Archival-Quality Watercolor Paper Pad for Professional Artists

By: Arches

The Arches Watercolor Paper Pad is the best watercolor paper for binding and page quality, overall satisfaction, and packaging. This pad includes twelve sheets of 300 GSM paper with a cold press finish, making it the perfect choice for achieving creative details. The 9"x12" size is ideal for any project, and the air-dried sheets add additional strength and durability. With its 140 pound weight, this paper pad is a must-have for any artist.

Key Features:

This Arches Watercolor Paper Pad is the perfect choice for your artistic needs. It features 12 sheets of high-quality paper that is both thick and stable. The paper is also transparent and gelatin-sized, providing a natural look and feel. Experience the best in watercolor painting with this top-of-the-line paper pad.
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B2B Rating
661 reviews

Review rating details

Value for money
86
Size
79
Packaging
77
Overall satisfaction
89
Binding and page quality
85

Pros and Cons

Pros
  • Features air dried sheets that adds additional strength and durability
  • Contains 12 sheets of 300 GSM papers that offers a smooth texture for drawing
  • Comes with a cold press finish that makes it easy to achieve creative details
Cons
  • May soak water easily

Details of Archival-Quality Watercolor Paper Pad for Professional Artists

  • Color: Multicolor
  • Material: Paper
  • Product Dimensions: 12"L x 9"W
  • Customer Reviews: 4.8/5 stars of 6,300 ratings
  • Sheet Size: 9 x 12 inches
  • Item Weight: 12 ounces
  • Included Components: Contains one pad with 12 sheets, 300 GSM
  • Batteries required: No
  • ASIN: B01EQHJH10
  • Assembly required: No
  • Import: Imported
  • Sheet Count: 12
  • Item model number: 1795092
  • Manufacturer: ColArt Americas
  • Best Sellers Rank: #3,971 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing #21 in Watercolor Paper
  • Brand: Arches
  • Paper Finish: Watercolor
  • Is Discontinued By Manufacturer: No

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Comments

Amazon Customer: I've always heard Archers was one of the best papers for watercolorists, and I am happy to say I agree now that I've received this product. Highly recommend.

United States on Nov 09, 2023

Cliente Amazon: Love to paint in this paper. Perfect for professionals

United States on Nov 07, 2023

CW: I love using this particularly for sceneries! Holds the paint really well and can work multiple layers.

United States on Oct 28, 2023

JJK: This is the third time I've purchased this 100% cotton watercolor paper. I don't like the block, so always buy the sheet. I wouldn't invest in this as a beginning artist or watercolor painter. But if you're serious about your art and plan to exhibit or frame, this would be my choice. This is 140 lb, which is standard & perfect for my use. there is heavier weight available as well. This paper doesn't buckle,; paint can be listed off. .

United States on Oct 16, 2023

Inmaculada Lozano Cámara: Todo biennn

Spain on Sep 30, 2023

Mr. C. Burns: Quality paper for water painting. Gives better quality results than other products. Very pleased

United Kingdom on Sep 27, 2023

J H: I’m fairly new to watercolor art, so I’m currently comparing different papers to see what brand to use going forward.

Compared to Windsor Newton, the Arches has quite a bit less texture. This could be good or bad depending on whether or not you like texture. I actually really like texture in most cases, so I prefer Windsor on this detail.

As far as absorbency, Arches absorbs quite a bit faster. This is great if you are like me and hate waiting a long time in between layers! If you do like wet on wet, however, keep this in mind when you dampen you paper.

I tape my edges down, so both brands get the job done when it comes to drying pretty flat.

United States on Sep 15, 2023

JordJord: Quality was brilliant, probably one of the best around. I used these for my tattoo portfolio when applying for an apprenticeship. Least to say, I got the apprenticeship ☺️

United Kingdom on Aug 17, 2023

RitaF: Ottima carta x acquarello

Italy on Jul 20, 2023

Man: La uso con grande soddisfazione per stampe inkjet: incredibili i neri profondi e i colori da "acquerello". Per chi cerca una carta veramente "fine art" (stampo da dieci anni e con tutte carte possibili) da prendere al volo. Consigliata!

Italy on Mar 12, 2023

Archival-Quality Watercolor Paper Pad for Professional Artists Canson XL Series Watercolor Textured Paper Pad - Ideal for Professional Artists and Creative Projects - 12 Sheets, 9" x 12" Canson XL Series Watercolor Paper Pad, 5.5"X8.5"
Archival-Quality Watercolor Paper Pad for Professional Artists Canson XL Series Watercolor Textured Paper Pad - Ideal for Professional Artists and Creative Projects - 12 Sheets, 9" x 12" Canson XL Series Watercolor Paper Pad, 5.5"X8.5"
B2B Rating
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Total Reviews 661 reviews 2 reviews 308 reviews
Color Multicolor White Cyan
Material Paper Paper Paper
Product Dimensions 12"L x 9"W 15"L x 11"W 8.5"L x 5.5"W
Customer Reviews 4.8/5 stars of 6,300 ratings 4.8/5 stars of 40,021 ratings 4.8/5 stars of 6,486 ratings
Sheet Size 9 x 12 inches 11 x 15 inches 5.5 x 8.5 inches
Item Weight 12 ounces 5.9 ounces 4.3 ounces
Included Components Contains one pad with 12 sheets, 300 GSM
Batteries required No No
ASIN B01EQHJH10 B0049UXGD0 B084DTN7HC
Assembly required No No
Import Imported Made in USA
Sheet Count 12 30 24
Item model number 1795092 7022446 400026821
Manufacturer No No Canson
Best Sellers Rank #3,971 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing #21 in Watercolor Paper #109 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing #1 in Watercolor Paper #6,603 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing #35 in Watercolor Paper
Brand Arches Canson Canson
Paper Finish Watercolor Watercolor Texture Laid
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer No No
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