will be available through Epson Authorized Resellers in roll widths of 17, 24 and 44-inches, and 8.5” x 11”, 13” x 19” and 17” x 22” cut sheets. Pricing information (MSRP) is available in the following table. For more information about the Signature Worthy Collection, visit www.proimaging.epson.com.

Size:
MSRP:
17" x 50’ roll
$149
24" x 50’ roll
$209
44" x 50’ roll
$389
8.5" x 11” cut sheets
(25 sheets per box)
$49
13" x 19” cut sheets
(25 sheets per box)
$129
17" x 22” cut sheets
(25 sheets per box)
$189