Best Photo Inkjet Paper for Food Photography
Photos for the Foodies
In the world of culinary arts, food photography isn't just an art form—it’s a powerful tool that captivates audiences and drives decisions. Whether for a restaurant menu, recipe guide, or blog, visually stunning food images are essential to selling the final product.
The impact of platforms like Pinterest has proven that beautiful food photos can create trends, inspire new recipes, and even drive significant sales. For instance, many couples choose their wedding cake bakery based on images before even tasting a sample. The right photo speaks to a viewer’s senses, creating a taste experience with just a glance.
The way food is depicted can elevate a chef’s reputation, drawing in guests and food lovers alike. For photographers aiming to showcase edible art in its most appealing form, having the right photo paper is essential. We’ve gathered a selection of some of the best paper choices to bring out vibrant colors, sharp details, and the rich textures that make food photography come alive.
Among our PROS, Red River Paper photographers Lou Manna, Kiyoshi Togashi, and Jim Divitale are masters at capturing food's allure. Discover their work and learn more about their techniques here:
68lb. UltraPro Gloss 2.0 Paper
68lb. UltraPro Gloss prints vibrant colors and deep blacks with any inkjet printer. 10.4mil thickness gives your prints true photo lab quality. Compatible with any inkjet printer, this paper dries instantly for immediate quality and resistance to smears.
- Surface: Glossy
- Tone: Bright White
- Weight: 68lb. / 270 gsm
- Thickness: 10.4 mil
75lb. Arctic Polar Luster Paper
Arctic Polar Luster is, by far, the finest luster photo paper on the market today. It has a rich, lustrous bright white tone, extra weight, extra thickness, and a splendid "E-surface" photo texture will set your prints apart from the rest.
- Surface: Luster deep texture
- Tone: Bright White
- Weight: 290 gsm / 75lb.
- Thickness: 11.8 mil
