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Item #: 10020
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Arches watercolor papers are mouldmade in France, with 100% cotton fiber content. They are acid-free, pH-neutral, gelatin-sized, and air-dried. You ca...
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Item #: 10011
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Arches papers aren't just for watercolors. Use them also for drawing, calligraphy, gouache, printmaking, acrylics, and even digital printing. Manufact...
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Item #: 10183
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Perfect for plein air painting and convenient for travel, Arches Watercolor Pads are ideal for both professional artists and students. Choose spiral-b...
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Item #: 10033
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Mouldmade without optical brighteners or bleaches. Has two deckle edges, 2 waterline edges, and a watermark. Same durability and strength as Natural W...
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Item #: 10144
$18.95 - $60.48
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Fabriano Artistico Enhanced Watercolor Blocks have the same consistent, high-quality paper customers have come to know and love. They now also feature...
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Item #: 10062
$7.59 - $223.03
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This stunning paper delivers the purest bright white available without the use of optical brighteners or bleaches. Each sheet is 22" x 30" (559 mm x 7...
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Item #: 10067
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Yupo is a compelling and unique alternative to traditional art papers. It's a synthetic paper, machine-made in the USA of 100% polypropylene. It is wa...
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Item #: 10059
$7.65 - $15.70
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Professionals love this paper's superb performance and resistance to distortion. Mouldmade of 100% cotton, Saunders Waterford is gelatin sized. Neutr...
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Item #: 09619
$23.78 - $79.50
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Blick Premier Watercolor Blocks contain professional-quality paper made on a traditional cylinder mould. Internally and externally sized, it withstand...
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Item #: 10149
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Yupo is a compelling and unique alternative to traditional art papers. It's a synthetic paper, machine-made in the USA of 100% polypropylene. It is wa...
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Item #: 10061
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Traditional warm white paper. They are mould-made of 100% cotton and are acid free/pH neutral. Sheets have two natural deckled edges and two cut edges...
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Item #: 10145
$5.81 - $33.70
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Fabriano Studio Watercolor Pads are priced for students and beginners yet contain what feels like a professional-grade paper. Available in a variety o...
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Item #: 10172
$5.68 - $37.49
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Glued on the two long edges, the Fluid Easy-Block allows artists to paint right on the block without wetting or stretching the paper. Fluid Easy-Block...
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Item #: 10059
$28.55 - $49.39
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Mouldmade of 100% cotton, Saunders Waterford is gelatin sized, and neutral pH. Each 140 lb (300 gsm) sheet has two natural deckles and two tear deckle...
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Item #: 09609
$6.92 - $84.99
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Fluid 100 is a 100% cotton, natural white paper that is internally and externally gelatin-sized to achieve an archival standard of permanence. Availab...
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Item #: 10080
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Available in both cold press and hot press surfaces, Blick Studio Watercolor Paper by Fabriano is excellent for watercolors, tempera, gouache, acrylic...
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Item #: 10063
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Fabriano knows that although students can't afford premium papers, they need quality to learn proper technique. This economical, high quality paper is...
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Item #: 10089
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Shizen Professional Watercolor Paper is an acid-free, 100% cotton, white watercolor paper that is internally sized and has a rough surface. Handmade i...
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Item #: 10094
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The Ready Cut line features Strathmore’s 500 Series premium watercolor paper that has been pre-cut into standard-size sheets. This 100% cotton paper i...
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Item #: 09662
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Winsor & Newton Professional Watercolor Blocks are made with 100% cotton fibers. Crafted on a traditional cylinder mould, these gluebound blocks are ...
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Item #: 09618
$6.54 - $28.65
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Blick Premier Watercolor Paper is internally and externally sized. Its surface is created using natural woolen felts, to withstand scrubbing and other...
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Item #: 09621
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Stonehenge Aqua is as finely crafted as it is affordable. Wet-on-wet or wet-on-dry, it has a wonderful crispness that anchors your work across every t...
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Item #: 09661
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Winsor & Newton Professional Watercolor Paper preserves the luster and transparency of colors, offering a premium quality surface for smooth, even was...
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Item #: 10015
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Since 1590, the Lana mill has been supplying European watercolorists with the finest papers. Lanaquarelle is made on a cylinder mould machine, giving ...
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Item #: 10015
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Lanaquarelle blocks are 100% cotton, neutral pH, 140 lb (300 gsm). The blocks consist of 20 sheets bound on 4 sides. Available in Cold Press, Hot Pres...
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Item #: 09655
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Hahnemühle The Collection Watercolor Blocks are made using eco-friendly energy sources in a family-owned mill which has operated in Dassel, Germany si...
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Item #: 09651
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Shizen Black Watercolor Paper is a professional-grade, 100% cotton rag paper externally and internally sized with vegan sizing. This 100% recycled, 14...
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Item #: 10067
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The same synthetic, non-porous surface but now available pre-cut into circles! Great for unique paintings, screenprinting, debossing, home decor, and ...
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Item #: 09616
$84.18 - $137.02
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Canson L’Aquarelle Héritage Watercolor Paper offers excellent color laydown, lifting ease, and responsiveness. Next-generation, gelatin-free si...
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Item #: 09678
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Offering premium watercolor papers for the discerning artist, Bockingford Watercolor Gluebound Pads contain 12 sheets of acid-free, 140 lb (300 gsm) p...
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Find the best assortment of hot press watercolor paper for any project at Blick! Our selection includes high-quality options for students, hobbyists, and professional artists in a range of formats, styles, and sizes, from pads and blocks to rolls, loose sheets, and beyond.
What is hot press watercolor paper?
Hot press watercolor paper is smooth, absorbent paper designed to accept water-based media, such as watercolor, gouache, and ink. The name "hot press" refers to the paper manufacturing process, in which heated rollers press the paper to create a smooth, even surface. Hot press watercolor comes in a variety of sizes and weights and can be made from wood pulp (cellulose), cotton, or a combination of materials. Designed for experienced artists and professionals, hot press artist grade watercolor papers are usually made from 100% cotton (rag) which is very durable and naturally acid-free.
Why do artists use hot press watercolor paper?
The smooth finish of the paper makes it ideal for fine detailed work, calligraphy, and multimedia techniques that combine painting and illustration. Hot press watercolor paper also allows for easy “lifting”, a technique in which media is partially or fully removed for visual effect or to correct mistakes.
What is the difference between hot press, cold press, and rough watercolor paper?
Watercolor paper is categorized according to its texture and finish. Rough and cold press watercolor paper has a bumpy, irregular surface texture, while hot press watercolor paper has a smooth finish. Generally, artists use hot press watercolor paper for highly detailed artwork or calligraphy, as it tends to render intricate detail better than cold or rough press papers. Hot press watercolor paper is typically less absorbent than cold press paper, which can make it harder to achieve the granulation effects that some painters prefer. Absorbency also depends on the paper’s weight, as heavier-weight papers hold up to multiple layers of water better than lighter-weight papers, which may need to be stretched. Ultimately, there is no right or wrong choice. The paper’s texture does not indicate its quality, and the best watercolor paper for you is the one that meets your needs.
Our wide assortment of cold press watercolor paper includes high-quality options for artists of every skill level. Shop cold press artist grade watercolor paper as well as cold press student grade watercolor paper in every size and format, including pads, blocks, rolls, journals, and more.
Hot press watercolor paper has a smooth surface, while cold press watercolor paper has a slightly raised, bumpy surface. Rough watercolor paper has a surface that has even more texture. A "not" watercolor sheet is “not hot press,” and the term is often used instead of cold press. The decision comes down to which surface you prefer for the type of watercolor painting you practice. Sizing is often added to make a watercolor paper more water-resistant, keep it from absorbing too much moisture or pigment, and maintain the brilliance of watercolor paints or inks. Internal sizing is added while the paper pulp is still in a liquid state, while external sizing is applied to the surface of the paper after the sheet is formed and dried. Some papers are both internally and surface-sized.