Five things to look out for

1

Glossy, semi-gloss and lustre papers have a shiny top layer, while matte papers are nonreflective.

2

Papers come in a bewildering array of pack sizes and are often discounted, so shop around.

3

We’ve quoted for packs of A4-sized paper but they come in an array of sizes – and some are even available on rolls.

4

Fine art papers are often based on cotton ‘rag’ and other premium fibres, offering higher quality.

5

Fine art media is usually heavier than mass-produced paper and comes in a huge range of textures.