This is a well documented problem with pigmented ink sets. With matt papers, you will be aware that you need to install a matt black cartridge and use the 'mk' profile settings in photoshop.
Colour control on the Epson 2100 with matt papers can be a little hairy without a bespoke profile - but then you know what to do about that... As for Gloss / semi Gloss stocks, I have been doing some testing and have found: 1. Bronzing occurs with Ultrachrome inks on most Glossy surfaces and to some degree with SemiGloss surfaces, as is the case with Lyson Fotonic inks. 2. Epson Premium Semigloss Photo Paper (SO41334) works well with the Epson 2100 / Ultrachrome inkset. 3. Lyson Vintage Style Semigloss works extremely well with Lyson Fotonic inks and I would assume that this paper would be very compatible with the Epson 2100 / Ultrachrome combination. 4. A possible cure for the bronzing 'problem' has been offered by a friend from Amsterdam who swears by printing onto any gloss surface you like and then D-Bond mounting your print and laminating with a semi gloss laminate. He says this eliminates the bronzing and further enhances your image stability and resistance to uv / air-bourne image fading. However this would only be acceptable for work being submitted for exhibition / gallery conditions. Whatever you decide, a profile will improve performance. http://www.profile-lab.com It is also worth noting that under certain profiled conditions, ink cartridge life can be extended. Food for thought, Michael =============================================================== GO TO http://www.prodig.org for ~ GUIDELINES ~ un/SUBSCRIBING ~ ITEMS for SALE
