That's true Arthur. The 4000 happily handles 140lb (230gsm) Arches papers using the auto thickness settings. 300lb will need a wider platen setting. Cheers, ...
Hi Martin, Yes, with the condition that the pre-filled carts were of the clear, half-sponged design. As a matter of fact almost all carts are refillable with...
... That was the intent with the newer inks. There is a range of hues that the papers take on. Photo Rag, for example with the EEM curve, will print a bit ...
Nick, These inks I have on hand are not the YT-FSN inks; instead they are the original MIS-FSN inks used before Paul did his magic and came up with the...
Hi Johnny, I remember reading something about them at the MIS website. Sorry for the misunderstanding. I believe QTR should be able to create good profiles for...
The FSN inks have the "same" density as the UT-FSN inks. But, different inks are absorbed differently onto the papers. So, while they may be the same density...
... How do the standard curves prevent the LK ink from being used? I ask because I've been getting a slight bluish cast in the light & mid-shadows (UT7/2200)...
I'd like to review a dozen or two commercially oriented online portfolios representing/selling B&W work... What are your favorites? Why? Thanks, Djon...
Paul, Thanks for the solution to my dilemma on whether to start using this old inkset or not. Since I am on the "Thrifty" side (cheap), I don't like to throw...
I'll take a shot at this since no one has replied. The settings you describe below are for the Gimpprint printer driver. I suspect the MIS instructions are for...
... I spray new acrylic lightly with Kleenmaster Brillianize and wipe with a microfiber cloth, both from TAP Plastics. This kills the static charge and removes...
I recently found some original FSN bottles of ink and decided to fill a new spongeless cart to use it up. My question is concerning the one taken out becaise...
Paul, What spray are you using on you prints. With MIS ink I assume. Thanks M Stratton ... Margaret Stratton Obermann Center Research Scholar Professor of Art...
The reason I've always stayed away from glossy inkjet prints for my own work is the fact that they are rc based. I have a closet full of old rc type c and...
I hope this is not too far off topic. I need a printer capable of printing A2 size CAD engineering drawings in B&W, even better if it can handle A1 size paper....
... I've been using a syringe full of water to rinse off the poppet valve and then using a piece of tape over outlet. My hope is to avoid ink drying and then...
For glossy prints I use PremierArt Print Shield. For matte prints I use Lascaux Fixativ (see http://www.dickblick.com/zz217/14/ ). Paul www.PaulRoark.com...
... Jerry's has this on sale thru June for $12.99 http://www.jerrysartarama.com/art-supply/catalogs/0047147000000 Regards, Clayton Info on black and white...
You can use Premier A S for matte prints, and it does give them better uv protection and can in many cases double the life of the print. But, there is slight...
Here's the reply that I got back from Epson when I asked about the statement on Amazon's web site about the R1800 being discontinued. I would have used ...
Well I have decided to go an order the R2400 from Epson, after reviewing all the other sites and the prices Epson gives the best deal to a NY resident, no tax,...
Thanks for all the information, Paul. I've been experimenting with the Photoshop curves you developed for UT-7's to see the sort of results correct curves can...
... It lowers the dmax. Lascaux has the least negative effect on matte dmax of the sprays I've tested. (I have 3 more sitting here waiting for testing.) With...
HI Paul http://www.irdigital.net/ will be doing my D100 conversion. There is also www.maxmax.com that does digital camera conversions too Fran winten@... ...
Another "which printer to buy?" posting. I am quite new to the world of digital photography, though I have been a traditional wet darkroom photographer for...
