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The Best Watercolor Paper for Painting
Find the best watercolor paper for your work: cotton vs wood pulp, hot press, cold press and rough textures, weights, popular brands and when to use each.
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Watercolor Paper Surfaces
6 guides, starting with The Best Watercolor Paper for Painting.
How to Prepare and Stretch Watercolor Paper
Learn how to prepare watercolor paper for painting, including when to stretch it, how to soak and tape it to a board, and how to fix common problems.
Should You Wet Watercolor Paper Before Painting?
You do not always have to wet watercolor paper before painting. Learn when wet-on-wet helps, when to stay dry, and how to wet paper evenly for soft washes.
Standard Watercolor Painting Sizes and How to Choose
Learn standard watercolor painting sizes, from full, half and quarter sheets to pads and blocks, plus tips on choosing a size for framing and practice.
Watercolor Painting on Vellum: Surface Prep and Tips
Thinking of painting watercolor on vellum? Learn the difference between true vellum and vellum paper, how to prep the surface, and how to control the paint.
Watercolor Painting on Wood: Sealing, Priming and Tips
Can you use watercolor on wood? Yes, with the right prep. Learn how to sand, seal and prime wood panels, handle staining paints, and protect the finished piece.
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