Big Bend Baryta (tell me more about the name) delivers the deep tonality, rich detail, and classic feel of a true darkroom print. Its smooth surface and subtle sheen are matched by a neutral white tone created using a 100% barium sulfate (baryta) layer, the traditional method that gives fine photographic papers their natural depth and character. Ideal for portraits and landscapes, this paper produces deep blacks, striking contrast, and gallery-worthy results. If you're printing for exhibition or final delivery, Big Bend Baryta sets the standard.
...continue reading below
Big Bend Baryta (tell me more about the name) delivers the deep tonality, rich detail, and classic feel of a true darkroom print. Its smooth surface and subtle sheen are matched by a neutral white tone created using a 100% barium sulfate (baryta) layer, the traditional method that gives fine photographic papers their natural depth and character. Ideal for portraits and landscapes, this paper produces deep blacks, striking contrast, and gallery-worthy results. If you're printing for exhibition or final delivery, Big Bend Baryta sets the standard.
Big Bend Baryta's whiteness comes from a special barium sulfate variant called blanc-fixe, which means permanent white. This material is in the coating. It is inert and lends stability to the paper's whiteness over time. The coating and base materials are free of acid, lignin, and fluorescent brightening agents. Big Bend Baryta 310 gives you all you need for true exhibition quality photographic prints.
Ideal For:
The look of true fiber-based darkroom prints
Images with deep blacks and rich color
Fine photographic reproductions – for sale or for display at home
Discerning print enthusiasts
Good To Know
Archival grade material
Neutral white paper – neither warm or cool surface tone
FOGRA Certified ISO 9706 (paper aging standards)
There are no markings or logos on the back
Very low OBA content
Red River Paper is made by printing enthusiasts for printing enthusiasts. Whether you are a professional photographer, photographic enthusiast, designer, or business, our experts have firsthand knowledge of all our products. If you have a question, give us a ring or shoot us an email. You'll receive a lightning-fast response from an actual live human with actual real-life expertise.
* Always display inkjet prints under glass, plastic or in a book for maximum print life.
* Compatible with pigment and dye inks.
* Not for inkjet printers with a front-feed only design.
Specifications
Specifications
Paper Weight: 310 gsm Thickness: 12 mil Surface: Elegant smooth finish with medium sheen Printable: Photo and art quality on glossy side. Not printable on the back. Coating: Microporous coated Color: Neutral white Type: 100% alpha-cellulose base stock with pure Baryta whitener layer. Acid free, lignin free, buffered with calcium carbonate, FOGRA Certified ISO 9706 (paper aging standards) Back: No markings or logos Optical Brighteners? Very low Roll Specs Core: 3" Outside Diameter: 4.35"
* If your printer has a specialty media path, we recommend you use it with this paper. If you only have a top paper tray, you can use this product one sheet at a time. Please read our Tips for Feeding Inkjet Papers article for tips on printing with specialty paper stocks.
Printer Settings
Recommended printer settings. This link opens a new browser window
Have been photographing for 55 years now, and over the years have used most papers out there. When I switched to digital and out of the darkroom, it was a whole new learning curve for papers. My printer is a older Epson R2880 which still functions very well. Initially I used only Epson papers, then went off to Moab and other higher end papers. Then found Red River. Have tested out virtually all their papers over the years with good results. This new paper (Big Bend) really raises the bar for a reasonably priced paper offering top quality results. My work flow is as follows: Raw files brought into Bridge then opened In Adobe Camera raw for basic adjustments, then into DXO Nick collection for finishing. I use a iMac with calibrated screen. To print I first resize in Photoshop then do out put sharpening in Nick Collection then open in Epson print layout (get from Epson as a download for free) For B&W I use the Advanced Black and White setting (neutral) and on Big Bend paper, results are real terrific. Virtually identical to the old Oriental Seagull paper I used in the darkroom. For color I use the RR ICC profiles which are excellent, results again are top notch. Have gone through three boxes of this paper now and can really recommend the paper. It goes without saying though, without the proper editing work flow, no paper will give good results.
Verified Buyer
Dieter Wilkinson - Dec 16, 2021
Not Sure Which Paper?
Not sure which Red River paper is best for you? Order a sample kit now and discover the perfect paper now. Free shipping on sample kit orders.
Need Expert Advice?
If you do not find what you are looking
for, just contact us by phone or email!
Red River Paper offers volume discounts on our inkjet papers to help you save money.
Discounts apply to inkjet papers, rolls, note cards, and envelopes.
Save 5%
Order 6-10 Items
Save 7%
Order 10-19 Items
Save 10%
Order 20-49 Items
Save 15%
Order 50 or more Items
Discounts are displayed automatically in the shopping cart.
You can mix different types of papers and envelopes to achieve a discount level.
Volume discounts do not apply to the following items:
Sale or Promotional Items
Closeout Products
Seconds Items
Inks
Card Boxes
Sample Kits
Archival Grade Paper
Papers with the Archival designtation can take many forms. They can be glossy, matte, canvas, or an artistic product. These papers are acid free, lignin free and can be made of virgin tree fiber (alpha cellulose) or 25-100% cotton rag. They are likely to have optical or fluorescent brightening agents (OBAs) - chemicals that make the paper appear brighter white. Presence of OBAs does not indicate your image will fade faster. It does predict a slow change in the white point of your paper, especially if it is displayed without UV filter glass or acrylic.
Archival Grade Summary
Numerous papers - made from tree or cotton content
Acid and lignin free base stock
Inkjet coating layer acid free
Can have OBAs in the base or the coating
Photobase Coating Acidity
Photobase resin coated (RC) inkjet papers always have a slightly acidic coating. The acid content (pH 6.8) makes instant ink drying possible. The level of acid content is not high enough to affect print stability over time.
The base stock of all Red River inkjet papers are acid free.
">
