Arches Watercolor Pad, 9 x 12

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The best watercolor paper

This is my favorite watercolor paper. It is sturdy enough to really saturate and I don’t tape it down but hold it up and let the water and paint flow where I want it to go. It has a nice surface texture gives very good textures when used dry. It is less expensive than 300 pound which I also like, but can be taped down with good results.

Love the texture

I didnt expect to like this paper as much as I do. I always though I liked smooth paper more but over time Ive been leaning more towards textured ones and this is pretty textured. It absorbs nicely and stays damp for a decent amount while working but if left alone drys reasonably fast too. Its a bit on the pricey side for the amount of sheets but the quality is worth it in my opinion. Plus I work kinda small so I cut the sheets in half or smaller. Havent had it too long to paint much on it but cant wait. Also if you have paints that granulate theyll look nice on this paper

Watercolor rough is very painterly.

This is the paper every art teacher recommends. Totally worthed. I use it for my final pictures.

Convenient; ease-of-use, really perfect for my projects!

I buy this product and take it with me while traveling. I love Arches but I cant always afford a whole block of paper. Arches is an excellent watercolor paper especially for loose painting because I use a lot of water.

This is my very favorite paper. However this pad was old and the sizing had gone bad. Paper was not usable and had to be discarded.