Available Media

I stock at all times the following media. If your printing project needs a more specialized output, then we can order in the appropriate media within a couple of days. Contact me to discuss your requirements.

PHOTOGRAPHIC PAPERS:

Epson Premium Luster Photo Paper (260)

Wedding, portrait and school photographers have traditionally used luster paper for their photos. Now Epson offers this popular surface paper, Premium Luster Photo Paper, to digital printmakers. This instant drying paper produces vivid, lifelike images that rival those of traditional silver halide prints. Premium Luster Photo Paper delivers highly saturated prints by offering maximum ink coverage and a high D-Max for true photographic reproductions. Its 10-mil RC base gives prints a photographic feel, and keeps the paper cockle-free.

Epson Premium Glossy Photo Paper (250)

Premium Photo Paper Glossy has a high gloss finish that is perfect for printing your favorite cherished photos and enlargements for use with glass frames and photo albums. This paper is smudge and water-resistant with a smooth, bright white, resin coated stock.

Epson Premium Semi-Gloss Photo Paper (250)

Like Premium Glossy Photo Paper, this remarkable media has the look and feel of true photographic paper. Ideal for printing displays or scenic color images, this semigloss finished paper delivers beautiful results for all to enjoy. Due to its semigloss surface, lamination is not recommended.

FINE ART PAPERS:

Epson Velvet Fine Art Paper

Artists and photographers require a variety of media surfaces for their professional work. Epson is proud to introduce its first cotton paper for the desktop market, Velvet Fine Art Paper. With a base that is 100% cotton rag, buffered and acid free, this paper is coated with our popular Enhanced Matte coating, giving exceptional color gamut and high D-Max. The velvet surface is a favorite of photographers and artists alike, offering a unique museum quality feel. Combining impressive fine art cotton with Epson technology has created a paper that will be a classic for years to come.

Somerset Velvet

Somerset® has always been the first paper choice among serious artists and printmakers. Ever since the 1700s and the days of handmade paper, Somerset has enjoyed a reputation for quality that has continued to grow through the years. Now Epson brings you this old world paper, with an ink jet coating, to meet the quality requirements of the most demanding printmaker. Somerset Velvet for Epson is a 100% cotton, acid-free paper that delivers long-lasting prints when printed with EPSON Archival™ Ink or UltraChrome™ Ink.

UltraSmooth Fine Art Paper

Artists and professional photographers require true archival print media in a variety of weights and surface textures for their digital fine art and photography. Now Epson brings you an acid free,100% cotton hot press paper that is coated on both sides for extra versatility. This cylinder mould-made product features an ultra smooth finish on two sides (sheets) that is optimized for Epson Photographic Dye, Epson UltraChrome™, and Archival™ Inks. Offered in a variety of sizes and formats, this fine art paper is not only acid, lignin, and chlorine free, it is also pH buffered with calcium carbonate for a true archival sheet.

CANVAS:

Canvas Matte

Whether the application is photographic portraiture or fine art reproduction, Canvas Matte for Epson will satisfy even the most demanding professional by providing both the finest image quality as well as a vehicle for enhanced artistic creativity. Made from a durable blend of 65% Polyester and 35% Cotton, this unique heavyweight, quality canvas utilizes a tight weave that is ideal for photographic and fine art reproductions. It offers a high resolution coating that is pliable enough to withstand stretching without sagging, and displays a subtle texture for a true artistic look and feel. Combined with incredible color reproduction, Premium Canvas Matte for Epson provides a matte finish, instant dry versatility, and water resistance to allow for all applications that require the highest image quality and an archival display life.

What I do:

So what is 'Concepia"? And why is it "Your Center for Photography"?

Concepia is a new business venture run by local photographer, John Sinclair, and is located on Spring Street, opposite Wells Fargo Bank, behind the historic 100+ year old Camperdown Elm.

Concepia offers the following services:

Commercial Gallery: A dedicated photographic gallery focusing primarily on new and emerging Photographers from the Pacific Northwest.
Photographic Studio: Concepia is a Portraiture studio, but we have experience in all areas of commercial photography. Award Winning!
Photoshop Services: From retouching and restoring 100 year old photos to scanning and archiving your precious memories.
Large Format Printing: Concepia runs an Epson 9900. The best 44" printer in the world! From Premium Luster to Matte Canvas, we can print on it all.
Standard Printing: Don't need a huge print for you wall? Let me take care of the smaller prints too. 8x10's start at $10.
Art Bookstore: Largest collection of monographs north of Powells, or close to it. Come sit on the couch and browse the world's photographers.
Technology Tutoring: From Photoshop to Mac, we'll hold your hand through every step.
Photographic Workshops: we run these throughout the year, from beginners to advanced levels. Check out our calender for what's coming up

So you see, with all these services on offer, Concepia really is a "Photographic Center". Even if you don't see it see it listed on here, come in and talk to me. We'll find a solution to whatever problem you have.