Arista EDU Ultra VC FB Paper, 8x10", Glossy, 25 Sheets

When it comes to professional-grade black and white photographic printing, the Arista.EDU Ultra VC FB Paper stands out with its exceptional quality and versatility. This premium variable contrast, fiber-based paper is engineered to accommodate a wide range of tonal contrasts, making it a top choice for photographers who demand precise control over their images.Crafted with a robust double-weight fiber base, the Arista.EDU Ultra VC FB Paper ensures durability and a high-quality feel, suitable for both exhibitions and archival purposes. The glossy surface option adds a luminous sheen to your prints, enhancing the depth and dimension of your black and white photographs.The paper's compatibility with yellow and magenta colored filters allows for seamless contrast adjustments, offering a spectrum of grades from 0 to 5. This feature provides the flexibility to achieve the exact look you desire, whether you're aiming for soft, subtle tones or striking, high-contrast images.Utilizing standard Ilford Multigrade or Kodak Polymax/Polycontrast filters, photographers can easily manipulate the contrast levels. For those with an enlarger color head, fine-tuning the amount of magenta or yellow filters will yield the perfect balance of highlights and shadows.The Arista.EDU Ultra VC FB Paper is optimized for tungsten or tungsten quartz halogen light sources, ensuring consistent and reliable contrast values. The exposure process is straightforward, with grades 00 to 3.5 sharing the same speed rating (ISO P200), while grades 4 to 5 may require a longer exposure time.In the darkroom, the paper should be handled under standard OC, red, or sodium vapor safelights, with precautions taken to minimize exposure to safelight to prevent fogging. The paper's processing is adaptable to both tray and machine methods, provided they are suitable for photographic papers with a baryta base.Developing the Arista.EDU Ultra VC FB Paper is straightforward, with a typical development time of 90 to 120 seconds at 68°F (20°C), following the developer manufacturer's recommendations. A standard stop bath should be used to halt development and preserve fixer life, followed by fixing in a standard solution.To ensure the longevity of your prints, a thorough washing in running water for 35 to 45 minutes is recommended, along with the use of a hypo clearing agent to reduce washing time and water usage.For optimal storage, keep the Arista.EDU Ultra VC FB Paper in a cool, dry place, and consider using a freezer for extended preservation. Always allow the paper to acclimate to room temperature before use and avoid condensation.The Arista.EDU Ultra VC FB Paper, available in a convenient pack of 25 glossy 8x10 inch sheets, is the professional's choice for creating high-quality, enduring black and white prints that truly stand the test of time.