Made from 100% cotton fiber, Palo Duro Etching 315 gives you the classic look of a fine photographic art print. The surface adds just the right amount of texture to your print and will not distract from the details you worked so hard to capture. This OBA-free paper is ideal for museum quality and conservation grade prints. Compared to Trinity River Velvet, our other cold press paper, Palo Duro has a less pronounced surface texture. ...continue reading below
Made from 100% cotton fiber, Palo Duro Etching 315 gives you the classic look of a fine photographic art print. The surface adds just the right amount of texture to your print and will not distract from the details you worked so hard to capture. This OBA-free paper is ideal for museum quality and conservation grade prints. Compared to Trinity River Velvet, our other cold press paper, Palo Duro has a less pronounced surface texture.
Why "Art" Paper for Photography?
For many years, cotton art papers were emulsion coated for darkroom printing. The result is sublime - an elegant surface texture and sophisticated hand-feel. With modern inkjet coating, your prints will have a powerful impact and are sure to please.
Warmer White Paper
Palo Duro Etching 315 is a natural white paper. This is because we do not add any chemicals that make paper look bright white. The whites of your image are going to take on an elegant, warmer look. This is a benefit for images of nature, skin tones, landscapes, rich black & whites and artwork reproductions.
Deep Blacks
You will be amazed that a matte paper can make luxurious deep blacks. The secret is a barrier coat between the paper and inkjet receiving layer. Ink stays locked into the inkjet coating and cannot sink into the paper base. The results are luxurious deep blacks.
Museum Grade
This means a museum curator would be comfortable putting this paper on display. The keys to museum quality are 100% cotton fiber, acid-free, lignin-free, and optical brightener (OBA) free.
Ideal For
The texture and feel of watercolor or cold press fine art paper
Deep blacks, smooth gray tones, true saturated colors
Fine photographic reproductions for sale or for display at home
Discerning print enthusiasts
Good To Know
True conservation grade media - No optical brighteners, acid free, lignin free
Warm white tone for amazing landscapes, nature, and scenes with a natural color pallet
There are no markings or logos on the back
Handle this fine product with care - hold by edges and use gloves.
An elegant fine photographic print experience - look, feel, and performance
Museum grade media to support your long term display needs
Stunning color reproduction and deep blacks enhance your photos and artwork
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.
Specifications
Specifications
Paper Weight: 315 gsm / 84 lb. Thickness: 20 mil Surface: Textured Printable: Photo and art quality on front. Text and light graphics on the back. Coating: Microporous coated on one side Color: Natural (warmer) white Type: 100% cotton rag content / Acid-free base stock and coating / Internally buffered / 90 brightness Back: No markings or logos Optical Brighteners: No Roll Specs: Core: 3" Outside Diameter: 4.85"
All products are compatible with aqueous inks. Not designed for solvent or UV.
Will this paper feed into your printer?
Paper feed is related to your printer's design and age. It can also hinge on your willingness to put some extra work into the process with heavy and thick papers.
Desktop Printer With Front Paper Tray ONLY: No
Desktop Printer with Rear / Top Paper Tray: Yes*
Epson Wide Format: Yes
Canon Wide Format: Yes
HP Wide Format: Yes
Other Aqueous & Latex Printers: Yes
HP Desktop - No
* Heavy cotton art papers may not consistently auto-feed in the top main paper tray. They can be fed by hand easily, and may feed without assistance on some occasions. Returns on this paper are not accepted on the basis of feed problems.
* 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.
Printer Settings
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Well, I got the paper but I don't remember ordering. I made two exellent 8.5X11 Prints and was getting ready to use 11 X 14 when the printer stopped. I was able to get the paper out but it got tore up on the right side and perhaps left a few shards inside. The problem is I can't close the paper drawer all the way, but regular paper will come through ok with black ink all over the borders in horizontal streaks that stop at the edge of the image. Really weird stuff.
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I absolutely love my 5 x 7 paper. I create prints of my watercolor paintings. I also create ACEO prints with this paper. Honestly, you can barely tell a difference between my original and my print. Highly recommend.
Great option for fine art prints
Megen Leigh, Oct 05, 2026
I purchased a quantity of this paper for the purpose of creating fine art prints of my watercolor works. The paper feels and looks fantastic and the prints look incredible on it. Will be purchasing more soon!
Palo Duro Etching
Wayne Avis, Oct 05, 2026
Very happy with detail and contrast with a black and white print with my canon pro 300 on this paper.
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Museum Grade Paper
Papers with the museum designation make curators happy. They are made from 100% cotton rag content and have no optical brightener content. (OBA) The base stock is acid and lignin free. The coating is acid free. This type of offers the most archival option in terms of media stability over time.
