Fine Art Prints · Media ·Jul 29, 2026

Standard & Economy Paper for Fine Art Prints and Retail Art

by Uproar Design & Print Team

Introduction

Listed paper can be found at Uproar Design & Print's Fine Art Printing Service under the "Standard (Economy)" series. Listed papers are recommended for artists who are looking for cost-effective art printing.

We do not offer “special in-house paper” or “blank-labeled paper sourced overseas.” We disclose all paper specifications for transparency and quality assurance.

Paper List

Epson Premium Semi-matte Photo Paper 260 gsm
Epson Enhanced Matte Paper 192 gsm
Epson Premium Luster Photo Paper 260 gsm
Epson Premium Semi-gloss Photo Paper 170 gsm
Arista-II RC Glossy Inkjet Paper 252 gsm
- Affordable Art Printing with Professional Quality
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Epson Premium Semi-matte Photo Paper 260 gsm

Actual Weight : 258 gsm / 95 lb Cover approx.
Thickness: 10.7 mil

Brightness : 94 % ISO brightness
Opacity: 96 %
Base: Alpha cellulose

Acid-free : Not specified by manufacturer
Lignin-free: Not specified by manufacturer

Optical brightening agents (OBA) : Yes , moderate

Permanence : Suitable for long-lasting photographic output when combined with archival pigment ink and appropriate display or storage. It is not archival-certified.

ISO 9706 Archival Paper : No verified certification or compliance claim

Brand: Epson
Product Origin: Japan

Epson Premium Semi-matte is a heavyweight, resin-coated photographic paper with a low-gloss surface that reduces glare while maintaining strong color saturation and deep blacks. Its substantial, non-cockling base provides a professional photographic feel. The instant-drying coating makes the finished print easier to handle and display.

Epson semi-matte photo paper surface showing a soft, diffuse reflection.

Surface Reflection

Close-up of the white, finely textured surface of Epson semi-matte photo paper.

Base White

Epson Enhanced Matte Paper 192 gsm

Weight : 192 gsm / 71 lb Cover approx.
Thickness: 10.3 mil

Brightness : 104 % ISO brightness
Opacity: 94 %
Base: Alpha cellulose

Acid-free : Not specified by manufacturer
Lignin-free: Not specified by manufacturer

Optical brightening agents (OBA): Yes , moderate

Permanence : Standard economy display paper. Suitable for long-lasting output when printed with archival pigment ink and properly displayed or stored, but the paper itself is not archival-certified.

ISO 9706 Archival Paper : No verified certification or compliance claim

Brand: Epson
Product Origin: Japan

Epson Enhanced Matte is a bright-white, smooth matte paper designed for affordable art prints, illustrations, posters, presentations, and photographs that do not require a reflective surface. Its flat finish supports saturated color while retaining highlight and shadow detail. It is compatible with Epson UltraChrome pigment inks and dye-based ink systems.

Epson Enhanced Matte paper surface with an even matte finish.

Surface Texture

Close-up of the smooth white texture of Epson Enhanced Matte paper.

Base White

Epson Premium Luster Photo Paper 260 gsm

Weight : 260 gsm / 96 lb Cover approx.
Thickness: 10.0 mil

Brightness : 104 % ISO brightness
Opacity: 97 %
Base: Alpha cellulose

Acid-free : Not specified by manufacturer
Lignin-free: Not specified by manufacturer

Optical brightening agents (OBA) : Yes , moderate

Permanence : Suitable for long-lasting photographic output with archival pigment ink and appropriate protection. It is not archival-certified.

ISO 9706 Archival Paper : No verified certification or compliance claim

Brand: Epson
Product Origin: Japan

Epson Premium Luster is a heavyweight, resin-coated photo paper with a traditional luster surface similar to professional portrait and silver-halide photographic papers. It produces saturated color, strong black density, and detailed photographic reproductions. Its instant-drying, non-cockling base is suitable for photography, portraits, digital art, portfolios, and display prints.

Epson Luster photo paper surface with a broad reflected highlight and fine texture.

Surface Reflection

Close-up of the white surface texture of Epson Luster photo paper.

Base White

Epson Premium Semi-gloss Photo Paper 170 gsm

Actual Weight : 165 gsm / 61 lb Cover approx.
Thickness: 7.0 mil

Brightness : 94 % ISO brightness
Opacity: 90 %
Base: Alpha cellulose

Acid-free : Not specified by manufacturer
Lignin-free: Not specified by manufacturer

Optical brightening agents (OBA) : Yes , moderate

Permanence : Standard photographic and display media. Appropriate for long-lasting output with pigment ink and suitable protection, but it is not archival-certified.

ISO 9706 Archival Paper : No verified certification or compliance claim

Brand: Epson
Product Origin: Japan

Epson Premium Semi-gloss is a lightweight, economical resin-coated paper with a smooth photographic finish. Its thinner construction makes it suitable for large prints, posters, portfolios, proofs, displays, and promotional graphics. The instant-drying surface works with pigment and dye inks.

Epson semi-gloss photo paper surface with a concentrated reflected highlight.

Surface Reflection

Close-up of the smooth white surface of Epson semi-gloss photo paper.

Base White

Arista-II RC Glossy Inkjet Paper 252 gsm

Weight : 252 gsm / 93 lb Cover approx.
Thickness: 10.4 mil

Brightness : 92 % ISO (Estimated)
Opacity: Not published
Base: Alpha cellulose

Acid-free : Not specified by manufacturer
Lignin-free: Not specified by manufacturer

Optical brightening agents (OBA) : Yes , moderate

Permanence : Freestyle Photo Imaging Supplies states that pigment-ink prints will last longer than dye-ink prints, but it provides no numerical permanence rating. Print life depends on storage, mounting, lighting, humidity, and airborne contaminants.

ISO 9706 Archival Paper : No verified certification or compliance claim

Brand: Arista-II
Product Origin: Japan

Arista-II RC Glossy is a bright-white, heavyweight resin-coated photo paper with a glossy microporous ink-receptive coating. It produces high-resolution photographic images, dries instantly, and offers water-resistant handling after printing. Compatible with pigment and dye inks, it is positioned as an economical alternative to Epson Premium Glossy Photo Paper.