What is the best paper for your print?

We have handpicked a selection of beautiful papers and framing options which have been tested with our images, to bring you a Fine Art Print that will enhance your chosen area of display. All of our images have been selected from thousands of others and we believe represent how Vanessa sees the underwater world. There are countless hours behind these images and we’re proud to bring to you our favourite water scenes.

~ Hahnemühle Hemp- 290 gsm, 60% hemp fibre, 40% cotton, white

Hahnemühle Hemp uses one of the oldest and most diverse natural fibres in the world and is made of 60% hemp fibre. 

The FineArt inkjet paper’s base impresses with its bright white natural tone, and thanks to the bright white colour of the hemp fibres, no optical brighteners are required. This paper belongs to our natural line using one of the oldest and most diverse natural fibres in the world. The lightly textured surface gives the paper a pleasant, silky feel and thanks to the bright white colour of the hemp fibres, no optical brighteners are required. Colours and details are brilliantly depicted, the depth of the black truly stands out and contrasts are reproduced with stunning effect. Hemp was an essential part of paper production for centuries, and due to its extremely robust fibres, it has often been used for long-lasting historical documents, such as the Gutenberg Bible and the US Declaration of Independence. 

It’s a great choice if you want to frame this behind a glass, due to its matte finish which avoids adding further reflections. Vibrant images pair really well with this choice of paper.

If you know Vanessa, she’s passionate about sustainability and re-using, so we’re very happy that we can incorporate such an option for our customers.

~ Hahnemuhle Fine Art Baryta- 325 gsm · 100% α-cellulose

Hahnemühle FineArt Baryta is a bright white, cellulose-based FineArt inkjet paper with a coating specially tailored for fine art use. The clearly visible, exquisite felt structure lends the paper its lovely soft feel and tactile surface texture to produce prints with a stunning three-dimensional quality and depth. The high-gloss premium inkjet coating guarantees outstanding print results with perfect reproduction of colour and detail, deep blacks and striking contrasts. The barium sulphate within the coating gives FineArt Baryta the feel of a traditional analogue paper and makes it a very popular choice. The acid- and lignin-free FineArt inkjet paper meets the most exacting requirements for age resistance. FineArt Baryta is a versatile classic for FineArt applications and sets standards in the printing of both black and white and colour photographs.

This paper will bring all the fine detail in the print providing a gloss finish to your print.

~ Bauhaus Metallic- High white 240 gsm

This microporous, resin coated photo paper with a high gloss features a unique metallic surface that provides high gloss, extreme sharpness and will make your choice of image stand out at any location. One of the features of metallic prints is the illusion of depth, almost appearing three-dimensional. The shimmering finish provides a luxurious touch to each print and this type of paper is also known for their longevity.

We find that it works beautifully if paired with acrylic framing due to its high warm white pearlescent metallic effect. Please get in contact with us if you would like to add an acrylic block to your print.