Browsing Tag Paper Guide
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Features & EditorialsLongevity in artist paper refers to how long the paper will last, taking into account how it reacts to UV light, and whether it will fade or deteriorate ...
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Studio and GeneralPaper is a biodegradable material and should be treated as such. The longevity of paper is dependent on the conditions in which it is stored, and how it ...
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Studio and GeneralWhile the majority of artist papers are purpose-made for specific media, many are also compatible with other materials. This map presents the papers that can be used with ...
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DrawingDrawing incorporates all manner of dry and wet art materials, and different papers will be suitable depending on what media you are working with. Cartridge Paper – ...
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PrintmakingThere is an interwoven history of papermaking and printing criss-crossing back and forth over centuries. Paper was not necessary for the invention of printing, but printing would not ...
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Oil PaintingOil painting papers have a special coating that prevents the paper from absorbing the oil content of the paint. They usually have an embossed linen texture on their ...
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Acrylic PaintingAcrylic painting papers either have an embossed texture that replicates a canvas weave, or a cold pressed surface identical to watercolour paper. The texture provides resistance, so when ...
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PastelsPastel papers are textured so that they can hold layers of pastel pigment. The wide variety of textures cater for every kind of approach to the medium. They ...
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Features & EditorialsWatercolour paper is a versatile surface which has a degree of absorbency that allows transparent colour to appear its most luminous. Watercolour paper is not only for use ...
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Features & EditorialsSizing is added to paper pulp or fully formed sheets of paper to prevent it absorbing colour like a sponge. Size allows paint or ink to partially sit ...
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Features & EditorialsPaper weight is often stated in two ways – pounds (lbs) and grams per square metre (gsm or g/m2). These two figures are calculated in slightly different ways ...
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Features & EditorialsThere are a wide variety of paper textures available, made to suit all artist mediums and techniques. Here, we present the main choices and what media they are ...
