Deep blacks punctuated by bold splashes of color are the hallmark of firework photography. When printing these images, you will want a paper that can faithfully reproduce the dramatic mood of the display along with sharp detail. Using a glossy paper is normally the first choice for the task.
If you really want your firework photography to hit the next level, print it on photo metallic inkjet paper. This type of paper adds some pearlescent sparkle and an almost 3D look to images. The effect is stunning and sure to please.
If your technique was a bit off the night of the display and the bursts come out a bit blurry, you can possibly save the image by choosing a matte photo paper. Its lack of reflectivity and slightly lower saturation can lend an artistic flair to an otherwise imperfect firework shot.
68lb. UltraPro Gloss® 2.0
Meets or exceeds retail brand quality. The top selling gloss, UltraPro looks and feels like traditional glossy photo lab paper.
- Surface: Smooth gloss
- Paper Tone: Bright white
- Paper Weight: 68lb (270gsm)
- Thickness: 10.4 mil
Polar Gloss Metallic 255 (formerly 66lb. Polar Pearl Metallic)®
The new Polar Gloss Metallic 255 is a truly unique inkjet paper that closely matches the look of photo lab metallic prints.
- Surface: Pearlescent glossy finish
- Paper Weight: 66lb (255gsm)
- Thickness: 10.4 mil
60lb. Polar Matte®
Red River's Polar Matte raises the bar for imaging excellence. This paper brings you professional quality in every sense of the meaning.
- Paper Tone: Bold Bright White
- Paper Weight: 60lb (229gsm)
- Thickness: 10 mil
- Reverse Side: Plain paper
*NEW* Polar Luster Metallic 255®
The new Polar Luster Metallic gives you the unique metallic look with a classic luster surface. (Combine our Arctic Polar Luster with Polar Gloss Metallic 255)
- Surface: Luster texture (E-surface photo finish)
- Paper Weight: 255gsm (66lb.)
- Thickness: 10.5 mil
- Color: Pearlescent warm tone
Last updated: June 30, 2022
