Photo Papers
Precision-engineered prints for artists, photographers, and galleries across Canada.
At BLITZ, we go beyond standard commercial printing. We focus on the fundamental harmony of color accuracy and material integrity. Our Professional Photo Print service is designed for those who demand a faithful reproduction of their digital vision. By utilizing industry-leading archival pigment inks and premium resin-coated substrates, we ensure your photography and digital art maintain their brilliance for a lifetime.
Technical Workflow: Our Commitment to Excellence
- Precision Color Management & ICC Profiling: Every print begins with a rigorous file evaluation. We operate a fully color-managed workflow using custom ICC profiles to ensure a seamless transition from screen to paper. Our goal is to minimize Delta E variance, providing professional-grade consistency for every order.
- 12-Channel Archival Pigment Technology: We utilize advanced 12-color aqueous pigment ink systems that far exceed the limitations of standard CMYK printing. This allows for an expanded color gamut and incredibly smooth tonal transitions. With a high D-Max (Maximum Density), our prints deliver deep, rich blacks and intricate shadow details that bring a three-dimensional quality to your work.
- Hand-Crafted Inspection & Local Finishing: Quality control is handled by expert eyes in our local studio. Every print undergoes a final inspection under calibrated lighting to ensure surface integrity. Once approved, each piece is precisely hand-trimmed to your exact specifications, ensuring a gallery-ready finish.
Premium Paper Options: Find Your Finish
- Photo Matte - Epson Enhanced Matte Paper (250gsm): A non-reflective, smooth surface ideal for black-and-white photography and minimalist illustrations. It provides a sophisticated, glare-free viewing experience.
- Photo Satin - Epson Premium Luster Photo Paper (260gsm): The industry standard for professional photography. It offers a subtle sheen with high color saturation and is highly resistant to fingerprints.
- Photo Gloss - Epson Premium Photo Glossy Paper (250gsm): High-reflectivity for maximum punch. Best suited for high-contrast images and vibrant landscapes where sharpness is the priority
- Canson® Infinity Baryta Photographique II (310gsm): The gold standard for exhibition-quality prints. This paper features a true barium sulphate layer, offering the look and feel of a traditional silver halide darkroom print. It provides exceptional contrast, deep blacks, and high sharpness—perfect for black-and-white photography and high-end portfolios.)
- Canson® Infinity Platine Fibre Rag (310gsm): A 100% cotton museum-grade baryta paper free of optical brighteners, engineered to replicate the surface and feel of traditional F-type fibre photographic paper. Its exceptionally high Dmax and superior grey-tone reproduction make it the preferred choice of discerning photographers for both colour and monochrome work.
- Hahnemühle® Photo Rag Baryta (315gsm): A 100% cotton paper with a premium high-gloss baryta coating that evokes the aesthetic of classic darkroom fibre-based prints. It achieves the deepest blacks and richest micro-contrast available on any inkjet substrate, making it the definitive choice for fine art photography and limited edition prints.
- Hahnemühle® Photo Rag (308gsm): A 100% cotton, OBA-free matte paper with a velvety surface and natural white tone. Widely regarded as the industry benchmark for fine art reproductions and portfolio prints, it delivers exceptional tonal gradation and deep, accurate colour across the full gamut.
- Hahnemühle® Photo Rag Ultra Smooth (305gsm): A 100% cotton fine art paper with an ultra-smooth, buttery surface prized for its surprising flexibility and robustness. It meets the highest standards for density, colour gradation, and image sharpness — ideal for detailed photography and digital illustration.
- Moab® Juniper Baryta Rag (305gsm): A 100% cotton true baryta paper using barium sulfate coating technology to deliver the depth and shadow detail of classic silver halide prints. Its slight fibre-gloss surface and warm white tone produce a timeless, luminous quality well-suited to editorial and fine art photography.
Technical Specifications
- Inkset: Museum-Grade 12-Color Archival Pigment
- Archival Rating: 100+ years of fade resistance (ISO 18902 standards)
- Color Space Support: sRGB, Adobe RGB (1998), ProPhoto RGB
- Finishing: Precision Manual Hand-Cut
Ordering Information
- Resolution: For optimal gallery results, please submit files at 300 DPI.
- Borders: Prints are produced as Full Bleed (edge-to-edge) unless a white border option is selected.
- Shipping & Pickup: Securely packaged and shipped across Canada. Local pickup is available at our studio (Ready for pickup in 2-4 business days).
Professional Photo Prints: High-Fidelity Giclée Reproduction
Technical Workflow: Our Commitment to Excellence
- Precision Color Management & ICC Profiling: Every print begins with a rigorous file evaluation. We operate a fully color-managed workflow using custom ICC profiles to ensure a seamless transition from screen to paper. Our goal is to minimize Delta E variance, providing professional-grade consistency for every order.
- 12-Channel Archival Pigment Technology: We utilize advanced 12-color aqueous pigment ink systems that far exceed the limitations of standard CMYK printing. This allows for an expanded color gamut and incredibly smooth tonal transitions. With a high D-Max (Maximum Density), our prints deliver deep, rich blacks and intricate shadow details that bring a three-dimensional quality to your work.
- Hand-Crafted Inspection & Local Finishing: Quality control is handled by expert eyes in our local studio. Every print undergoes a final inspection under calibrated lighting to ensure surface integrity. Once approved, each piece is precisely hand-trimmed to your exact specifications, ensuring a gallery-ready finish.
Premium Paper Options: Find Your Finish
- Photo Matte - Epson Enhanced Matte Paper (250gsm): A non-reflective, smooth surface ideal for black-and-white photography and minimalist illustrations. It provides a sophisticated, glare-free viewing experience.
- Photo Satin - Epson Premium Luster Photo Paper (260gsm): The industry standard for professional photography. It offers a subtle sheen with high color saturation and is highly resistant to fingerprints.
- Photo Gloss - Epson Premium Photo Glossy Paper (250gsm): High-reflectivity for maximum punch. Best suited for high-contrast images and vibrant landscapes where sharpness is the priority
- Canson® Infinity Baryta Photographique II (310gsm): The gold standard for exhibition-quality prints. This paper features a true barium sulphate layer, offering the look and feel of a traditional silver halide darkroom print. It provides exceptional contrast, deep blacks, and high sharpness—perfect for black-and-white photography and high-end portfolios.)
- Canson® Infinity Platine Fibre Rag (310gsm): A 100% cotton museum-grade baryta paper free of optical brighteners, engineered to replicate the surface and feel of traditional F-type fibre photographic paper. Its exceptionally high Dmax and superior grey-tone reproduction make it the preferred choice of discerning photographers for both colour and monochrome work.
- Hahnemühle® Photo Rag Baryta (315gsm): A 100% cotton paper with a premium high-gloss baryta coating that evokes the aesthetic of classic darkroom fibre-based prints. It achieves the deepest blacks and richest micro-contrast available on any inkjet substrate, making it the definitive choice for fine art photography and limited edition prints.
- Hahnemühle® Photo Rag (308gsm): A 100% cotton, OBA-free matte paper with a velvety surface and natural white tone. Widely regarded as the industry benchmark for fine art reproductions and portfolio prints, it delivers exceptional tonal gradation and deep, accurate colour across the full gamut.
- Hahnemühle® Photo Rag Ultra Smooth (305gsm): A 100% cotton fine art paper with an ultra-smooth, buttery surface prized for its surprising flexibility and robustness. It meets the highest standards for density, colour gradation, and image sharpness — ideal for detailed photography and digital illustration.
- Moab® Juniper Baryta Rag (305gsm): A 100% cotton true baryta paper using barium sulfate coating technology to deliver the depth and shadow detail of classic silver halide prints. Its slight fibre-gloss surface and warm white tone produce a timeless, luminous quality well-suited to editorial and fine art photography.
Technical Specifications
- Inkset: Museum-Grade 12-Color Archival Pigment
- Archival Rating: 100+ years of fade resistance (ISO 18902 standards)
- Color Space Support: sRGB, Adobe RGB (1998), ProPhoto RGB
- Finishing: Precision Manual Hand-Cut
Ordering Information
- Resolution: For optimal gallery results, please submit files at 300 DPI.
- Borders: Prints are produced as Full Bleed (edge-to-edge) unless a white border option is selected.
- Shipping & Pickup: Securely packaged and shipped across Canada. Local pickup is available at our studio (Ready for pickup in 2-4 business days).