i found that there is a Kelly Paper in Portland and was excited to visit as my supply of fine art papers is dwindling. I was surprised at the lack of variety of choice. I had taken a photo of the paper i wanted. The very knowledgable service rep said he had worked there 4 years and never heard of Simpson Paper. So today I did a quick look up to see if it was available online.
the former Simpson Paper Company sold its mills to Tacoma Kraft paper mill, i guess around 1997. Then as recently as 2015 Simpson Tacoma Kraft merged with it’s new owner RockTenn Co. to make corrugated cardboard and industrial packaging.
so, i guess i won’t be getting more of this once fine paper, that i have had since the late 90’s. #thewaythingswere
