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SoHo Urban Artist Cotton Canvas All Media PanelsSave Up to66%Off list…to be flexible in case it slightly bows due to high or low moisture in the atmosphere. This elastic core enables artists to flex the board the other way so paintings will not bow over time. In fact, many low-cost wood core panels bow, and this can never be corrected. These panels can always be made… State of the Art Acid-Free C-Bond Core Canvas Panels! The SoHo Urban Artist Cotton Canvas All Media Panels use a state of the art core to allow the panel to be flexible in case it slightly bows due to high or low moisture in the atmosphere. This elastic core enables artists to flex the board the other way so paintings will not bow over time. In fact, many low-cost wood core panels bow, and this can never be corrected. These panels can always be made to lie flat. They are handsomely crafted with a turned edge construction. Key Features: * Available in assorted sizes * 3mm (1/8") panels C-bond core panels * Non Warping * 10oz. Double Primed Cotton * Acid-free panel and core * Two coats of Universal Acrylic Gesso Primer * Crafted with a turned edge construction Perfect For: * All media applications * Acrylics, Oils with either knives or brushes* Color studies and color charts* Plein aire painting * Classrooms and artists * Artists working in humid conditions * See More
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Ampersand Museum Series PastelbordSave Up to32%Off list…pastels and pastel pencils. Pastels go on smooth, blend beautifully, and colors stay rich and vibrant. Exceptional for both wet and dry pastel painting. Not Just for Pastels - Achieve amazing results with acrylics, oils, watercolors, gouache, charcoal and more Exquisite Sanded Surface - Ampersand… Pastelbord - The Solid Choice for Pastels and More! Pastelbord's unique surface is a hand-applied kaolin clay ground textured with fine marble dust granules. Amersand Pastelbord holds more pastel layers than any other surface! Pastelbord is a clay and gesso coated hardboard panel with a granular marble dust finish comparable to a sanded pastel paper except more durable and more versatile. The coating is pH neutral and non-yellowing, making it a truly permanent museum quality surface. Available in 1/8" flat Gray, Green, Sand, and White for hand-tinting. Conservator quality wood materials and sealing processes, no other panel on the market protects an artist’s work like an Ampersand panel Key Features:* 1/8" flat wood panels* More durable and more versatile than paper* The coating is pH neutral and non-yellowing* Truly permanent museum quality surface* Marble-dust tooth holds more layers than pastel paper* Holds artwork still eliminating excessive pastel dust collecting inside the frame* Available in white, gray, sand, and green tones* Archival, Handcrafted in the USA Perfect For:* Soft or oil pastels and pastel pencils* Achieve amazing results with acrylics, oils, watercolors, gouache, charcoal and more* Exquisite Sanded Surface* More durable and more versatile surface Ampersand™ Pastelbord wood panels are Archival, Handcrafted in the USA, made from FSC certified sustainable US forest products. We use completely green manufacturing processes that protect the natural environment. No harmful chemicals used, no dangerous emissions for artists. A smart choice. Made with conservator quality wood materials and sealing processes, no other panel on the market protects an artist’s work like an Ampersand panel. Unmatched Techniques - Perfect for soft or oil pastels and pastel pencils. Pastels go on smooth, blend beautifully, and colors stay rich and vibrant. Exceptional for both wet and dry pastel painting. Not Just for Pastels - Achieve amazing results with acrylics, oils, watercolors, gouache, charcoal and more Exquisite Sanded Surface - Ampersand Museum Series Pastelbord's unique surface is a hand-applied kaolin clay ground textured with fine marble dust granules. Amersand Pastelbord holds more pastel layers than any other surface! Available in Gray, Green, Sand, and White for hand-tinting. Video - See Video on Colored pencil on Ampersand Pastelbord, blending with solvents in our "Video Tab" See More
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Ampersand Museum Series Claybord PanelsSave Up to43%Off list…media and experimentation. Details can be added, highlights created, and mistakes corrected. Apply paint and ink using brushes, sponges, palette knives, paper towels, airbrush, technical pens, and painting tools. Claybord is also an excellent printing surface, and can also be used for image… Claybord™ The Ultimate Multi-Media Panel Museum Series Claybord™ is made using 1/8” Hardbord panels, featuring Ampersand’s simply amazing kaolin clay ground formula. This ultra-smooth sanded, highly absorbent clay ground is similar in paintability to the clay gesso grounds used during the Renaissance and allows paint colors to remain true and brilliant! While Claybord allows the use of traditional materials, tools, and techniques, it is also an ideal surface for mixed media and experimentation. Details can be added, highlights created, and mistakes corrected. Apply paint and ink using brushes, sponges, palette knives, paper towels, airbrush, technical pens, and painting tools. Claybord is also an excellent printing surface, and can also be used for image transfers. Key Features:* Acid-free, ultra-smooth, highly absorbent kaolin clay ground * Amazing with alcohol inks * Protected by Ampersand’s proprietary Archiva-Seal barrier technology, the most advanced formula for sealing wood * Cradles constructed using premium grade 13-ply birch plywood* Archival, eco-friendly and fully made in the USA* Perfect For:* Ink, graphite, acrylic, gouache, collage, egg tempera, airbrush, scratchboard, and more.* Ideal for image transfers and as a printing surface* Additive and subtractive processes with any artists tools* Surface ideal for brittle media like egg tempera and caseins * 1/8" Flat Panels - ideal for plein air and studio painting— slips easily into pochade boxes. Flat panels allow for standard framing. * 3/4" Cradled Panels - offer more support for using heavier mediums and built-up textures. The depth allows for traditional canvas-style framing or floater frames. * 1-1/2" Cradled Panels - offer more support for using heavier mediums and built-up textures. The depth allows for traditional canvas-style framing or floater frames. * 2" Deep Cradle Panels - for maximum support and frameless presentation, all in one. With Claybord, paints, and inks can be manipulated to vary tonal values, develop highlights, and correct mistakes. Various artist tools, such as Ampersand scratchboard tools, hobby knives, razor blades, etching tools, sand paper, oil-free steel wool, and electric erasers, can be used. Claybord's clay coating allows for the use of sgraffito techniques to cut into the surface and re-expose the white clay ground. The coating is 7 to 10 dry-mils thick, allowing for multiple cut-ins or erasers. The smooth finish and the absorbency of the clay ground allow the use of abrasives like oil-free steel wool or sand paper to remove pigment without damaging the finish. Ampersand & Golden High Flow Acrylics Smooth Sampler Value Pack - Ampersand and Golden Artist Colors have teamed up to introduce artists to the amazing synergistic possibilities that exist with our smooth panels and Golden's High Flow acrylics. Includes: * 9x12" 3/4" Ampersand Claybord * 9x12" 7/8" Artist Panel Primed Smooth * 1 oz Golden High Flow Acrylic Color - Green Gold * 1 oz Golden High Flow Acrylic Color - Indigo Only Ampersand builds their cradles by hand with premium grade 13-ply birch plywood for maximum stability and a clean, finished look from edge to edge. Claybord is archival, eco-friendly, formaldehyde-free, and made by hand in the USA. See More
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Yes! All Media Cotton Canvas PanelsSave Up to83%Off list…you can paint on top of the drawing. A unique twist to this canvas is that you can draw with a permanent marker and use the lines to form a resist for your watercolors. For traditional watercolor painting, the color sits right up on the surface and allows for easy lifting, scratching into the paint… All-Media Panels! Perfect for All Wet Media! Yes! If it goes on wet it goes on Yes! Watercolors, oil colors, acrylics, inks, sprays, casein, permanent markers, shellac and acrylic-based inks, airbrush colors, egg tempera, alkyds and anything else you may want to use on your paintbrush. Yes! All Media Cotton Canvas allows for multiple layers for a lovely 3d effect without messing up the medium and also makes it easy to repair mistakes. They are also very easy to carry and work with outside with. The 11oz weight 100% unbleached cotton canvas panels accept almost any media! Patented priming accepts all media! Watercolors, Water-Soluble Oils, Inks, Sprays, Oils, Acrylics, Pastels, Oil Pastels, Markers & More! Key Features:* Triple-primed plate smooth finish* Patented priming accepts all media!* 11oz weight 100% unbleached cotton canvas* 3mm composite board backer* Triple-primed with acid-free special wet media primer* Nice fine tooth that grabs the paint perfectly * Perfect For:* Watercolors, Pastels, Oil Pastels* Inks, Sprays, Ink Washes* Acrylics, Oil colors* Caseins* Water Mixable Oils* Permanent markers* Shellac and acrylic-based inks* Airbrush colors* Egg tempera or alkyds* Collage The Portrait Cotton - Portrait artists and super realistic technique artists craved for a surface that was plate smooth but also affordable. Yes, is plate smooth using only the finest close weaved cotton and primed three times to a super smooth surface. So smooth you can quickly draw on it. But here's the twist you can also paint on it with any media! The priming is the key. Imagine a canvas so versatile that it will accept any paint, ink, or marker you have in your studio. Imagine the possibilities. The Watercolor Surface - Many watercolorists draw with permanent marker as they create their watercolors. With this surface, you can draw right into your watercolor without feathering or smudging, or you can paint on top of the drawing. A unique twist to this canvas is that you can draw with a permanent marker and use the lines to form a resist for your watercolors. For traditional watercolor painting, the color sits right up on the surface and allows for easy lifting, scratching into the paint film, reworking the painted surface, and even layering for unique effects. Use with opaque or transparent colors. This canvas works best with tube watercolor and provides rich, vibrant expressions. Acrylics and Watercolors - You may want to start off playing with watercolors and gouache reworking or even removing areas then fine-tuning and finally finishing off the top layers with permanent acrylics. Of course, you don't need to use watercolors with your acrylics but you can if you want. You'll find this surface to be fantastic with virtually any acrylic based paint from heavy body to acrylic based inks to airbrush colors. Before applying watercolor, we suggest that you clean the canvas thoroughly with high-strength Isopropyl alcohol to remove any hand-oils from the canvas. Surface oils may have accumulated from manufacturing, packaging, or unwrapping the canvas. Cleaning the canvas should prevent the paint from beading up on the surface. See More
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AlumaComp Aluminum Unprimed Archival Painting & Mounting PanelsSave Up to78%Off list…/ Unprimed Aluminum Boards - Acid Free- Adds Value to Your Artwork 100% Archival Boards - Acid Free- Adds Value to Your Artwork Great for Plein Air Painting - Painting on metal panels has been historically recorded since before the times of Rembrandt, who painted many of his great masterpieces… 100% Archival / Unprimed Aluminum Boards - Acid Free- Adds Value to Your Artwork 100% Archival Boards - Acid Free- Adds Value to Your Artwork Great for Plein Air Painting - Painting on metal panels has been historically recorded since before the times of Rembrandt, who painted many of his great masterpieces on copper. In the last 20 years, professional artists have been moving towards working on aluminum composite panels (ACP), which feature lighter weights and stronger construction. AlumaComp is widely used for mounting fine art, photographs, linen and canvas to create an incredibly stable painting panel, or to use on its own as a reliable, archival painting support. The brushed aluminum surface takes primer beautifully, providing texture that grips the primer for a perfect bond. The smooth aluminum surface can be used as is to take advantage of its' beautiful finish, or custom sanded or polished for any texture necessary for your artistic applications. When used as a painting panel, the smooth side can be used as the work’s actual highlights for a modern look— either left bare as is, or sanded/buffed back to the bare metal before varnishing to take advantage of the metallic glow. Simply peel the screened film used to protect both sides, and let your creativity do the rest. Key Features: * Double-sided – one brushed aluminum, one polished smooth * 100% Archival Rigid and strong, yet lightweight * 4mm (3/16") thick * Acid-Free - Archival, will not decay * Prime and Paint in traditional oils & acrylics * Use primed or unprimed * Accepts most fine art media, primed or painted directly * Perfect for use as a mounting surface for photography, linen and canvas, even image transfers * Will not mold, or mildew like stretched canvas or wood panels * Can be Framed - No backing board needed * Sold Individually or in Boxes of 2 Perfect For: * Adding Value to Your Art * Plein Air - Lightweight & free from moisture * Professional Photographers, Fine Artists, Graphic Artists * Oils, Acrylics, Mixed Media, Watercolors * Art Prints, Inkjet, Screen Printing, Photos * Creating artwork with a fresh, modern look * Saving shipping costs to clients and galleries, due to lighter weight * Experimental and modern art * Working in environments where humidity levels fluctuate* See below for the larger sizes sold in boxes of 2: 36" x 36" - 18" x 72" - Also not for larger sizes, may need to support to prevent bending Professional Artist Eric Armusik "My work requires the highest standards and after 15 years of painting on wood i have abandon it forever after painting on AlumaComp, I will be painting all 40 large panels using this substrate as well as many more paintings, commissions and mounting of my prints", "It's an amazingly versatile substrate for those who want the smooth surface of a panel but are afraid to paint on something like wood which is prone to warping" Eric Armusik, (b. 1973) paints classical figurative art that fuses his life experiences with art history. His paintings are a declaration to the dramatic power of representational art. The origin of his inspiration does not lie in academia, but rather his childhood, surrounded by the vivid paintings he saw in Gothic cathedrals as a child. Eric doesn’t aspire to simply paint a figure; he paints a moment, a human experience, and an emotional dialogue that transcends culture, religion and time itself. See More
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Da Vinci Professional Liquid Art Multi-Media PanelsSave Up to68%Off list…while containing media* Resin-based paints * Acrylics and mixed media* Fluid acrylics & High flow acrylics* Pouring paints & pouring mediums* Encaustics* Resin pours, Alcohol inks & dyes* Gouache and pouring mediums* Watch Our Jerry's LIVE Demo on Painting & Pouring on our Liquid Art Panels Relax,… Professional Art Panels with 1/8" raised lip to contain media Contain Your Media While Your Imagination Runs Wild! The Da Vinci Professional Liquid Art gesso panels feature a 1/8" raised lip which is part of the frame around the panel itself. The natural wood can be left as-is or stained and painted for frameless presentations. Gessoed with a professional quality gesso and great for use with Fluid Acrylics, High Flow Acrylics, Glazing liquids, Pouring Mediums, Encaustics, Pebeo Resin Paints and Alcohol-based dyes. Available in several sizes, with a choice of 3/4" or 1.5" depth. Great for Fluid acrylics & High flow acrylics, Liquid art techniques and pouring paints & pouring mediums. Contain Your Media While Your Imagination Runs Wild! 1/8" raised lip in 3/4" or 1.5" cradle depths Key Features:* 1/8" raised lip to contain media* Choice of 3/4" or 1.5" cradle depths* Quality gessoed surface* Natural wood frame* Accepts various liquid media* Can be unframed, framed or shown in floater frame* See Videos and Jerry's LIVE Perfect For:* Allowing artisitc freedom while containing media* Resin-based paints * Acrylics and mixed media* Fluid acrylics & High flow acrylics* Pouring paints & pouring mediums* Encaustics* Resin pours, Alcohol inks & dyes* Gouache and pouring mediums* Watch Our Jerry's LIVE Demo on Painting & Pouring on our Liquid Art Panels Relax, play, and enjoy the process of producing a pouring painting with Turner Acryl Gouache and Pouring Medium, on a Da Vinci Pro Liquid Art Panel. No drawing or prior art skills required! Want the full supply list to follow along? Click Here Da Vinci Liquid Art Professional Panels with 1/8" raised lip is the only line to come in size 1.5" deep! See More
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Crescent Textured Black Art BoardsSave Up to30%Off listTruly one of the blackest black boards on the market Truly one of the blackest black boards on the market. The Textured Black Boards features one smooth side that is perfect for mounting, and a textured side ideal for pastels, chalk and acrylic paint. Perfect for mounting and dramatic presentations… Truly one of the blackest black boards on the market Truly one of the blackest black boards on the market. The Textured Black Boards features one smooth side that is perfect for mounting, and a textured side ideal for pastels, chalk and acrylic paint. Perfect for mounting and dramatic presentations made of a medium weight quality. Now finally ready to use in the most popular traditional pad sizes! Key Features: * Blackest black board on the market * Both a smooth and textured side * Medium weight quality, pH neutral Perfect For: * Mounting and dramatic presentations * All pastel, chalk, colored pencil, & acrylic paint applications * Easy portability, for outside use See More
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Raphael Premium Archival Oil Primed Linen PanelsSave Up to80%Off list…Raphael has just enough tooth to keep the surface receptive to hold initial layers of paint while they dry and bond with the oil surface. Raphael Premium Archival Oil Primed Linen is expertly mounted on multi-ply board made with poplar wood. The slight tooth and incredible priming make each stroke… A Surface The Paint Can Caress - Modern, master quality oil-primed linen created in Italy Holding the finished canvas in your hand, the primed surface feels almost buttery, and the linen underneath is smooth and incredibly uniform hence providing the underlying cause for such an excellent master-quality product. Handmade in Italy, Raphael Premium Archival Oil Primed Linen Panel surface is non-absorbent, allowing the color to sit up on the surface. The depth is created by the refractive qualities of the oil, which enhance the natural tendencies of the pigment. Raphael has just enough tooth to keep the surface receptive to hold initial layers of paint while they dry and bond with the oil surface. Raphael Premium Archival Oil Primed Linen is expertly mounted on multi-ply board made with poplar wood. The slight tooth and incredible priming make each stroke velvety smooth and luxurious. Key Features: * 3/8" Thickness * Fine weave, 100% linen canvas * Oil-primed linen canvas, mounted to panel * Hand primed, four coats of priming * Natural glue sealer * Expertly mounted onto warp-resistant plywood * Primed with a luxurious, acid-free, non-absorbent ground * Handmade in Italy * Reliability of the material and consistency of the finished product Perfect For: * The perfect archival surface for any painting in oils * Make oil painting a real pleasure * Fine weave and texture * Lasts hundreds of years * Create depth and beauty that only oil colors can achieve * Foundation allows for virtually any technique from abstract to the most intricate portrait and super realistic technique Raphael Premium Archival Oil Primed Linen Panels are expertly mounted on warp-resistant Poplar plywood. The slight tooth and incredible priming make each stroke velvety smooth and luxurious. Years ago, we worked with an excellent Italian company in creating a linen canvas that would make oil painting a real pleasure and produce results that were more brilliant than before possible with commercial products. This linen canvas has a fine weave and texture and is created with one coat of natural glue sealer and four coats of oil priming. The Italian priming method was developed over five centuries. The difference is the reliability of the material and the consistency of the finished product. Although processed entirely by hand, the modern assembly line and super clean workplace allow the finished product to be amazingly consistent and beautiful. See More
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Pannelli Telati Canvas Mounted Panel BoardsSave Up to42%Off list…non-directional 3.2mm thick composite board that allows you to build up layers of paint. Much loved for their lightness and versatility, Pannellli Telati Boards are one of the preferred supports for painting by oil and acrylic artists. Key Features: * 3.2mm thick board * Acrylic primed gesso * 100%… 100% Cotton, Acid-Free! Crafted For All Types Of Media! The durable Pannellli Telati Boards from are crafted for all media types and feature a uniform texture and pleasing tooth. Each 100% cotton acid-free canvas is mounted on a non-directional 3.2mm thick composite board that allows you to build up layers of paint. Much loved for their lightness and versatility, Pannellli Telati Boards are one of the preferred supports for painting by oil and acrylic artists. Key Features: * 3.2mm thick board * Acrylic primed gesso * 100% cotton, acid-free canvas * Low cost, high quality stretched cotton canvas * Non-directional hardboard core * Pleasing tooth and uniform texture * Archivally stabile * Sold in 4 Packs Perfect For: * Acrylics, oils, alkyds, and all types of media * Collage and mixed media * Impasto painting * Building up heavy compositions * Traveling, on the go * Plein air painters "The finish is fine enough and the cotton has a fine weave so it doesn't catch my knife, but still has just enough eggshell surface and is not slick. I am totally satisfied and that is really saying something. Please don't ever stop carrying this product." See More
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Multimedia Artboard Pastel PanelsSave Up to20%Off listAn Innovative Pastel Panel That Is Archival, Sturdy, And Lightweight Multimedia Artboard Pastel Panels have a proprietary ground formulation that is silk screened directly on Multimedia Artboard for a consistent working surface. Non-warping and dimensionally stable. 320 Grit. Available in white or… An Innovative Pastel Panel That Is Archival, Sturdy, And Lightweight Multimedia Artboard Pastel Panels have a proprietary ground formulation that is silk screened directly on Multimedia Artboard for a consistent working surface. Non-warping and dimensionally stable. 320 Grit. Available in white or black. They will accept heavy layers of pastel and can also be used for oils, oil sticks and colored pencil. Available in a variety of sizes and in black and white. An ideal surface for pastel work, Pastel Artist Panels are dimensionally stable and non-warping yet thin and lightweight. Multimedia Artboard Pastel Panels are perfect for plein air and travel. Key Features:* Available in white or black* Acid-free , lignin-free surface* ph neutral of 6.7 to 7.0* Hand inspected to insure quality* 320 Grit* Accepts heavy layers of pastel * Does not warp and stays dimensionally stable * A proprietary ground formulation* Consistent working surface that does not warp* Non-warping and dimensionally stable* Accepts water, mineral spirit, and turpentine applications* Lack of yellowing and the non-forming of wrinkles at the time of the drying* Colors produced in maximum color concentration* Readily accepts heavy layers of pastel* Can also be used for oil and water media Perfect For:* Pastels, oils, oil sticks and colored pencils* Thin, lightweight panels are perfect for plein air and travel* Beginner to Professional artists* Accept heavy layers of pastel and can also be used for oils, oil sticks and colored pencil* Can be used with oil media See More
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Dream BoardsSave Up to50%Off listA Fun and Stress Reducing Way to Express Yourself Dream Boards® are the ultimate stress reducer. Perfect for Art Relaxation! These special boards much like The Buddha Board activate with water to produce varying degrees of black across a middle tone grey background with each brush stroke. When the… A Fun and Stress Reducing Way to Express Yourself Dream Boards® are the ultimate stress reducer. Perfect for Art Relaxation! These special boards much like The Buddha Board activate with water to produce varying degrees of black across a middle tone grey background with each brush stroke. When the water evaporates the image disappears and you are left with a clean slate for your next adventure in imagery. It doesn’t matter if you are stepping away from a computer, tablet, or phone in order to rest your eyes while working out the daily heaviness of the days stresses. You are now able to dream no matter what your art proficiency. For anyone who is brush-savvy, you can now play with ideas easily and quickly anywhere in your home, office or when you want to travel. Dreaming allows us to define our goals and to work out our demons. Now you can do this while you are conscious which will certainly make your dreams more positive and make you happier, ready to take on the world with renewed energy and enthusiasm! Special boards activate with water to produce varying degrees of black across a middle tone grey background with each brush stroke! Comes with a higher quality better brush Key Features:* Available in various sizes, mini (5.31” x 5.79”) or large (9.45” x 11.81”)* Dream board, stand and brush - Just activate with water!* Made of high quality ABS plastic* Included brush is made to come to a fine point and hold lots of water* A higher quality better brush* Activated with water* Made of quality paper that will not bubble up or peel* Mounted to an ABS polymer board* Stands are made of high quality ABS plastic w/ brush holder slots* Brush is made to come to a fine point and hold lots of water* When the water evaporates the image disappear Perfect For:* Relaxation and stress reducer, art relaxation* Conveying thoughts and dreams onto paper* Ideas easily and quickly anywhere in your home, office or when you want to travel* Producing varying degrees of black across a middle tone grey background with each brush stroke* Perfect for practicing brush strokes* Art therapy and relaxation* No stress from your dream board as they are made of quality paper that will not bubble up or peel up mounted to an ABS polymer board. The stands are made of high quality ABS plastic w/ brush holder slots. Brush is made to come to a fine point and hold lots of water. See More
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Crescent Cold Pressed Illustration BoardsSave Up to33%Off list…Illustration Boards with all kinds of media, but the surface works best with graphite pencils, colored pencils, and ink. Key Features:* Frame-ready sizes* Cold press illustration paper mounted to rigid board* pH neutral acid-free surface* Holds paint media well * Warp resistant* No.99 Board 14-Ply,… High-quality acid-free paper mounted to a rigid core Crescent Illustration Boards are made by mounting quality paper to a rigid board. The cold press boards are perfectly textured to hold art media without pigments flaking off. The surface is acid-free, helping you to preserve your best work for a lifetime. You can use Crescent Illustration Boards with all kinds of media, but the surface works best with graphite pencils, colored pencils, and ink. Key Features:* Frame-ready sizes* Cold press illustration paper mounted to rigid board* pH neutral acid-free surface* Holds paint media well * Warp resistant* No.99 Board 14-Ply, White, University Grade, Cold Press (1.4 mm) thick* No.300 Board 16-Ply, White, Professional Grade, Cold Press (1.4 mm) thick* No.310 Board 14-Ply, White, Professional Grade, Cold Press (1.3 mm) thick Perfect For:* Graphite pencils, colored pencils, and pastels* Alcohol and water-based markers* Acrylic and gouache paint* Pen and ink* Light collage 99 Illustration Board, Warm White: Crescent's most popular illustration board. The warm white drawing surface is student grade, best for pencils, colored pencils, pastels, ink, and light collage. Warp resistant, acid-free, white. 14-Ply and 0.055" (1.4 mm) thick 300 Professional All-Purpose Grade Illustration Board: This all-purpose professional-grade illustration board features a warm white premium surface and medium-weight construction. Best for pencils, colored pencils, pastels, pen and ink, airbrush, washes, and wet media. Also good for light collage. Warp resistant. Each board is 16-ply and 0.055" (1.4 mm) thick 310 Professional Grade Illustration Board with 100% Rag Surface: Featuring a 100% rag surface and medium weight construction, this professional grade illustration board is best for airbrush, acrylic washes, pastels, and mixed media. Crescent No. 310 Illustration Board is a medium-weight, professional grade board with a medium textured, 100% rag, acid-free surface. Each board is 14-ply and 0.050" (1.3 mm) thick. Also good for colored pencils, graphite, and watercolor. Warp resistant. Thickness Medium (0.05-0.06) See More
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Art Spectrum Colourfix Pastel PrimerSave Up to33%Off list…primer is available separately and is the same used for priming the sheets. Use them to prime any paper or board or to cover unwanted passages or to "touch up" smudges or for reverse painting effects. Primers may be mixed to create unique hues. Clear Primer makes virtually any surface, even glass,… This primer allows you to work in several layers with little to no fixing and allows the use of wet media such as oils, watercolors and acrylic colors for mixed media works. Colourfix primer is available separately and is the same used for priming the sheets. Use them to prime any paper or board or to cover unwanted passages or to "touch up" smudges or for reverse painting effects. Primers may be mixed to create unique hues. Clear Primer makes virtually any surface, even glass, a pastel surface and is excellent for experimenting allowing you to add pastels into your watercolors, acrylics or oil colors. Supertooth Pastel Primer available in Natural/Clear 250 ml Jar. See More
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Painter's Color Diary® by HG Art ConceptsSave Up to54%Off list…painting The color diary is spiral-bound with removable pages so that you can work on multiple sheets simultaneously. Once dry, you can reinsert the pages between layers of the included glassine, so they don’t stick together. The top of each color chart has a space for writing the paint… Build Your Color Library! Patent Pending Exclusive to Jerry’s, The Painter’s Color Diary® has a fail-proof layout that allows you to record swatch information for future reference. There are countless ways to use the Painter's Color Diary®. Some examples are: * Swatching new color purchases * Testing color transparency and opacity * Creating color mixing formulas * Testing color palettes for an upcoming painting The color diary is spiral-bound with removable pages so that you can work on multiple sheets simultaneously. Once dry, you can reinsert the pages between layers of the included glassine, so they don’t stick together. The top of each color chart has a space for writing the paint brand, the date, or an assignment title if it’s for class. Each swatch box contains a bold black line to show transparency or separate half-tones. The color diary is truly a game changer when it comes to planning the mood of a painting. It’s a remarkable resource to have. Oil & Acrylic Color Diary: * Perfect for oil and acrylic paint * 40 outlined swatch boxes on each page * 136 lb. (290gsm) sized canvas textured paper * 10 removable pages with glassine interleaving * Each swatch outline measures 1" x 1-1/2" * Pages measure 9" x 12" from the spiral binding Watercolor & Multimedia Color Diary: * Perfect for watercolor, colored pencils, pastels, and more! * 35 outlined swatch boxes on each page * 140 lb. (300gsm) 100% cotton cold press paper * Landscape page layout for watercolor gradations * 10 removable pages with glassine interleaving * Each swatch outline measures 1" x 1-1/2" * Pages measure 9" x 12" from the spiral binding Travel Painter’s Color Diary®: * Perfect for watercolor, colored pencils, pastels, and more! * 140 lb. (300gsm) 100% cotton cold press paper * Landscape page layout for watercolor gradations * 36 swatch boxes per page * 10 removable pages with glassine interleaving * Each swatch outline measures 1-3/16" x 1/2" * Pages measure 6" x 8" from the spiral binding Painter’s Color Diary® Binder Box: * Designed to hold Painter’s Color Diary® pages * 1-½" diameter binder ring * Holds up to 40 diary pages * Overall size 9-3/4" x 14-7/8" x 2-7/16" * Holds up to 40 pages (sold separately) * Compatible with 9" x 12" and 6" x 8" sizes * Durable soft-touch cover and sides * Strong magnetic closure keeps the binder secured * Metal label plate for easy identification * Added protection from light and dust * Perfect for cataloging all of your swatches archivally Build your color library with the new Painter's Color Diary® Binder Box – the perfect place to store and protect all your swatched pages. Painter's Color Diary® Review "Over the decades, I have continued to make tests of a diverse and ever-growing collection of oil paints, taking note of how they respond to the addition of white paint to analyze tinting strength or adding a glaze medium to note how the pigments react transparently. Sometimes I will test one color, such as Raw Sienna, from different paint manufacturers to determine which version will be best for my needs. Before using The Painter's Color Diary®, I did these tests on my painting or palette and wiped them away. With this wonderful tool, I now keep a record and note each color and company. For me, The Painter's Color Diary® is the perfect color tool for artists working in oils. Printed on high-quality canvas paper and protected by vellum sleeves, this pad allows for the testing and recording of colors with no bleed-through. I highly recommend the Painter's Color Diary®, not only for students but for professional artists. My color struggle now will be to decide whether to keep the pages in the book or post them on the studio wall!" John Wellington - Painter and teacher See More
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Artist Leaning Bridges for Painting & DrawingSave Up to61%Off list…onto your painting without smearing, smudging or soiling. Great for adding straight lines with pen or brush and for keeping a more steady hand. Add detail and highlights to your drawing or paintings without smearing, smudging or soiling your work. Hand Wrist Rest For Painting, Drawing &… Perfect for use with any media! Wet or dry! Painting, Drawing & Sketching The Artist Leaning Bridge is available in three different lengths and made to completely fit over canvas board, stretched canvas, paper stock, pad or block and an amazing tool to also rest your wrist. This transparent stable and sturdy heavyweight acrylic shelf allows you to add detail and highlights onto your painting without smearing, smudging or soiling. Great for adding straight lines with pen or brush and for keeping a more steady hand. Add detail and highlights to your drawing or paintings without smearing, smudging or soiling your work. Hand Wrist Rest For Painting, Drawing & Sketching - NO Smearing, Smudging or Soiling Key Features:* Available lengths: 18in, 24in, 31in* All 3 are: 1 1/2" Tall, 3" Wide* Made of heavyweight acrylic* Transparent shelf* No smearing, smudging or soiling* Rest your hand on bridge, not your art* High enough to clear a 31in. wide pres-stretched canvas Perfect For:* Standing above canvases up to 3/4" thick* Watercolors, acrylics, oils and other wet media* Drawing Level lines with pen, colored pencil, graphite, charcoal, or pastel* Clean adjustments and details on all of your art* Adding detail & highlight to your art without smearing* Working comfortably Artist Leaning Bridge Sizes * 18" Hand rest area is 3" inches wide, 18" Long & 1 1/2" Tall * 24" Hand rest area is 3" inches wide and 24" Long & 1 1/2" Tall * 31" Hand rest area is 3" inches wide and 31" Long & 1 1/2" Tall See More
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Universal Mixed Media Pads by Creative MarkSave Up to58%Off listWithstands virtually any media type! After years of research, Creative Mark has created a universal pad for mixed media art applications. The 90 lb. (200gsm) sheets withstand virtually any media and stand up to the roughest handling and gluing. Use the pages for anything from drawings and designs to… Withstands virtually any media type! After years of research, Creative Mark has created a universal pad for mixed media art applications. The 90 lb. (200gsm) sheets withstand virtually any media and stand up to the roughest handling and gluing. Use the pages for anything from drawings and designs to light collage. Each pad contains 20 white sheets, glue-bound on top. Available in four sizes. Key Features:* 20 white sheets (40 pages)* 90 lb. (200gsm) paper stock* Glue-bound top binding* White paper* Withstands the roughest handling* Perfect For:* Acrylic inks and traditional gouache* Turner Acryl Gouache* Glue and light collage* Most writing instruments* Colored pencil and graphite* Travel or working outside* Your thoughts and ideas See More
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Buddha BoardsSave Up to16%Off listA Zen painting experience like no other! These innovative and unique boards provide you with a Zen-like painting experience unlike any other! Buddha Boards feature a revolutionary surface that allows you to paint on it with just water, leaving fluid, expressive dark strokes that fade away slowly,… A Zen painting experience like no other! These innovative and unique boards provide you with a Zen-like painting experience unlike any other! Buddha Boards feature a revolutionary surface that allows you to paint on it with just water, leaving fluid, expressive dark strokes that fade away slowly, leaving you with a clean blank slate once again. Great for practicing brush strokes, testing paintbrushes, and creating spontaneous temporary artworks, Buddha Boards encourage you to focus on the present and the enjoyment of creation. Available in two different styles, each Buddha Board comes with a Sumi brush and self-contained water reservoir. Live and paint in the moment with revolutionary new Buddha Boards!* Original Buddha Board – Measuring 12x9 1/2x1/4", this original model also includes a "Japanese style" stand that supports the board, serves as a water reservoir, and also balances the included bamboo brush. With proper care, it will last for years of Zen painting enjoyment!* Mini Buddha Boards – These pocket sized, 5x5" square boards make excellent gifts, and come with 10 themed decorative stickers, a small paintbrush, and a slim black envelope case. The board folds backwards to become its own mini easel stand. See More
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Golden Panda Eastern Artist Authentic ScrollsSave Up to59%Off list…by master artisans to last for centuries!* Silk ties for elegant presentation and easy wall hanging* For traditional and Oriental watercolor painting, calligraphy, and inks These authentic scrolls have been used in the orient for thousands of years and are nearly impossible to obtain.… Authentic artist scrolls by master artisans to last for centuries! These authentic scrolls have been used in the orient for thousands of years and are nearly impossible to obtain. These scrolls are made in a small village in China by a collective of master paper makers and artists that each posses special techniques that have been passed down for generations. Nothing but the finest would ever carry the Creative Mark name. Minimum purchase of two scrolls (Assorted). All products are 100% guaranteed to meet with your complete satisfaction. * Mounted on silk* No frame required* Acid-free, silk-covered presentation box* Each mounted sheet edged in metallic gold* Finished with a 1-1/2" mahogany color wooden dow* Made in China by master artisans to last for centuries!* Silk ties for elegant presentation and easy wall hanging* For traditional and Oriental watercolor painting, calligraphy, and inks These authentic scrolls have been used in the orient for thousands of years and are nearly impossible to obtain. These scrolls are made in a small village in China by a collective of master paper makers and artists that each posses special techniques that have been passed down for generations. Nothing but the finest would ever carry the Creative Mark name. Minimum purchase of two scrolls (Assorted). All products are 100% guaranteed to meet with your complete satisfaction. Modern Sizing - The scroll is still long and vertical but the painting size is a square which is centered on the base material. Traditional Sizing - Generally, scrolls are long and vertical in appearance. We offer four of these sizes. Xian Scrolls - Feature special heavyweight natural white rice paper. These scrolls are perfect for ink, traditional Chinese painting and calligraphy techniques and sketching with dry media. These scrolls feature Jade colored silk base material. Shian Scrolls - Feature special acid-free Lei River silk paper for use with all water-based media including oriental colors, traditional watercolors, egg tempera and thinned acrylics. This silk paper takes color beautifully for breathtaking results. These scrolls feature Jasper colored silk base material. Size Base Material Painting Size A (Modern) 23.6 × 47.2" 15.74 × 15.74" B (Traditional) 11.8 × 43.3" 7.87 × 27.5" C (Traditional) 15.75 × 47.2" 11.8 × 31.5" D (Traditional) 23.6 × 47.2" 15.74 × 31.5" E (Traditional) 28 × 72" 25 × 50" See More
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Aitoh Sumi-E Sketch PadsSave Up to25%Off listitoh's Sumi-E Sketch Pads are made in Japan with traditional Oriental papers that are characterized by a soft feel and an absorbent quality. For this reason they are highly unique and offer an interesting surface for drawing with inks, charcoal, pastel and watercolor. The 9x12" and 18x24" pads are… itoh's Sumi-E Sketch Pads are made in Japan with traditional Oriental papers that are characterized by a soft feel and an absorbent quality. For this reason they are highly unique and offer an interesting surface for drawing with inks, charcoal, pastel and watercolor. The 9x12" and 18x24" pads are made with the very popular Washi paper. Each pad has 48 sheets that are attached by loose thread into the pad. A real treat for the artist. See More
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Lian Zhens Sparkle Rice PaperSave Up to39%Off listThis paper has micro mica sparkles that give a bit of luster to the art. Sheets are 66 x 131.5cm (approximately 26" x 52") in size. Paper has a nice off white tone. Sold rolled in packages of 5 sheets. This paper has micro mica sparkles that give a bit of luster to the art. Sheets are 66 x 131.5cm (approximately 26" x 52") in size. Paper has a nice off white tone. Sold rolled in packages of 5 sheets. See More
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Lian Quan Zhen Traditional Rice PaperSave Up to37%Off list…sheetsLian Quan Zhen Lian Quan Zhen is a sought-after watercolor and Chinese painting artist and teacher in the US and abroad. He is one of the most popular authors of North Light Books. He started sketching and painting in his childhood and continue as hobby while practicing medicine as a family… Acid-free, Traditional rice paper Lian Quan Zhen Traditional Rice Paper (5 Sheets Rolled) 70x114cm* Acid-free* Traditional rice paper* 26 grams in weight* 70 × 114cm (approximately 27.5" × 45") in size.* It has a lovely off white color* Sold rolled in packages of 5 sheetsLian Quan Zhen Lian Quan Zhen is a sought-after watercolor and Chinese painting artist and teacher in the US and abroad. He is one of the most popular authors of North Light Books. He started sketching and painting in his childhood and continue as hobby while practicing medicine as a family physician in Canton Province, China. After immigrating to the US in 1985, he obtained a Bachelor of Arts Degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1992 and a Master of Architecture Degree from MIT in 1996. He has many shows in the US, Hong Kong and China and developed an international following. His paintings hang in numerous institutional and private collections including the MIT Museum which has collected 14 of his paintings. See More
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Strathmore 400 Series Artagain Black Drawing PadsSave Up to33%Off listCreate Dramatic Effects And Drawings That Pop! Strathmore 400 Series Artagain Paper Pads allows you to produce unique, daring effects using light-colored media on coal black paper. Artagain is a 60lb (160 gsm) lightly-textured, acid-free, medium-surface drawing paper that contains 30% post-consumer… Create Dramatic Effects And Drawings That Pop! Strathmore 400 Series Artagain Paper Pads allows you to produce unique, daring effects using light-colored media on coal black paper. Artagain is a 60lb (160 gsm) lightly-textured, acid-free, medium-surface drawing paper that contains 30% post-consumer recycled fiber. You can use white charcoal, colored pencils, gel pens, metallic inks, pastels, and other light dry media to fabulous effect on this coal black paper. Key Features: * Coal black paper * 24-sheet pad * 60 lb (160 gsm) * 30% recycled fiber * Acid-free * Medium-surface * Lightly-textured * 3 pad sizes: 6"x9", 9"x12", 12"x18" Perfect For: * Creating unique, dramatic effects * Urban Sketchers * White charcoal and colored pencils * Soft pastels or oil pastels * Gel pens and metallic inks * Lightweight and portable * Value-conscious artists who demand quality See More
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Yasutomo Washi Hosho and Washi Kozo PapersSave Up to25%Off listTraditional Japanese Paper, also known as Washi, is popular for practicing strokes and experimenting with inks, charcoal, pastel. Washi Kozo (also known as Kozogami) Paper - Is made from mulberry and is designed for use in Sumi-E, calligraphy and paper crafts. Washi Hosho Paper - Is made of sulphite… Traditional Japanese Paper, also known as Washi, is popular for practicing strokes and experimenting with inks, charcoal, pastel. Washi Kozo (also known as Kozogami) Paper - Is made from mulberry and is designed for use in Sumi-E, calligraphy and paper crafts. Washi Hosho Paper - Is made of sulphite and kozo pulp. It is acid-free with a smooth and textured surface. Excellent for printmaking, collage and wood cuts. See More
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Artfinity® Synthesis Multimedia Watercolor Paper PadsSave Up to53%Off list…construction * No more wasted paint – the paper is nonabsorbent * Flawlessly smooth, pH-neutral * Pads are tape bound on the short side * Sheets remain perfectly flat while you paint Perfect For: * Creating vibrant art and wasting less paint! * Building paint layers * Acrylics, alcohol inks,… This mind-blowing surface improves vibrancy and provides warp-resistant strength! Artfinity® Synthesis is a smooth, non-porous, 74 lb. synthetic paper that is exceptionally strong and warp-resistant. Traditional watercolor paper absorbs paint like a sponge, making your watercolors look muted on the surface compared to your palette. With Synthesis multi-media paper, your juicy paint colors sit on top of the surface. Colors are not absorbed or dulled. Every speck of paint that you add to Synthesis paper dries vibrantly on the surface. Best of all, you save money by wasting less paint! The ultra-smooth surface allows you to build layer upon layer, which is impossible with regular watercolor paper. Traditional watercolor paper is unforgiving if you make a mistake, but if you make a mistake on Synthesis paper, you can wipe it off and re-work the area. Synthesis paper can even be rinsed under tap water to start all over! So no paper is wasted. Tree-free Synthesis paper is perfect for watercolors, alcohol ink, acrylic paint, oil pastel, graphite, charcoal, and silkscreen. Key Features: * White 74 lb., 200gsm synthetic paper * 90% Polypropylene/ 5% Polyethylene/ 5% Polystyrene * The strong multi-media surface resists tearing and buckling * You can recycle the paper into plastic particles * Colors look more vibrant on "Synthesis" compared to standard papers * Acid-free, waterproof, and stain-resistant paper * Remove any mistakes with an eraser or wet sponge * Durable, non-tearing construction * No more wasted paint – the paper is nonabsorbent * Flawlessly smooth, pH-neutral * Pads are tape bound on the short side * Sheets remain perfectly flat while you paint Perfect For: * Creating vibrant art and wasting less paint! * Building paint layers * Acrylics, alcohol inks, and watercolor * Debossing, monotype, and oil pastel * Graphite pencil * Silkscreen and Sumi-e ink * Watercolors and acrylics * Eliminating the need for soaking, stretching, or taping Advantages of Artfinity® "Synthesis" Paper Colors look more vibrant on "Synthesis" compared to standard papers. Synthetic paper that is exceptionally strong and warp-resistant, your juicy paint colors sit on top of the surface and colors are not absorbed or dulled. Every speck of paint that you add to Synthesis paper dries vibrantly on the surface. If you make a mistake on Synthesis paper, you can wipe it off and re-work the area. Synthesis paper can even be rinsed under tap water to start all over! So no paper is wasted! **Please note: the rinse technique works best on wet watercolor and wet acrylic paints. You can use a damp sponge to remove dried sections of water-based media. Once you have completed a piece, it is important to use a finishing spray to stabilize the work. We recommend that you use several light coats of a non-yellowing acrylic fixative rather than one heavy coat, which could pool or drip. See More
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Awagami Japanese Handmade PapersSave Up to24%Off list…papers for painting, drawing, printmaking, book arts, and alternative photography. Key Features: * Handmade paper * Acid-free * Eco-friendly * Eight generations of papermaking experience * Regional fibers make up the paper pulp * Made in Tokushima, Japan Perfect For: * Painting and drawing… Over 8 generations of family papermaking! Since the late 18th century, Japan's Awagami Factory has been producing fine-art papers characterized by their softness and strength. Their papers, including their signature Kitakata paper, are made from regional fibers to yield paper sheets with an expressive surface and impressive character. Awagami Japanese Handmade Papers are acid-free, made with respect, and care for the environment and suitable for professional artists & students alike. Here you will find some of Awagam's best-selling papers for painting, drawing, printmaking, book arts, and alternative photography. Key Features: * Handmade paper * Acid-free * Eco-friendly * Eight generations of papermaking experience * Regional fibers make up the paper pulp * Made in Tokushima, Japan Perfect For: * Painting and drawing * Printmaking * Book arts * Alternative photography prints * Block and monotype printing * Students, teachers, professionals Bamboo, 170gsm: Made with environmentally friendly bamboo, this sheet has a small ecological footprint. Bamboo Select is slightly heavier than other washi with a lovely soft surface making it ideal for intaglio, block-printing, and letterpress. 70% Bamboo, 30% Recycled. Bunkoshi, 70gsm: This paper has a relatively deep natural color and smooth surface with 4 deckled edges. Its texture is classically Japanese, with no additional sizing, making it good for both printmaking and calligraphy. 30% Kozo, 70% Alpha Cellulose. Ginwashi Cream 39gsm: This beautiful thin paper has hemp fibers that resemble "Gin", or silver. Hakuho, 220gsm: This sturdy sheet is made from an impressive blend of kozo and cotton, and is the first fine paper to feature this unique East meets West fiber blend. Hakuho Select's strong and resilient surface is certain to lend unique textural depth to artworks created on it. Great for Woodcut, but sized enough for atmospheric watercolors. 45% Kozo, 55% Cotton. Hosho, 80gsm: The striped laid lines are a unique characteristic of this high-quality sheet. Long recognized by printmakers as one of the most versatile of Japanese washi papers, Hosho Select is particularly suitable for woodblock prints. 100% High Alpha Cellulose. Kinwashi, 30gsm: Kinwashi (also known as Ogura Natural) is 30 gsm with cut edges machine-made from acid-free manila hemp and kozo with long swirling fibers set in a creamy, natural-colored paper. Heavier than Ginwashi, it is great for printing and printmaking as well as shoji screens, lampshades, collage, and book arts. Kitakata Natural, 36gsm: Primarily composed of Gampi fiber, Kitakata has a subtle gloss yet surprisingly soft surface. Warm-toned yet resilient the sheet itself is also quite dense, making it ideal for many types of printmaking. 90% Gampi, 10% High Alpha Cellulose. Kitakata Green 36gsm: Primarily composed of Gampi fiber, Kitakata Green has a subtle gloss yet surprisingly soft surface. Warm-toned and resilient, the sheet itself is also quite dense, making it ideal for many types of printmaking. 90% Gampi - 10% Alpha Cellulose Kozo, 46gsm: Kozo, which derives its name from the eponymous fiber from which it is made, is the choice of many fine art printmakers and calligraphers. Kozo fiber, a renewable resource, is long and durable and results in a paper that is highly absorbent and supple. It also serves as the base paper for many other practical and creative applications such as shoji screens, umbrellas, lanterns, fans, and Yuzen-patterned papers. It is handmade from acid-free kozo, hemp, and sulfite pulp with four deckle edges. Masa, 86gsm: Masa paper (often referred to as affordable Hosho) is machine-made of sulfite pulp, bright white, and acid-free. One side is very smooth, the other side toothy. It is economical and useful for edition proofs and for student grade projects. Internally sized and should be slightly dampened prior to printing. Mulberry, 45gsm: Mulberry paper is handmade of kozo and sulfite pulp, white and acid-free, and its strength, softness, and flexibility make it the most versatile sheet for printers and printmakers. This paper is good for relief printing, silkscreen, hand lithography, and book arts. Okawara 51gsm: This paper has a warm natural color, medium weight, and subtle surface texture. Because of its versatility and affordable price point, this sheet has become an international standard for printmaking students. 25% Kozo, 75% High Alpha Cellulose. Sekishu White 35gsm: The manufacture of Sekishu started 1300 years ago and continues today. It is the trademark of the Shimane prefecture, famed for producing the purest conservation papers. Sekishu paper is handmade with kozo and sulfite pulp, acid-free with four deckle edges and a laid finish. It is used mostly in conservation, but also suitable for printing and printmaking. The paper is perfect for conservation and printmaking. Shiramine 110gsm: The relative thickness, generous sizing, and easy-to-use color of Shiramine make it a versatile paper for many art mediums including printmaking, painting, and drawing. 30% Kozo, 15% Hemp, 55% High Alpha Cellulose. Tengucho 10gsm: Tengucho is the thinnest paper made in Japan, specially designed for conservation and restoration of documents. It was invented during Japan's Edo period 1603-1867 by Genta Yoshii and was designated as a cultural asset in 1976. This paper is acid-free and machine-made of pure Kozo pulp10 gsm with cut edges. 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