Papers are the foundation, the source of light, the support of your art. Yet watercolor artists often do not understand how papers are made or how they differ from one manufacturer to another. Here is information to help you choose papers confidently.

guide to watercolor papers
Descriptions and test evaluations for mouldmade and handmade watercolor papers from fourteen manufacturers.

how watercolor papers are made
How papers are made, with a guide to watercolor paper sizes, weights and commercial packaging.

how to test watercolor papers
Details of the watercolor tests and the paper attributes they were designed to measure.

storing, mounting & framing
Safeguarding and handling your painting supports before and after painting.

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