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For starters, the three most common processes are hand-made, mold-made, and machine-made. Hand-made and mold-made are more durable and stable. Often tagged as professional-grade, many painters love the irregularity of their textures but they are often more expensive.

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|Selecting the right paper is just as important as the ideas you have for your next project and the medium you choose. This is especially true for watercolor as it behaves differently on various types of paper. It affects how you control the pigments and, by extension, the appearance of your artwork. As a watercolour artist it is imperative that your chosen watercolour paper possesses certain qualities that will enhance your artwork. Your paper will need to be able to withstand multiple washes, be non-yellowing, sufficient in weight and consistent in its texture. When faced with such a massive amount of choice of papers, choosing just one can become a little overwhelming, especially for beginners. Here we have compiled a source of information for artists looking to learn a little more about watercolour papers to help them select the optimum surface. Choosing your Watercolour Paper Surface TypesAlternatively you can simplify this process by usingour Perfect Paper Stretcher to achieve a perfectly stretched surface each time!

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Everything you see and feel on the paper, including the “invisible ones”, work together to make pigment and water control possible. The weight is responsible for making sure that you do not soak up your paper. Otherwise, the sheet will disintegrate like a tissue that you wet with water. Last but not least is the toothiest of all: The rough paper. As the name suggests, the texture is coarser compared to the other two. This characteristic makes watercolor papers an ideal surface for dramatic washes and dry brush effects, both of which are hard to do on a hot-pressed paper. One choice you have will be the weight of paper you wish to paint on. Paper is usually measured in pounds (lbs) or grams per square metre (gsm). Lightweight papers will be cheaper but will require stretching before use (you can find out more about paper stretching below). Heavyweight papers will stand up well to multiple washes, and they shouldn’t require stretching unless excessive amounts of water are being used. A general rule is that any paper under 200lb/425gsm will require stretching. Likewise, hobbyists and beginners are welcome to buy professional-grade paper for their finished artworks that they want to frame or give as a gift. Most watercolour papers are available to buy in multiple formats; so whether you want a portable pad for painting on the go or full imperial (30″x22″) paper for large format studio paintings, there will be a size and format suitable for you.Here is the second generation image. I just misted the stamp a bit more without reinking first… and you get a softer look. Perhaps one of the first choices you will encounter when selecting a watercolour paper is choosing a surface type. Generally, watercolour papers are one of three different surface types; Hot Pressed (HP), Cold Pressed (NOT) and Rough. Hot Pressed watercolour paper cotton watercolour painting surface. Crafted in Italy by fine art paper making experts, this luxurious surface has optimal absorbency and extreme strength. Fabriano Artistico is a 100% Cotton mould-made, chlorine free and acid free watercolour paper, that offers guaranteed long conservation and inalterability over time. It offers optimum absorbency to satisfy the requirements of both amateurs and professionals. TIP– If using a sharp blade, be very careful to keep it flat so as not to cut into the sheet of paper you are removing, or the sheet below. To totally avoid this from happening use something sharp enough to cut through the glue, but not sharp enough to cut paper eg. a palette knife.

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Of course, some brands have already won the trust of diverse watercolor communities across the globe. Within the industry, names like Arches, Strathmore, Canson, Arteza, Winsor & Newton, UCreate, Bee Paper, Crayola, Meeden, and Art-N-Fly are synonymous with high quality. At the end of the day, you need to test out the product to know for yourself. All discounts against RRP are made against the United Kingdom Recommended Retail Price (RRP). Unless specified, offers and vouchers are not valid on products which are already discounted from RRP, gift vouchers, books and from the I LOVE ART range. When choosing a watercolor paper for your artwork, you should determine what the project entails so you can plan accordingly. If you want to include plenty of details and combine watercolor with inks, a smooth hot pressed paper is more appropriate for the project. If you want to play with various watercolor techniques, a cold pressed paper can help you bring out more effects because of its texture.

On the smooth surface, the markers glide effortlessly so children can color an area easily. I also find that the paper can hold up to light washes of watercolor. Since this is an inexpensive product, young artists can practice drawing without parents feeling worried about wasting money on an art supply. The Arches paper is one of the products I love as this brand has set the standards in terms of quality. Some even go as far as considering this brand the benchmark when they compare papers. You could be a parent or a teacher who wants to buy for your children. Perhaps, you are professional artists who earn a living from making art. Maybe, you are just looking for a new hobby to try or an art student who is exploring new materials.