Aquarelle Watercolor Paper Sheet, Cold Press, Natural White, 140lb/300gsm, 16x20 inch, 2 Count

Superior, heavyweight, 100% cotton surface—layer rich, vibrant colors effortlessly using watercolor, ink, gouache & acrylic, all while enjoying exceptional durability with minimal warping or tearing
$10.60
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  • Model:
    APX1795003-2
  • Manufacturer: ARCHES®

    • Description

    Arches aquarelle watercolor paper—it's hard to find a serious watercolor artist who doesn't respect arches paper for its superior performance. Thanks to an exclusive core sizing, each sheet offers astounding absorbency, as the ph-neutral internal & external fibers hold pigment in place without over-saturation. The heavyweight surface withstands multiple layers of paint with minimal warping & is suitable for water-based mediums such as ink, gouache & acrylic painting. Available as cold press, hot press & rough for different textures: choosing the right surface can impact the success of your piece just as much as skill level & paint quality. Cold press: wet paper pulp is pressed onto a cylinder mould & dried between layers of absorbent fabric, ensuring the texture—or "tooth"—created by the mould remains intact. This texture provides balanced absorbency & allows for expressive, improvised strokes, making it a favorite for landscape paintings, expressionist portraits & urban sketching. Hot press: also made with a cylinder mould, but pressed through heated rollers to create a compact, smooth surface. Since pigment sits on the surface longer, artists who prefer more control & intricate line work will enjoy its predictable, refined finish. Rough: similar to the cold press technique but adjusted to feature a more intense, irregular texture that allows pigment to settle in unique ways for strikingly spontaneous, impressionist paintings. Varying whiteness levels: natural white is a warm, slightly creamy tone for a traditional, soft aesthetic.extra white is a neutral, balanced base that maintains optimal color accuracy & contrast. Bright white enhances vibrancy & luminosity, offering intense contrasts typical of modern art. Pads, blocks, sheets & rolls—offered in the most popular fine art sizes & formats, perfect for creating in a local caf