It’s been months, maybe even a year, since I last printed my photos. And oh my word, I've missed it. Thank you, peonies, for the inspiration!

Drawing from my favorite matte paper design books and beautiful magazines (think early-day Kinfolk), I’m excited to share this start-to-finish artful editing tutorial with you today.

In today’s post, you’ll find:

  • Step-by-step guidance on creating moody, artful prints

  • My favorite matte photo paper and my current printer of choice.

  • Tips for achieving an editorial, matte look with the matte presets from the Studio collection.

Slide to Reveal the Before/After using the Quiet Dreams matte preset.

Let’s Dive Into the Edit & Print Layout Setup

Today’s Links

  • Red River Double-Sided Polar Matte Paper (I used 8.5x11.)

  • This is my Epson Printer.
    It’s economically priced and I love that it’s wide format but it can be a bit persnickety with thicker paper (80 lb+), and the ink does adds up. But I love the quality and color is beautiful.

  • Save 50% off the Studio collection (limited-time offer)

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Today’s Photo Details

  • Nikon z8, NIKKOR Z 50mm f/1.8 S Lens

  • ISO 160 | f/3.2 | 1/125

  • Quiet Dreams from the Studio Collection for an editorial look.

One More. Edited with Serendipitous from the Complete Studio Collection.

That’s a Wrap

Thanks so much for stopping by. Feel free to share your questions and thoughts (even hello) in the comments below.
I love knowing you were here.

With love & gratitude.

xx
Kim

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