VICE VERSA 20X27.5 BLACK

Vice Versa Paper – 20" x 27.5" Black

Two surfaces. Infinite contrast. The Vice Versa Black Paper in 20" x 27.5" is a rich, deep black sheet featuring dual surfaces—one subtly textured for grip and layering, the other smooth for crisp detail and graphic precision. Crafted in France from heavy 220 gsm / 135 lb. cardstock, this acid-free paper offers durability, versatility, and dramatic color payoff—perfect for artists, designers, printmakers, and paper crafters alike.

⭐ Specs
• Size: 20" x 27.5"
• Color: Deep Black
• Paper Weight: 220 gsm / 135 lb. cardstock
• Surfaces: Dual-sided – one textured, one smooth
• Material: High-quality pulp
• Acid-Free: Yes
• Origin: Made in France

🎯 Benefits
• Two unique surfaces offer creative flexibility in a single sheet
• Deep black color enhances contrast with metallics, pastels, and white media
• Heavyweight cardstock resists warping, creasing, and heavy applications
• Acid-free and archival for lasting vibrancy and presentation
• Ideal for both expressive fine art and clean, design-forward applications

🎨 Ideal Mediums & Creative Uses by Side

Textured Side
Best for layering and expressive mark-making.
• Ideal Mediums: Chalk, pastel, white charcoal, graphite, colored pencil, Conte, dry brush
• Creative Uses:
– Dramatic figure or portrait studies
– High-contrast chalk or pastel drawings
– Textural abstract work
– Atmospheric sketching and gesture studies

Smooth Side
Best for precision, opacity, and flat media.
• Ideal Mediums: Gel pens, metallic markers, white ink, paint pens, gouache, acrylic marker, screen print
• Creative Uses:
– Hand-lettered signage or typography
– Printmaking projects (linocut, monotype)
– Flat collage, die-cutting, or cardmaking
– Illustration with sharp contrast and fine detail

Rich, versatile, and beautifully bold—Vice Versa Black gives you two distinct ways to make your work stand out.