Arches watercolor paper is a high-quality, professional artist-grade paper made from 100% cotton fibers in France using a traditional cylinder mould technique. It is gelatin-sized to the core, which preserves color vibrancy and ensures durability, allowing for multiple washes, erasing, and lifting without tearing or linting. The paper is acid-free, pH-neutral, and available in various textures such as cold press, hot press, and rough, and different weights including 140 lb (300 gsm) and higher. Key features of Arches watercolor paper include its natural white or bright white color, two natural deckle edges, and exceptional surface quality favored by watercolorists, illustrators, and other artists working with wet media. It offers excellent absorption control and resists deformation when wet, returning to its original shape when dry. The paper is widely used for watercolor, gouache, ink, acrylics, and drawing, and comes in blocks, sheets, and pads with sizes such as 22" x 30".
In summary, Arches watercolor paper is renowned for its strength, texture, and color performance, making it a top choice for artists working with water-based media. If more details are needed about specific paper types, weights, or textures, please ask.
