To remove the paper from the tape, gently rub it with your fingers. It should start rolling off in layers depending on how thick it is. Do not rub with your finger nail or you could rub the image off the tape (but then again it could leave a beautiful, cloudy image, it just depends on what you need or want for your project). Let it dry for a couple of minutes and if you see any white spots (that means there is still paper on it), wet your image again and rub some more to remove the last layer of paper.