Strathmore - Watercolour Pad - 400 Series - Paper Pads - 300 GSM

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Strathmore - Watercolour Pad - 400 Series - Paper Pads - 300 GSM

 

About the Brand- Strathmore:

 

  • Baohong is a brand of paper that is made in the United States.

  • They are known for their high quality and affordable price. 

  • They have a wide variety of papers suitable for all media : 

    • Strathmore 400 Series : This is a good all-purpose watercolor paper that is available in a variety of weights and textures. It is a good choice for artists who are just starting out or who are looking for a paper that is versatile.

    • Strathmore 300 Series: This is a heavier weight paper that is ideal for detailed work. It is also available in a variety of textures, so you can find the perfect paper for your needs.

    • Strathmore 500 Series: This is a high quality watercolor paper that is made from 100% cotton. It is available in a variety of weights and textures, and is a good choice for artists who are looking for a paper that is archival and will last for many years.

 

ABOUT WATERCOLOUR PAPER:

 

  • Watercolour paper is made up of wood pulp exclusively or mixed with cotton fibers. 

  • Watercolour paper is usually made by any of these processes :  handmade, mold-made, machine-made. 

  • Watercolour papers made with cotton fibers are more suitable for achieving the Watercolour techniques. They are made with cotton fibers ranging from 25% to 100%. 

  • The texture of the paper matters based on painting style and an artist’s personal preference.

 Here’s the three types of paper, 

 

  Hot-pressed paper : 

 

  • Hot pressed paper is a type of watercolour paper that has been pressed at high pressure between smooth, heated rollers. 

  • This process results in a smooth, even surface with very little tooth. 

  • Hot pressed paper is often used for watercolor paintings that require a lot of detail, as the smooth surface allows for precise brushwork

 

 Cold-pressed paper: 

 

  • Cold pressed paper is a type of watercolour paper that has been pressed between cold metal plates. 

  • This gives the paper a slightly textured surface that is ideal for watercolour painting. 

  • Cold pressed paper is also more absorbent than hot pressed paper, which makes it better for creating washes of color.

  • Some paper brands refer to a Cold pressed paper  as “CP(Not)" which stands for "cold press, not hot pressed." 

  • This means that CP(Not) paper is not as smooth as hot pressed paper, but it is also not as rough as rough grain paper.

        

Rough texture paper:

 

  • Rough grain watercolour paper is a type of watercolour paper that has a textured surface. 

  • The texture is created by the paper fibers being raised during the manufacturing process. 

  • Rough grain paper is often used for watercolour paintings that require a lot of movement and expression, as the texture allows the paint to flow and blend more easily.

           

Importance of Watercolour paper:

 

  •  The quality of paper is very important when it comes to painting. The right surface can greatly enhance the appearance of the artwork.

  •  Using the right paper for watercolour paintings enables the artist to get the desired effects & techniques. 

  •   Watercolour papers ranging in 200gsm or 250gsm are ideal for light watercolour washes whereas watercolour paper above 300gsm is suitable for heavy washes.

  •   A 300 GSM, 100% cotton Watercolour paper is preferred by many artists to get the desired Watercolour techniques and these papers will not buckle up even after applying many layers of washes/paints.

  •  These papers can also be used for other mediums like acrylics, gouache, color pencils, pastels, oil colors and charcoal art.

 

 About paper pads:

 

  • Paper pads are typically bound with a spiral or wire spine, but they can also be glued or sewn together. They come in a variety of sizes and weights, and they can be made from a variety of materials, including paper, cardboard, and plastic.

 

Features:

 

  • Size :  14 X 21  cm 

  • Type :  Paper pad , Cold pressed

  • No of Sheets: 12 Sheets

  • Surface: Smooth Texture

  • GSM & type: 300 GSM , 400 series

  • Acid free, good for archival