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QUESTION:
I have been using Ilford Multigrade pearl and I'm ready to try new paper. After reading Ansel Adams "The Print" and his personal preferences on papers, I would like to try Oriental, ,but I'm unsure of the type of grade. I would also like to try fiber base. I will be going to Santa Fe in five weeks and shooting true infrared, besides B&W. I prefer a pearl/matte finish, but will try a glossy finish. I use Dektol developer.

ANSWER:
Hi Amy,
I think that you will like Oriental paper and should try it. I use Oriental VC FB (fiberbase) and you can use Ilford Multigrade filters. This is the one I would suggest although the Cachet paper is as good.. The VC FB is glossy and I know that you will like the surface as contrasted to the matte. I suggest you contact Freestyle and order some Oriental or Cachet paper and give it a try. Both of these papers work well with Dektol.

Good luck with the paper and on your trip to Santa Fe.

Bob Byers