Kentmere Papers Now Directly Available in USA?

From the Kentmere USA (under 'About Kentmere') web site at:

http://www.kentmereusa.com

"2005 marks the first time that Kentmere markets its premier
line of black and white photographic papers under its own name
in the United States: a superb lineup of fiber based papers
headed by cold tone graded papers and two variable contrast
papers. A fast full toned graded resin-coated paper and a
variable contrast paper have great appeal for both beginning
photo students and professional labs. Additionally, a fine art
product line of unique papers in both glossy and matte surfaces,
geared for the alternative processes such as lith printing and
hand coloring, round out what is the most complete line of black
and white photographic papers now available."

I've long had the urge to try the cold-tone Kentmere Bromide graded papers,
but didn't wish to fly to the UK to get it. According to the above Web
site, it should now be directly available from Freestyle in April, 2005.
Several other papers are claimed to be available as of January, 2005.

(Alas, a check of Freestyle just now showed no search hits for the keyword
"Kentmere.")

Ken

In article vM1Jd.5661$BL3.2348@trnddc01, "Ken Nadvornick" wrote:
From the Kentmere USA (under 'About Kentmere') web site at:

http://www.kentmereusa.com

"2005 marks the first time that Kentmere markets its premier
line of black and white photographic papers under its own name
in the United States: a superb lineup of fiber based papers
headed by cold tone graded papers and two variable contrast
papers. A fast full toned graded resin-coated paper and a
variable contrast paper have great appeal for both beginning
photo students and professional labs. Additionally, a fine art
product line of unique papers in both glossy and matte surfaces,
geared for the alternative processes such as lith printing and
hand coloring, round out what is the most complete line of black
and white photographic papers now available."

I've long had the urge to try the cold-tone Kentmere Bromide graded papers,
but didn't wish to fly to the UK to get it. According to the above Web
site, it should now be directly available from Freestyle in April, 2005.
Several other papers are claimed to be available as of January, 2005.

(Alas, a check of Freestyle just now showed no search hits for the keyword
"Kentmere.")

Ken



Aren't Kentmere branded as Luminos in the US?

Steve

While visiting the LA area during the past holidays, I dropped by Freestyle
to pick up some photo supplies and was told that Freestyle would be offering
Kentmere papers late this month (Jan '05). A quick check of the Freestyle
website shows no reference to the papers yet. A short email by interested
persons to Freestyle's customer service should indicate to the mgt there
that they best be quicker than later in making this paper available. The
sample prints on this paper that I was shown were awesome indeed!


"Ken Nadvornick" wrote in message
news:vM1Jd.5661$BL3.2348@trnddc01...
From the Kentmere USA (under 'About Kentmere') web site at:

http://www.kentmereusa.com

"2005 marks the first time that Kentmere markets its premier
line of black and white photographic papers under its own name
in the United States: a superb lineup of fiber based papers
headed by cold tone graded papers and two variable contrast
papers. A fast full toned graded resin-coated paper and a
variable contrast paper have great appeal for both beginning
photo students and professional labs. Additionally, a fine art
product line of unique papers in both glossy and matte surfaces,
geared for the alternative processes such as lith printing and
hand coloring, round out what is the most complete line of black
and white photographic papers now available."

I've long had the urge to try the cold-tone Kentmere Bromide graded
papers,
but didn't wish to fly to the UK to get it. According to the above Web
site, it should now be directly available from Freestyle in April, 2005.
Several other papers are claimed to be available as of January, 2005.

(Alas, a check of Freestyle just now showed no search hits for the keyword
"Kentmere.")

Ken

"Stephan Goldstein" wrote
"Ken Nadvornick" wrote:
"2005 marks the first time that Kentmere markets its premier
line of black and white photographic papers under its own name
in the United States

Aren't Kentmere branded as Luminos in the US?

The mystery: Is Kentmere rebranded Luminos or is Luminos rebranded Kentmere?

It's been a while, but all the Luminos I ever bought was made in Spain,
Hungary, Chekoslovakia etc. The origin would change now and then with
no notice on the box that it is really a different paper unless
you read the fine print on the bottom.

Luminos is/was the only brand still available in all the old funky
surfaces: burlap, silk, crystal matte, really-really matte ...
They were high-kitsch when they were available but I miss them
now: cream base, brown image, burlap surface.

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Consulting Engineer: Electronics; Informatics; Photonics.
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On Mon, 24 Jan 2005 07:49:47 GMT, "Ken Nadvornick"
wrote:

From the Kentmere USA (under 'About Kentmere') web site at:

http://www.kentmereusa.com

"2005 marks the first time that Kentmere markets its premier
line of black and white photographic papers under its own name
in the United States: a superb lineup of fiber based papers
headed by cold tone graded papers and two variable contrast
papers. A fast full toned graded resin-coated paper and a
variable contrast paper have great appeal for both beginning
photo students and professional labs. Additionally, a fine art
product line of unique papers in both glossy and matte surfaces,
geared for the alternative processes such as lith printing and
hand coloring, round out what is the most complete line of black
and white photographic papers now available."

I've long had the urge to try the cold-tone Kentmere Bromide graded papers,
but didn't wish to fly to the UK to get it. According to the above Web
site, it should now be directly available from Freestyle in April, 2005.
Several other papers are claimed to be available as of January, 2005.

(Alas, a check of Freestyle just now showed no search hits for the keyword
"Kentmere.")

I tried the Freestyle brand and found it acceptable but not
particularly great. One concern I have is that the do seem to enjoy
bashing Ilford on their site. Another concern is how long will
companies import papers to a country whose dollar is persistently
declining ?

Just 4 more years .....

Regards,

John S. Douglas, Photographer - http://www.puresilver.org
Please remove the "_" when replying via email

John wrote:

On Mon, 24 Jan 2005 07:49:47 GMT, "Ken Nadvornick"
wrote:

From the Kentmere USA (under 'About Kentmere') web site at:

http://www.kentmereusa.com

"2005 marks the first time that Kentmere markets its premier
line of black and white photographic papers under its own name
in the United States: a superb lineup of fiber based papers
headed by cold tone graded papers and two variable contrast
papers. A fast full toned graded resin-coated paper and a
variable contrast paper have great appeal for both beginning
photo students and professional labs. Additionally, a fine art
product line of unique papers in both glossy and matte surfaces,
geared for the alternative processes such as lith printing and
hand coloring, round out what is the most complete line of black
and white photographic papers now available."

I've long had the urge to try the cold-tone Kentmere Bromide graded papers,
but didn't wish to fly to the UK to get it. According to the above Web
site, it should now be directly available from Freestyle in April, 2005.
Several other papers are claimed to be available as of January, 2005.

(Alas, a check of Freestyle just now showed no search hits for the keyword
"Kentmere.")

I tried the Freestyle brand and found it acceptable but not
particularly great. One concern I have is that the do seem to enjoy
bashing Ilford on their site. Another concern is how long will
companies import papers to a country whose dollar is persistently
declining ?

Bashing Ilford? Freestyle? I haven't noticed this.

Just 4 more years .....

I predict the radical right in congress tries to
repeal the 22nd Amendment so Bush can steal
another election and continue his world crusade.

After all, God has appointed him...

Regards,

John S. Douglas, Photographer - http://www.puresilver.org
Please remove the "_" when replying via email

On Mon, 24 Jan 2005 16:19:21 -0700, Tom Phillips
wrote:


Bashing Ilford? Freestyle? I haven't noticed this.

Just 4 more years .....

"At a time when other companies are struggling, debt-free Kentmere
continues its commitment to fiduciary responsibility, funding all of
its product development and expansion out of its considerable cash
investments and reserves. The company is not run by disinterested
stockholders or banks, but by a dedicated management team that takes a
very hands-on approach to pursuing the company's long-term goals."

I don't think that anyone fits that target better than Ilford
as they're owned by a bank.

I predict the radical right in congress tries to
repeal the 22nd Amendment so Bush can steal
another election and continue his world crusade.

Yes we all must be freed and impoverished.

After all, God has appointed him...

If that's the case I would have rather had the flood !

The debt is currently just a little over :

Seven thousand six hundred and twenty five BILLION dollars !

Your share is roughly $26,000. Will that be cash, check or Pay
Pal ?

Oh BTW, that is NOT tax deductible !


Regards,

John S. Douglas, Photographer - http://www.puresilver.org
Please remove the "_" when replying via email

John wrote:

On Mon, 24 Jan 2005 16:19:21 -0700, Tom Phillips
wrote:


Bashing Ilford? Freestyle? I haven't noticed this.

Just 4 more years .....

"At a time when other companies are struggling, debt-free Kentmere
continues its commitment to fiduciary responsibility, funding all of
its product development and expansion out of its considerable cash
investments and reserves. The company is not run by disinterested
stockholders or banks, but by a dedicated management team that takes a
very hands-on approach to pursuing the company's long-term goals."

I don't think that anyone fits that target better than Ilford
as they're owned by a bank.

I think that's basically an interpretation. Really
an ad for Kentmere assuring product availability
(good marketing) is what I see there.

Freestyle has told me the same about Ilford,
that Ilford remains committed to product
availability (i.e., Freestyle's Arista brand
is Ilford paper and film.)

I don't buy either claim

I predict the radical right in congress tries to
repeal the 22nd Amendment so Bush can steal
another election and continue his world crusade.

Yes we all must be freed and impoverished.

After all, God has appointed him...

If that's the case I would have rather had the flood !

Well! Billy Graham says so! So There!
God, don't ya know, is an American and
a Republican! Jesus is white...

The debt is currently just a little over :

Seven thousand six hundred and twenty five BILLION dollars !

Your share is roughly $26,000. Will that be cash, check or Pay
Pal ?

From a photographer? Good luck collecting
is all I can say ;^)

In article ,
Tom Phillips wrote:

I predict the radical right in congress tries to
repeal the 22nd Amendment so Bush can steal
another election and continue his world crusade.

After all, God has appointed him...

Be careful with that. You'll get me started, and its not pretty
when I get mad. I've been semi mad for four years. Lets just think
photo.

--
LF Website @ http://members.verizon.net/~gregoryblank

"To announce that there must be no criticism of the President,
or that we are to stand by the President, right or wrong,
is not only unpatriotic and servile, but is morally treasonable
to the American public."--Theodore Roosevelt, May 7, 1918

In article ,
Tom Phillips wrote:

From a photographer? Good luck collecting
is all I can say ;^)

Two guys keep me from paying, Smith & E. Weston ;-)

--
LF Website @ http://members.verizon.net/~gregoryblank

"To announce that there must be no criticism of the President,
or that we are to stand by the President, right or wrong,
is not only unpatriotic and servile, but is morally treasonable
to the American public."--Theodore Roosevelt, May 7, 1918