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Method Lights LED Picture Lighting
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…– on remote * Remote-controlled * For full specs and dimensions click on the yellow circle icon * Perfect For: * Easy installation * The Must-Have For All Art Lovers * Home accent lighting solutions * Gallery lighting * Allowing artwork to be appreciated in their best light * Bring out… The Ultimate Lighting Solution for your Artwork - Adjustable LED Lighting - Changing how we see art! For the first time, you can bring out the true color of your art. Method Lights’ picture lighting solutions offer a better way to display and experience finished artwork. These lights were specifically designed to provide exceptionally bright, consistent lighting with high-quality LEDs for over 50,000 hours of low-heat lamp life. Method Lights’ picture lighting also features such benefits as color temperature control, adjustable lenses and dimming options. Key Features: * Adjustable Lens: Beam diameter of 20" to 60“ at 6’ from artwork * ML200-Plus Light Output: Up to 560 lumens (Battery) – 870 lumens (AC Adapter) * ML-Direct-Plus Light Output: Up to 1700 lumens * Lamp Life: 50,000 hours * Adjustable Color Temperature: 2700K to 7000k * Dimmable * Timer: 3 hr. automatic shut off w/ 3 or 6 hr. extention – on remote * Remote-controlled * For full specs and dimensions click on the yellow circle icon * Perfect For: * Easy installation * The Must-Have For All Art Lovers * Home accent lighting solutions * Gallery lighting * Allowing artwork to be appreciated in their best light * Bring out the true color of your art * Photography and art exhibits * Home decor and lighting See More -
Mimik Kolinsky Synthetic Sable Long Handle Brushes & SetsSave Up to74%Off list…friendly * Perfect For: * All oil color and acrylic media * Easel painting * Fine detail and precision lay down of color * Professionals, art enthusiasts, and students Synthetic Kolinsky Sable Sets * For brush sizes and technical details: Click on the Yellow Icon for each brush. Best… Stiffness Watercolors Acrylics Oils Elite Professional Brushes - State of the art synthetic for oil & acrylic media The perfect imitation of natural Kolinsky hair, this state of the art synthetic fiber performs just like the very finest Kolinsky while still being animal friendly! Three coats of durable lacquer protect the beautiful wood handles, and nickel-plated brass ferrules hold the Mimik bristles in place. Available in both long and short handles, you have the freedom to pick the brush style that works best for you. These elite brushes are handmade in Germany! The state-of-the-art synthetic hair makes painting a pleasure! Key Features: * Superb professional brushes handmade in Germany * The Synthetic hair looks and performs like Kolinsky hair * Best quality brush ferrules made of nickel-plated silver with protective varnish * The wood handle has a beautiful mahogany finish that is protected by three coats of lacquer * Shape perfectly to a fine edge or split-proof-point * Soft feel, incredible resiliency, and excellent color holding ability * Animal friendly * Perfect For: * All oil color and acrylic media * Easel painting * Fine detail and precision lay down of color * Professionals, art enthusiasts, and students Synthetic Kolinsky Sable Sets * For brush sizes and technical details: Click on the Yellow Icon for each brush. Best Kolinsky Substitute Synthetic Brush Guaranteed to be the best Kolinsky hair substitute you have ever used or your money back! Mimik Kolinsky brushes are considered the best in the world today, and now Oil and Acrylic artists can enjoy the wonderful working characteristics, soft feel, and resiliency. See More
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Mimik Kolinsky Synthetic Sable Short Handle Brushes and SetsSave Up to84%Off list…being animal friendly. Created to the highest standards, each short handle brush is made from fine wood and features nickel plated brass ferrules for looks that reflect Mimik’s ability. The synthetic hair has sharp points and edges with great spring back and performs just like sable hair! ONE SMART… Stiffness Watercolors Acrylics Oils Elite Professional Brushes - The Best Kolinsky Style Brushes You Will Use or Your Money Back! The perfect imitation of natural Kolinsky hair, made in Germany by master brush makers, this state of the art synthetic fiber performs just like the best Kolinsky while still being animal friendly. Created to the highest standards, each short handle brush is made from fine wood and features nickel plated brass ferrules for looks that reflect Mimik’s ability. The synthetic hair has sharp points and edges with great spring back and performs just like sable hair! ONE SMART BRUSH! HANDMADE IN GERMANY, THESE ARE THE SINGLE FINEST SYNTHETIC BRUSHES YOU CAN BUY AT ANY COST. A MOMENTOUS ACHIEVEMENT IN PERFORMANCE. RELIABLE TOOLS EVERY TIME! Key Features:* Handmade in Germany by master brush makers* Professional brushes* Created to the highest standards* The best synthetic hair* Short lacquered handles with beautiful mahogany finish* Shape retention* Short Handle flats and rounds* Animal-friendly, cruelty free!* Perfect For:* Watercolor applications* Defined brush strokes* Creating fine details* Professionals, teachers, students* More working time as it holds a lot of color What is Kolinksy Hair? A kolinsky sable-hair brush (also known as red sable or sable hair brush) is a fine artists' paintbrush. The hair is obtained from the tail of the kolinsky (Mustela sibirica), a species of weasel rather than an actual sable. Kolinsky bristles tend to be pale red in color with darker tips. See More
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Fabriano Cromia Paper PacksSave Up to32%Off list…acid-free paper perfect for drawing with colored pencils, pastels, graphite, and charcoal. The sheets are made of 50% cotton and 50% alpha-cellulose and have a soft feel with a significant amount of tooth on both sides. Cromia paper is durable enough to handle light washes of color and mixed… Master Quality Papers That Stand the Test of Time Fabriano Cromia paper is an archival, acid-free paper perfect for drawing with colored pencils, pastels, graphite, and charcoal. The sheets are made of 50% cotton and 50% alpha-cellulose and have a soft feel with a significant amount of tooth on both sides. Cromia paper is durable enough to handle light washes of color and mixed media techniques. Fabriano makes the sheets without optical brighteners, which means they offer the best possible lightfastness. Each sheet features two deckle edges, measures 19.6" x 25.5", and weighs 220gsm. Key Features: * 220 gsm archival, acid-free paper * Contains 50% cotton and 50% alpha-cellulose * Soft feel and great tooth on both sides * No optical brighteners * Best possible lightfastness * 2 deckle edges per sheet * Made in Italy using hydro-power Perfect For: * Drawing with pastels and charcoal * Use with colored pencils and graphite * Illustrators, designers, and fine artists * Light washes of color * Mixed media techniques See More
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Mimik Kolinsky Sable Mini Deluxe Travel Brush Set of 4Save Up to44%Off listThe finest animal friendly brushes on the planet! Perfect for watercolor artists who travel Mimik Kolinsky is the most often praised brush for watercolor painting. It is characterized for its ability to perfectly Mimik the qualities of Kolinsky red sable and in some cases even outperforms Kolinsky.… The finest animal friendly brushes on the planet! Perfect for watercolor artists who travel Mimik Kolinsky is the most often praised brush for watercolor painting. It is characterized for its ability to perfectly Mimik the qualities of Kolinsky red sable and in some cases even outperforms Kolinsky. Each brush comes to a split proof, super fine point that springs back after each stroke and holds a huge amount of color. Best of all-- no animals are harmed for its production yet you still get to enjoy the same excellent quality of brush. Mimics the qualities of Kolinsky red sable and in some cases even outperforms Kolinsky This set of four brushes is extremely compact. Each brush is handmade in Germany and fitted in a special handle made of wood and chrome with a chrome case, which can be fitted over the bottom of the handle while painting to provide a balanced feel. When closed the brush case protects the brushes and has a small hole to allow moisture to be released, enabling the brushes to dry naturally Key Features:* Mimics the qualities of Kolinsky red sable* Comes to a split proof, super fine point* Brush hair springs back after each stroke* Holds a huge amount of color* Handmade in Germany and fitted in a special handle made of wood* Amazing balanced feel* Set of four brushes is extremely compact* Fitted in a lovely, smooth leatherette case with magnetic closure* Deluxe set is packaged in a high-quality carton box with a silver metallic color logo* A closed brush case to protect brushes, enabling the brushes to dry naturally Perfect For:* Mimics the qualities of Kolinsky red sable and in some cases even outperforms Kolinsky* Field or travel* Sketches or painting in watercolors * Gift for any artist * An amazing quality brushes for the price!* All four brushes are fitted in a lovely, smooth leatherette case with magnetic closure. This makes traveling with Mimik Kolinsky brushes neat, tidy and compact! This deluxe set is packaged in a high-quality carton box with a silver metallic color logo. It is the perfect gift for any artist who sketches or paints in watercolors either in the field or on their travels. A real pleasure to use and easy to care for. See More
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Fabriano Artistico Pure Performance Watercolor Paper RollsSave Up to50%Off list…Today's new vegan sizing allows for internal and external sizing without animal by-products. This sizing modification will please all watercolorists because of the control and lifting capabilities the new sizing gives. All four of the paper edges are deckled, perfect for artists who like to frame… Four-Deckled Edge Watercolor Paper Rolls, Vegan Sized Fabriano's paper mill has been making fine art papers since 1264. Fabriano pioneered many processes common in paper making today, including paper sizing. Today's new vegan sizing allows for internal and external sizing without animal by-products. This sizing modification will please all watercolorists because of the control and lifting capabilities the new sizing gives. All four of the paper edges are deckled, perfect for artists who like to frame finished work. Fabriano Artistico's 100% cotton rag watercolor papers are mould-made. The moulded paper technique creates a more consistent paper surface that allows for even water absorption. As a result, the paper is more robust and can withstand scrubbing and erasing. Fabriano Artistico Pure Performance Watercolor Paper is revolutionary as it has incredible working qualities, beautiful surfaces and two distinct "whites" Key Features: * 100% cotton, no whiteners * Vegan sized paper * Chlorine and acid-free * Mould-made * Four deckled edges * External and internal sizing * No animal by-products used * Cold, Hot, or Rough Press * No optical bleaching Perfect For: * Artists that want the best * Professional Watercolorists * Printmakers * Charcoal & graphite drawing * All water media! This high-quality watercolor paper satisfies the requirements of all professional and amateur artists. Ideal for watercolor, tempera, gouache, acrylic, ink, charcoal, graphite, and drawing. It is also suitable for printmaking. Artistico is offered in Traditional and Extra White, and comes in Cold, Hot, and Rough Presses. Cold Press - (sometimes referred to as “Not Press") offers a lovely slight texture and tooth that grips pigment beautifully, created from pressing the finished paper between cold cylinders. Overall the most popular watercolor press. Hot Press - provides a smooth, flat, even surface; produced by being run through hot cylinders. Perfect for multimedia drawings and paintings with all water media. Rough Press - features a pronounced tooth and texture heavier than Cold Press. Rough press paper is created by placing wet paper sheets between textured blankets, air drying, or a combination of the two. Rough Press produces a grainy effect as watercolor pigment particles collect in the low parts of the paper. See More
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Mimik Synthetic Goat Hair Mottler BrushesSave Up to62%Off list…mottler shape to apply large washes of color, blend paint, apply a glaze, or varnish your work. Although natural goat brushes are used primarily for watercolor, this synthetic version can even be used with oil and acrylic! Key Features: * Mimics natural goat hair * Extremely soft and thin synthetic… Animal-Friendly Mottlers Outperform Natural Goat Hair! Mimik Goat Mottler Brushes contain a groundbreaking synthetic fiber that mimics natural goat hair. The filaments are incredibly soft, thin, and absorbent, just like a goat's fur. The ultra-fine synthetic filaments adjust to any surface texture, ensuring consistent, even application with minimal brush marks. Use the mottler shape to apply large washes of color, blend paint, apply a glaze, or varnish your work. Although natural goat brushes are used primarily for watercolor, this synthetic version can even be used with oil and acrylic! Key Features: * Mimics natural goat hair * Extremely soft and thin synthetic filaments * Absorbent filaments soak up and hold watercolor well * More break and tear-resistant than natural goat hair * Animal-friendly and cruelty-free brushes * Short durable handles made of FSC-certified beech wood * Rust-proof nickel plated ferrules * Handmade in Germany * Exquisite craftsmanship ensures that hairs won’t come out while painting Perfect For: * Oil, acrylic, and watercolor * Silk painting with dye * Painting large washes of color * Blending and softening edges * Applying soft glazes of color * Wet-on-wet oil painting techniques * Varnishing a painting with minimal brush strokes See More
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Mimik Synthetic Badger Mottler BrushesSave Up to62%Off list…are thin at the root and thicker at the tip, just like a badger’s fur. The slightly wavy nature of the filament creates a gentle resistance perfect for bending and dry-brush techniques. Use the mottler shape to paint a large background, apply a glaze, or varnish your work. Key Features: * Designed… Animal-Friendly Mottlers Outperform Natural Badger Hair! Mimik Badger Mottler Brushes contain a groundbreaking synthetic fiber that mimics natural badger brushes. The filaments are thin at the root and thicker at the tip, just like a badger’s fur. The slightly wavy nature of the filament creates a gentle resistance perfect for bending and dry-brush techniques. Use the mottler shape to paint a large background, apply a glaze, or varnish your work. Key Features: * Designed to mimic natural badger hair * Very strong, crimped, and tapered synthetic filaments * More break and tear-resistant than natural badger hair * Animal-friendly, cruelty-free brush * Hairs are tight at the ferrule and have soft bushy ends * The brush body stays open when wet and holds paint well * Short durable handles made of FSC-certified beech wood * Rust-proof nickel plated ferrules * Handmade in Germany Perfect For: * Oil, acrylic, and watercolor * Faux and decorative painting * Blending and softening edges * Applying soft glazes * Dry brush techniques * Varnishing * Distributing paint evenly See More
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Fabriano Medioevalis Stationery Cards & EnvelopesSave Up to32%Off list…and envelopes This stationery is the jewel of Italian paper making. Made on slow rotating mould machines and impeccably crafted out of the finest paper pulp in 260 gram weight folded cards and 120 gram weight envelopes. For card creations in a wide variety of media. Fabriano Medioevalis Stationery… Blank Deckled Stationery Cards & Envelopes - Design & decorate your own cards and envelopes This stationery is the jewel of Italian paper making. Made on slow rotating mould machines and impeccably crafted out of the finest paper pulp in 260 gram weight folded cards and 120 gram weight envelopes. For card creations in a wide variety of media. Fabriano Medioevalis Stationery Cards & Envelopes are a complete range of elegant blank cards and envelopes, illustrating Fabriano's enduring tradition of timelessness and quality. Fabriano Medioevalis brings distinctive Italian style and grace to personalized invitations, greeting cards and announcements for all occasions. Perfect surface for pen, pencil, charcoal, pastel, stamping, rubbings, stenciling, printmaking, letterpress, and inkjet printing. Fabriano Medioevalis Stationery Cards, Envelopes and Box Sets Key Features:* Soft white mould-made paper with deckle edges* Card weight is 260 gsm / Envelope weight is 120 gsm.* Distinctive Italian style* Crafted in Italy by the Fabriano mill* Luxurious soft feel* Available In: Blank Cards, Envelopes & Box Sets of Both* Impeccably crafted out of the finest paper pulp Perfect For:* Personalized invitations* Greeting cards* Announcements* For all occasions* Quick notes* Heartfelt thank you Fabriano's best-selling Medioevalis sizes are now available in combined card and envelope sets! See More
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Mimik Kolinsky Synthetic Long Handle Script LinersSave Up to61%Off list…for the application of rapid strokes and painting fine details such as grass or whiskers. Mimik Synthetic Kolinsky Scrip Liner ferrules have rounded ends that are not sharp, unlike inferior brushes. The handle length and weighted ferrule provide a balanced feel so that there is less tension on your… Stiffness Watercolors Acrylics Oils The Best Synthetic Script Liner You Will Ever Use! The perfect imitation of natural Kolinsky hair, this state of the art synthetic bristle brush performs just like the best Kolinsky script liners while still being animal-friendly. Created to the highest standards, each Mimik Kolinsky Synthetic Script Liner has a long narrow profile with a sharp point and round ferrule. The belly of the brush provides large color-carrying capacity and is used for delicate lettering, outlining, and long continuous strokes. The synthetic brush can also be used with most media including oil and acrylic paints. We think you will agree that any of these wonderful brushes will be a great addition to your brush arsenal. Mimik Kolinsky Synthetic Script Liners are also available in a short handle style that is ideal for watercolor. Key Features: * Handmade in Germany * Weighted ferrule provides balance * Long lacquered handles with beautiful mahogany finish * Shape retention and spring back * Animal-friendly, cruelty-free! * Large color-carrying capacity Perfect For: * Acrylic and oil paint * Creating long continuous strokes * Outlining and sign painting * Delicate hand lettering * Fine details * Professionals, teachers, students In the past Kolinsky red sable hair was considered the best hair for brush making, as it had the best resiliency and held a decent amount of color. Thanks to scientific advances, we can now surpass the expectations of natural Kolinsky sable hair with synthetic bristles that outperform natural hair in every way. Only the most experienced brush makers in Germany can make a synthetic script liner that has spring, a sharp point, and a large color-carrying capacity. These features make the Mimik Kolinsky Script Liner perfect for the application of rapid strokes and painting fine details such as grass or whiskers. Mimik Synthetic Kolinsky Scrip Liner ferrules have rounded ends that are not sharp, unlike inferior brushes. The handle length and weighted ferrule provide a balanced feel so that there is less tension on your hand as you are painting. The synthetic brush can also be used with most media including watercolor, gouache, oil, and acrylic paints. We think you will agree that any of these wonderful brushes will be a great addition to your brush arsenal. See More
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Fabriano Artistico Watercolor PaperSave Up to50%Off list…Perfect For:* Artists that want the best* Professional Watercolorists* Printmakers* Charcoal & graphite drawing* Soft press ideal for beginners* All water media! This high-quality watercolor paper satisfies the requirements of all professional and amateur artists. It is ideal for… Four-Deckled Edge Watercolor Papers, Vegan Sized Fabriano's paper mill has been making fine art papers since 1264. They have pioneered many paper-making processes over the centuries, including paper sizing. Today, Fabriano uses vegan sizing to internally and externally size its papers without animal-by products. This new sizing allows watercolorists to have more control when lifting color. Fabriano has also modernized and reduced the size of its watermark because your artwork should be the star. All of Fabriano Artistico's 100% cotton rag watercolor papers are mould-made. This paper technique creates a more consistent and even water absorption over the surface and makes the paper robust and durable enough to withstand scrubbing. Fabriano Artistico Watercolor Paper has incredible working qualities, a beautiful surface texture, and two distinct "whites." Key Features:* 100% cotton, no whiteners* Vegan sized paper* Chlorine and acid-free* Mould-made* Four deckled edges* External and internal sizing* No animal by-products used* Cold, Hot, Rough, Soft Presses* No optical bleaching* Smaller watermark Perfect For:* Artists that want the best* Professional Watercolorists* Printmakers* Charcoal & graphite drawing* Soft press ideal for beginners* All water media! This high-quality watercolor paper satisfies the requirements of all professional and amateur artists. It is ideal for watercolor, tempera, gouache, acrylic, ink, charcoal, graphite, drawing, and printmaking. Artistico is offered in Traditional and Extra White and comes in Cold, Hot, Rough, and Soft Presses. Cold Press - (sometimes referred to as "Not Press") Italian translation is Grana Fina. It offers a lovely slight texture and tooth that grips pigment beautifully, created from pressing the finished paper between cold cylinders. Overall the most popular watercolor press. Hot Press - Italian translation is Grana Satinata. Provides a smooth, flat, even surface; produced by being run through hot cylinders. Perfect for multimedia drawings and paintings with all water media. Rough Press - Italian translation is Grana Grossa. Features a pronounced tooth and texture heavier than Cold Press, created from placing wet paper sheets between textured blankets and air drying. The rough press produces a grainy effect as watercolor pigment particles collect in the low parts of the paper. Soft Press - Italian translation is Grana Dolce. A unique surface that only Fabriano makes. It is a press between Cold and Hot, providing just enough texture for grip, and is considered almost spongy in feel. As a result, it is a favorite among printmakers. It is the perfect surface for beginner watercolorists who have not quite mastered the effects of Cold Press (available in Extra White). See More
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Fabriano Artistico Enhanced Watercolor BlocksSave Up to50%Off list…watermarked “FABRIANO+ARTISTICO” on the short side. Fabriano Artistico Enhanced Watercolor blocks are glued on all four sides and are high-quality watercolor papers to satisfy the demanding requirements of all professional artists. Made In Italy. The paper is ideal for watercolor, tempera, gouache,… Master Quality Watercolor Papers That Will Stand The Test Of Time Fabriano Artistico Enhanced Watercolor Blocks now feature improved color lifting capabilities, increased surface resistance, and a vegan-friendly sizing! The paper is mold made of 100% cotton that is chlorine and acid-free, guaranteeing long conservation and stability over time. The paper is sized both internally and externally, making it ideally absorbent. Available in cold or hot press surfaces, the brilliant extra white paper is not bleached and is watermarked “FABRIANO+ARTISTICO” on the short side. Fabriano Artistico Enhanced Watercolor blocks are glued on all four sides and are high-quality watercolor papers to satisfy the demanding requirements of all professional artists. Made In Italy. The paper is ideal for watercolor, tempera, gouache, acrylic, ink, charcoal, graphite, and drawing. Key Features:* Extra White or Traditional White Paper Blocks* 100% cotton* 140lb / (300 gsm)* Chlorine-free, Acid-free* No bleach or optical brighteners* Mold-made in Italy* Watermarked* External and internal sizing* No animal by-products used in sizing* Guaranteeing long conservation and inalterability over time* Glued on all four sides* Perfect For:* Artists that want the best* Professional watercolorists* Watercolor, tempera, gouache* Acrylic, ink, charcoal, graphite, and drawing * Suitable for printmaking* All water media!* An endless array of techniques Fabriano Artistico uses cotton balls instead of stretched and beaten cotton fibers, as in other brands, for consistent and even water absorption across the surface. This construction also provides a more robust and durable surface that can take a lot of punishment, whether it be scrubbing, erasing, or any other standard watercolor technique. No animal by-products are used in the sizing. The internal and external sizing produces a more consistent, non-yellowing, non-smelling, more resilient non-scuffing surface with no blotchy spots. The paper also has an overall superior color-lifting response due to the sizing used. See More
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Fabriano Studio Watercolor Paper Sheets, Pads, & BlocksSave Up to53%Off list…managed forests that are respectful of environmental standards. It is a fantastic sheet for artists at all skill levels seeking high-quality paper at a modest price. Fabriano Studio Watercolor Paper is perfect for watercolor, gouache, tempera, acrylic, ink, charcoal, and drawing. Key Features:* 25%… Now Available In Easy-To-Frame Sizes! Fabriano Studio Watercolor Paper is made of 25% cotton and lignin free cellulose and is available in a lovely cold pressed or hot pressed surface. The paper is sized internally and externally, providing a paper surface that will hold up to vigorous painting while guaranteeing optimal absorbance. The paper is made up of 100% of E.C.F. pulp (Elemental Chlorine Free), from responsibly managed forests that are respectful of environmental standards. It is a fantastic sheet for artists at all skill levels seeking high-quality paper at a modest price. Fabriano Studio Watercolor Paper is perfect for watercolor, gouache, tempera, acrylic, ink, charcoal, and drawing. Key Features:* 25% Cotton* Archival quality* Acid-free* Internal and external sizing* 100% elemental chlorine free pulp* Exceptional value and quality* Available in different sizes and bindings* Perfect For:* Watercolorists* Drawing and sketching* Fine artists and students* Artists at all skill levels* Watercolor and gouache* Tempera, acrylic, ink* Charcoal and graphite See More
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Fabriano Tiziano SheetsSave Up to45%Off list…can last for generations. For this reason, artists at all skill levels, including students should use Tiziano instead of inferior grades of paper such as sulphite sketching papers or Newsprint. For after all, you never know what you want to keep. So even a quick sketch should be done on Tiziano.… Master Quality Papers That Will Stand the Test of Time This beefy paper takes most media beautifully allowing you to create with a full freedom of product including: pastel, charcoal, graphite, pencil, Conte Crayon, gouache, light washes and ink. This paper has a high-percentage mix of premium cotton and high quality cellulose so it is strong enough to take reworking. It is acid free and archival so it can last for generations. For this reason, artists at all skill levels, including students should use Tiziano instead of inferior grades of paper such as sulphite sketching papers or Newsprint. For after all, you never know what you want to keep. So even a quick sketch should be done on Tiziano. This 160 gram paper is available in 10 sheet packages in 20×26" sheets. See More
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