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Important Note for Printmakers:
While this paper is designed primarily for watercolor and wet media, it can be used for etching and intaglio. Due to its extra sizing, the surface may require soaking overnight (or longer) to properly soften and prepare it for printmaking techniques.
Arches Watercolor Sheet – 22" x 30", 300lb Rough Press, Bright White
Let your brush dance on texture with the Arches 300lb Rough Press Bright White sheet. This heavyweight, coarse-grain paper emphasizes granulation and brushwork while showcasing the brilliance of your colors on a bright white base. It’s the ideal sheet for expressive watercolorists who want bold texture and vibrant clarity.
Size: 22" x 30"
Weight: 300lb (640gsm)
Surface: Rough press – pronounced texture
Color: Bright white
Composition: 100% cotton
Edges: Four deckled edges
Sizing: Gelatin-sized inside and out
Manufacturing: Made on a traditional cylinder mould in France
Ideal For:
Granulating pigments and expressive mark-making
Abstract, landscape, and loose watercolor styles
Gouache, wet media, and mixed media with texture
Artists who work large and bold without surface prep
Features & Benefits:
Bright white surface enhances pigment luminosity
Rough texture adds movement, depth, and granulation
300lb paper eliminates the need to stretch or tape
Resists warping and damage even with heavy water use
Archival quality with excellent surface strength
This paper puts power in your paint and energy in every brushstroke.