Arches Watercolor Block - 3.9" x 9.8", Rough, 140 lb, 20 Sheets

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. This archival paper is mold-made with 100% cotton fibers, has a natural white luster and stands the test of time. 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 as the cotton fibers adapt to whatever medium you use to craft your work. Arches watercolor paper contains no optical brightening agents. This package contains a 3.9x9.8 inch Rough Watercolor Block. 140lb, 20 Sheets. Imported.

• Prized Paper - The long fibers in Arches natural white 100% cotton watercolor paper provide timeless beauty; this 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 resistance to tearing or linting; it allows our watercolor paper to slacken when wet for outstanding control
• Exquisite Quality - Glued on all sides to preserve paper integrity, boasts a protective cover sheet and pH-neutral paper with a harmonious natural grain and no optical brightening agents
• 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