Arches Watercolor Paper Block, Cold Press, 3.9

Arches Watercolor Paper Block, Cold Press, 3.9" x 9.8", 140 pound (1795056)

Name: Arches Watercolor Paper Block, Cold Press, 3.9' x 9.8', 140 pound (1795056)
Brand: Arches
SKU: 342378
Price: 17.82 USD
Rating: 9.6 (2715 reviews)

$ 17.82

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Value for money

9.60

Customer service

9.47

Satisfaction

9.71

Giftable

9.74

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Product Description

The most common finish is cold press, which has a light texture. It reflects light well and retains the transparency of watercolours, and the light grain makes it easier to achieve certain details.

All Arches papers are manufactured using a cylinder mold, as they have been for over a century. This thick, stable sheet is lovely, durable, and resilient, thanks to its long fibers.

To add extra strength and durability, each sheet of Arches Watercolor paper is tub-sized in a bath of pure natural gelatin and then air dried.

The highest level of quality assurance. Ourt paper is put through rigorous testing and monitoring, with each sheet inspected individually to ensure the highest quality.

There is one block with 20 sheets, all of which are 300 GSM.

Questions & Answers

Where does the gelatin come from? Is it derived from a living thing?

The word "natural" indicates that it is made from animal parts. Your beliefs are admirable, but gelatin sizing is used in almost all good paper.

What's the distinction between a Block and a Pad? The block appears to be more expensive, but are the sheets of equal quality?

Watercolor pads are typically only attached at one end, either with glue or spiral wire in a binder. The sheet is usually removed in order to paint with a pad. Blocks are glued together on all sides, and you paint on the top sheet of the block before removing it with a palette knife. Blocks are my personal favorite.

Hello, what is the total poundage of the hot press 16" x 20"? Is this a set of brand new original French arches?

On the cover, it should state the weight. It needs to be 140 pounds or 300 grams. I have no idea where it is produced.

Is it possible to remove paint from a painting while it is still wet?

Yes, if you're working with watercolor paint. This paper is what I use when I paint with watercolors. This paper makes creating beautiful washes a breeze. When wet, a dry brush, tissue, or sponge can be used to lift. After the area has dried, you can rewet it and lift it.

Selected User Reviews For Arches Watercolor Paper Block, Cold Press, 3.9" x 9.8", 140 pound (1795056)

When you buy Arches, you're investing in quality

5/5

Watercolor paper from Arches is of excellent quality. I ordered the block (which is more expensive, but well worth it) so I wouldn't have to tape it down while painting. This paper can handle more water (it won't buckle), stays wet longer, doesn't pill, and the color pigments pop. Arches is one of my favorite characters!.

Madilynn Choi

| Jan 13, 2021

The quality control system at Amazon is inadequate

3/5

The product is excellent; however, it was damaged at some point and had to be repackaged and reboxed. I got my package reshipped!.

Javier Willis

| Sep 04, 2021

Snob of paper! Guilty

5/5

Oh, how I adore this paper! br>If you haven't tried it with MGraham or Sennelier watercolors yet, don't blame me for introducing you!.

Maya Stanton

| Jan 12, 2021

You already know it's the best, so go ahead and give yourself a treat!

5/5

Lyla Yu

| May 27, 2021

The paper is of excellent quality

5/5

Because of the consistent quality of Arches wc paper, I almost always use it. Because I dislike stretching watercolor paper, I prefer the wc blocks. The only issue is that in Arizona, where the weather is hot and dry, the pad frequently separates from the backing cardboard; however, since you can paint on either side of Arches paper, this isn't a major issue. However, unless they really screw up this paper, I'll keep using it as my main source.

Hazel THOMSON

| May 22, 2021

The block does not stay in place, which is a shame because I adore Arches paper

3/5

It is, without a doubt, my favorite. Despite this, the block was completely destroyed. The following pages began to peel away from the block after two were used. The entire wax block is now peeling away from the cardboard back, with about 5 pages remaining. It's a real shame!.

Elaina Galloway

| Jul 01, 2021

The paper is excellent

5/5

This is, without a doubt, my favorite watercolor paper. br>Because cheaper papers are often made of wood pulp, the paint sits on top of it, making it difficult to mix and layer. It is not possible to see the texture. Even the most accomplished artists' work will appear to have been painted by a toddler. When you try to paint with wood pulp paper, it actually works against you. br>br>However, this paper is made entirely of cotton and is a joy to work with. Water and pigment soak into the paper, creating vibrant, beautiful washes that are simple to layer and glaze. Arches collaborates with you to help you produce your best work. This paper is a must-have for anyone who paints with watercolors.

Alison PRITCHARD

| Jan 03, 2021

Love it! I tried the cold press first when I first started using Arches, but it left the finished painting looking chalky

5/5

Because it has a pocked marked texture, it was also much rougher than I expected. For line and wash, it didn't work well with my micron pens. As a result, I decided to go for it with the hot press. It maintains the vibrancy and transparency of my watercolors. For my microns, it's been silky smooth. And the paper is still able to withstand a lot of water and multiple layers of paint. It's ideal! It's exactly what I've been looking for!.