Canson XL Series Watercolor Textured Paper Pad for Paint, Pencil, Ink, Charcoal, Pastel, and Acrylic, Fold Over, 140 Pound, 12 x 18 Inch, 30 Sheets

We all love Canson XL Series Watercolor Paper! Trusted for decades by artists, students, hobbyists, and art teachers. Each heavyweight sheet is crafted with care to obtain that perfect paper texture and provide a sturdy foundation for multiple washes and layers without warping or buckling. For those of you nerdy enough to know better, our paper is 140lb/300gsm (which means the pre-cut “ream” of full-size sheets weighs 140 pounds and a single sheet of one square meter weighs 300 grams). All of this just means Canson XL watercolor paper has impressive absorbency and strength. So, go at it with bright colors, gradients, and detailed strokes, and even mix things up with gouache or acrylic paint for a mixed media effect. The Canson XL Series was created with students and teachers in mind – affordable, high-sheet count options with an intermediate-level performance sufficient for technical practice and showcases. Once artists are confident enough in their skillset, we recommend transitioning over to the Canson Artist Series family of paper for a museum-quality look and feel. View all options by clicking on the Canson Brand Store link!

• Artists Love Canson XL! Trusted for decades by students, hobbyists, and art teachers thanks to dependable composition, high sheet counts and affordable prices
• Heavyweight Cold Press Watercolor Paper: Each sheet provides a sturdy foundation for multiple washes and layers without warping or buckling (140lb/300gsm); use with watercolor paint, gouache paint and light acrylic paint
• Explore Watercolor Painting Techniques: Tackle the full spectrum of watercolor projects using gradients, washes, layering, glazing, fine strokes, wet-on-wet, dry brush, splattering, lifting, scraping and masking fluid
• Portraits, Illustrations, Landscapes & Art Journaling: Your favorite watercolors will maintain their vibrancy thanks to our acid-free sheets; paper texture handles the finest details, like single strands of hair or blades of grass
• Time-Honored French Craftsmanship: Manufactured in France, Canson carries a prestigious heritage of papermaking that spans over four centuries. The Canson XL Series is widely embraced by both aspiring artists and seasoned art educators.