[Scriptoris] paper for original works

[Alexandria Doyle]

try this for gsm weight
<http://painting.about.com/od/artglossaryw/g/defweightpaper.htm>

alex

On Tue, Jun 2, 2009 at 4:43 PM, Hillary Greenslade <hillaryrg at yahoo.com> wrote:
>
> BTW - heavier weight Pergamenata can be purchased from John Neal Booksellers (www.johnnealbooks.com)
> in two weights: 160gsm or 230gsm (called HEAVY).
> You can order a stack (precut) of 11x14, 10 sheets, for $16.95
> The order page actually says 'Perfect size for SCA Scrolls' - guess they know us! That order is for the 230gsm. weight.
>
> Not sure how the gsm converts to lbs in paper weights. Perhaps its a metric vs inches system thing.
>
> Cheers, Hillary
>
> --- On Tue, 6/2/09, Hillary Greenslade <hillaryrg at yahoo.com> wrote:
>
>> From: Hillary Greenslade <hillaryrg at yahoo.com>
>> Subject: Re: [Scriptoris] paper for original works
>> To: " Inc.Scribes within Ansteorra - SCA" <scriptoris at lists.ansteorra.org>
>> Date: Tuesday, June 2, 2009, 4:24 PM
>>
>> As you said, paper choices often depend on the artisan.
>>
>> For quick, less expensive or less period work, I use the
>> Strathmore 400 drawing paper for ink, it's 80lb smooth
>> surface paper.   I don't prefer the stiffness
>> of bristol board, tho many kingdoms recommend it for it's
>> smooth surface.  Looking online at the Strathmore 400
>> series, I see there is also an Acrylic pad, at 246lb paper,
>> as a textured linen surface, might be a good one to try out.
>>
>>
>> I have only recently played with Permanenata, I got the
>> 80lb sheet from Jerry's-art-arama.  While the surface
>> is similar to a 'real' vellum, it will also swell/pucker if
>> you get it too wet.  Star Signet suggested I try the
>> heavier weight Pergamenata (140lb) as it maybe less apt to
>> have water issues.
>>
>> Most projects, I prefer Fabriano Artistico, 140lb hot
>> press; it's a company that was in existance during the
>> 13-1400's and is still in business. It's a lovely paper, a
>> full sheet runs under $6.00 and you get four sheets of 11x14
>> pages from that.
>>
>> For truly historic work, you will want to use vellum or
>> parchment, but be warned it can be costly.  Practice
>> with it first to get a feel for it.
>>
>> Cheers, Hillary
>>
>> --- On Tue, 6/2/09, Sarah Redford <reddragun38_2000 at yahoo.com>
>> wrote:
>>
>> > From: Sarah Redford <reddragun38_2000 at yahoo.com>
>> > Subject: [Scriptoris] paper for original works
>> > To: Scriptoris at lists.ansteorra.org
>> > Date: Tuesday, June 2, 2009, 3:52 PM
>> > Good afternoon,
>> > I want to do a few better quality original works and
>> enter
>> > the achievment contest at 30th year.  The only paper
>> I have
>> > used so far is Bristol Smooth 100lb.  I have heard
>> of
>> > Pergamenta and Arches.  Which brand, type and weight
>> would
>> > be good for doing better than average work?  I
>> realize this
>> > can depend upon the artist and the piece being worked
>> on.
>> > I just wanted some thoughts from those who have used
>> these
>> > types of paper.
>> > In service,
>> > Sarah
>> > Rosenfeld
>> >
>> > Also, I am going to do some illumination and
>> calligraphy on
>> > a wood surface.  Would it be better to do the work
>> > on paper and glue it to the wood, coat the wood with
>> gesso
>> > and do the work on that or use another technique?
>> >
>> >
>> >
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