JusArt
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Best student watercolor paper
Canson
Canson XL Watercolor Pad
A 9 x 12 inch pad of 30 sheets of 140 lb cold press watercolor paper with a foldover binding. It is acid-free and priced for practice.
Best for: Students and beginners who want real 140 lb watercolor paper for everyday practice
- Size
- 9 x 12 in
- Weight
- 140 lb
- Sheets
- 30
- Surface
- Cold press
What we like
- Heavy 140 lb paper
- Textured cold press surface
- Low cost per sheet
Keep in mind
- Not cotton, so heavy scrubbing can pill the surface
- Can buckle under very wet washes unless taped down
Key features
From the manufacturer's Amazon listing.
- This paper pad features a cold press finish - a durable surface
- 140lb paper weight
- 12-x-19-inch pad
- Acid-free
Frequently asked questions about the Canson XL Watercolor Pad
- Is Canson XL watercolor paper good for beginners?
- Yes. It is one of the most common practice papers for watercolor.
- How do I stop it from buckling?
- Tape the sheet down on all four sides before painting and let it dry flat.
- Can I use gouache on it?
- Yes. It works for watercolor, gouache and ink.
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