Campap Arto A1 or A2 Watercolour Paper Cellulose or Cotton Cold Pressed (Medium Surface) 300gsm 5sheets CR36346 CR36345

Arto is the new quality series from the Brand Campap

These watercolour painting paper come in packs of sheet in A4/A3/A2/A1 sizes with 200gsm or 300gsm

All paper are all 100% cellulose or cotton and acid free.

Cold pressed (Medium surface)

It is strong enough for your entire watercolor and sketchbook painting that will not bleed through.Works with all watercolor paint and markers for sketching, drawing and painting.

Netherlands Origin.

A1 size = 23.4" x 33"

A2 size = 16.5" x 23.4"

5 sheets 200gsm/300gsm

Cellulose is made from a wood pulp that is chemically treated to work with watercolour paints. The paper is thus quite inexpensive and is often looked at as an alternative to the higher quality cotton paper. Yet despite this paper being lacking in quality it makes up for it in affordability being a favorite of amateur artists and students alike. For single layer work this paper works well but for more complex, layered works the paper can cockle and warp, showcasing its lack of durability.

Cotton paper is often high-end and looked at as an artist grade paper. The cotton construction proves a high degree of stability and is far more durable than its cellulose counterpart. The cotton absorbs water easier and can handle a higher load of colour, giving access to more techniques on one sheet. 100% cotton paper is also often acid-free which prevents yellowing and discolouration of your paintings over time. However cotton is more expensive than cellulose and is seen as more of an investment or artists tool rather than a standard work surface.