Hi folks,
A friend and I have been working on a book project and are developing spreads and mockups of the covers, etc. so that we can talk to a few university presses about taking on the publishing of the book. It is not primarily a photography book, but most of the images in it will be mine (with a bunch of historical/archive images in it as well).
I want to print out some of the spreads onto a paper that is about the right weight and finish of what we might use for the book, but I've not really gotten into the world of proofing paper or book-weight papers at all, so I'm looking for some recommendations to get started.
Here's what I think we want based on my discussions with the main writer/author (he's a graphics designer, so he is developing the book design):
- Satin or luster finish with no texture
- Book weight, so I presume 22# to about 32# approximately
- Bright white, (presumably with OBAs)
- Double-sided is good, but not necessary
- I will use an Epson P800 printer, so Pigment ink compatible
I will profile the paper and the most important thing is that the paper make a good representation of the weight and finish of a final printed book. We figure that we won't proof every spread, but if we decide to do that, it needs to be light weight enough to not produce a telephone book of thick paper.
Thanks,
---Michael
