Foma Fomabrom Variant 111 Baryta Photographic Paper 17.8x24 cm 25 sheets

Foma Fomabrom Variant 111 Baryta Photographic Paper 17.8x24 cm 25 sheets is a silver-gelatin baryta paper designed for traditional black-and-white darkroom printing. Supplied in 25-sheet packs in the 17.8 x 24 cm format, this paper offers the tonal range and surface versatility expected from Fomabrom papers, suitable for contact printing, enlargements and archival analog work. It is produced for stable, high-quality black-and-white output with options for glossy and matt finishes depending on the specific paper surface.

Advantages

The paper provides a wide tonal range and fine gradation, allowing clear rendering of shadow and highlight detail in silver-based prints. The baryta layer improves reflectivity and image depth, producing deep blacks and a broad mid-tone spectrum. Sheets are consistent in thickness and flatness, facilitating reliable handling in trays and enlargers. Surface options give control over final appearance, whether a higher-gloss reflective finish or a subdued matt look is required. The paper is compatible with standard darkroom chemicals and processing routines used for silver-gelatin materials.

Suitable for

• Black-and-white enlargements and contact prints
• Fine art prints intended for exhibition or sale
• Archival analog projects and long-term storage
• Darkroom teaching, testing and proofing

Key specifications

• Format: 17.8 x 24 cm (approx. 7 x 9.5 in)
• Quantity: 25 sheets per pack
• Emulsion: silver-gelatin baryta paper
• Surface: available in glossy and matt variants
• Tonal characteristics: wide tonal range with deep blacks and fine gradation
• Compatibility: designed for traditional darkroom processing

How to use

Handle sheets by the edges in a clean, dust-free environment. Expose under an enlarger or through contact printing according to your chosen negative and contrast requirements. Process the paper using standard silver-gelatin darkroom chemistry—developer, stop bath, fixer and final washing—following the chemical manufacturer’s recommended times and temperatures. For archival stability, perform thorough washing and consider a stabilizing rinse or photographic hardener if specified by your workflow. Dry prints flat or on a drying rack appropriate for fibre-based papers to avoid warping.

Usage recommendations

Store unused sheets flat in a cool, dry place away from direct light and high humidity. Test exposure times and contrast filters on a sample sheet to determine optimal settings for your negatives and the chosen surface finish. When preparing prints for exhibition or long-term storage, ensure proper archival mounting and framing materials are used to preserve image quality.