- Prized Paper - The long fibers in Arches natural white 100% cotton watercolor paper provide timeless beauty; this rich paper is available in 13 sizes and 3 revered textures: cold press, hot press and rough
- Superior Strength - A cylinder mold process distributes cotton fibers evenly to provide exceptional resistance to tearing or linting; it allows our watercolor paper to slacken uniformly when wet for outstanding control
- Exquisite Quality and Functionality - All Arches watercolor pads for painting are pH-neutral with a harmonious natural grain and no optical brightening agents; each sheet is easily removed from the edge-glued pad
- Exclusive Gelatin Sizing - Arches water color paper is uniquely able to increases the luster and transparency of colors while preventing paints from penetrating into the paper
- Premium Art Papers Since 1492 - After five centuries, the Arches philosophy remains the same: to make the best paper for your finest works so each masterpiece lasts as long as our heritage
Making prestigious art papers since 1492, Arches has been the paper of choice for artists from Van Gogh and Matisse to Picasso, Dali, Warhol and beyond. Hailed as brilliant, this archival paper is mold-made with 100% cotton fibers, has a natural white luster and stands the test of time so your work shines long after you've laid down your masterpiece. A process exclusive to Arches, gelatin sizing "to the core" gives each sheet on this watercolor journal astounding absorbency, as the pH-neutral, gelatin-sized internal and external fibers hold pigment in place without over-saturation. Easily correct liquid media mistakes repeatedly and with minimal warping to the textured paper. Arches can be used as more than just watercolor paper; this exquisite, thick cotton paper functions well with all wet techniques such as ink, gouache, and acrylic painting as the cotton fibers adapt to whatever medium you use to craft your work. Arches watercolor paper contains no optical brightening agents. When it comes to high-end consistency and variety, you'll find the exceptional quality you seek within the premium papers at Arches.
