{"product_id":"washi-b-black-and-white-printing-paper-on-bamboo-base-5-x-7in-pack-of-12","title":"Washi \"B\" Black and White Printing Paper on Bamboo Base 5 x 7in Pack of 12","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWashi \"B\" Black and White Printing Paper on Bamboo Base\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWashi \"B\" is a unique black and white darkroom printing paper made using handmade bamboo paper from Japan, which is then hand-coated in France by Film Washi. Unlike traditional fibre-based papers, there is no white baryta layer between the emulsion and the paper base, allowing the natural character, texture, and fibres of the bamboo paper to remain visible in the finished print.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith a weight of 110gsm and a fixed Grade 3 contrast, Washi \"B\" produces warm image tones, beautiful contrast, and a distinctive handcrafted appearance that is ideal for fine art and alternative photographic printing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhy We Like It\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is not a conventional darkroom paper. The visible bamboo fibres and natural paper texture become part of the final image, creating prints with a unique handcrafted look that simply cannot be replicated with standard fibre-based papers. It is an excellent choice for photographers looking to create exhibition prints, alternative process work, or highly expressive darkroom projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandmade bamboo paper produced by Awagami Factory in Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-coated by Film Washi in France\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFixed Grade 3 contrast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarm image tones with rich contrast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e110gsm bamboo paper base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo white baryta layer, allowing the paper character to remain visible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for enlarger printing and contact printing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with traditional darkroom processing methods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePack includes 12 sheets plus 12 test strips for exposure testing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for fine art, alternative process, and creative darkroom printing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eProcessing Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan be exposed and processed like traditional fibre-based photographic paper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFilm Washi recommends using water instead of an acidic stop bath\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe smoothest side is the emulsion side, with a rougher texture on the reverse\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemporary darker spots may appear during processing due to natural variations in the bamboo fibres and the absence of a baryta layer. These disappear once the print is fully dry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor drying, place prints on a flat glass surface or board and secure with kraft paper tape. Avoid using a squeegee directly on the emulsion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e12 x Sheets of Washi \"B\" Black and White Printing Paper\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine art darkroom printing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlternative photographic processes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExhibition and portfolio prints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreative black and white printing projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhotographers seeking a distinctive handmade paper finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Washi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58210276934019,"sku":"WASH051","price":31.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0911\/9085\/4019\/files\/WashiBBamboo_7f4149f8-c7e4-40a0-a1ef-78c809e2da4b.jpg?v=1780997009","url":"https:\/\/firstcall-photographic.co.uk\/products\/washi-b-black-and-white-printing-paper-on-bamboo-base-5-x-7in-pack-of-12","provider":"Firstcall Photographic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}