4 best watercolor drawing papers

Catalog of specialty stores for artists is quite wide. However, customers often purchase paper in the stationery departments of the market. It is necessary to focus on certain characteristics and tips:

1. Note that professional watercolor paper is rarely sold in albums. It is implemented in separate sheets.
2. Calculate the frequency of drawing lessons to last for a specific time.
3. Search for a product of a certain brand is worth it if the child draws professionally. For pictures for the sake of entertainment you should not choose premium brands.

It is best to consult with a teacher who teaches drawing, as well as get acquainted with our rating, where we have reflected the best options for drawing paper with watercolor. In compiling it, the following factors were taken into account:

1. paper composition;
2. accurate surface tint;
3. drying time;
4. resistance to corrections;
5. work in various techniques;
6. the presence of pellets after wetting;
7. price;
8. customer comments.

Consumer reviews have played a minor role, since a person could simply choose the wrong drawing technique on a given surface. It is difficult to say which paper is better - cotton or cellulose. Each type has its pros and cons, as well as private owners of our rating. Opinions of artists on this subject are rather contradictory and subjective.

Ranking of the best watercolor drawing albums

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price
Ranking of the best watercolor drawing albums	1	Lana lanaquarelle	2 870 ₽
	2	Watercolor Album Arches	2 590 ₽
	3	Kagaz-Junior 100% bleached wood pulp (300-600 g / m2 large grain)	136 ₽
	4	FABRIANO Artistico Extra White	2 989 ₽

Lana Lanaquarelle, density 300 g / m2, 100% cotton, medium grain

Rating: 4.9

At the top of the ranking is the paper of the company “Lana”, which uses advanced technologies in its production. Sheets are made from 100 percent cotton in the molds. It does not apply bleach or acid. Antifungal substances that make the product even more durable are added to the composition. "Lanakvarel" is suitable for any technology.

Artists freely retouch their works. They claim that paper absorbs water evenly and withstands any number of layers. The mask goes well and sticks. This is a great alternative to Arches paper. Sheet worth 455 rubles (56 to 75 cm).

Album for watercolor Arches 300g / m2 (cotton) 23 * 31cm 12 sheets

Rating: 4.8

Second place deserves watercolor paper Arches from the brand Canson. A professional product has been produced in France for many years using classical technologies. It consists entirely of cotton fiber and includes natural gelatin sizing. Each sheet is checked for quality by hand. This approach ensures the durability and strength of the paper. The surface withstands several layers of paint without any damage.

Buyers say that Arches is ideal for watercolor and other various techniques. Judging by the reviews, the paper evenly absorbs water, and dries quickly and predictably.On a wet surface, you can safely add a thick paint. Very beautiful transitions turn out. There is an album with 12 sheets of about 2 thousand rubles.

Kagaz-Junior 100% bleached wood pulp (300-600 g / m2 large grain)

Rating: 4.6

Next in the ranking is a watercolor paper of a rough texture from a Russian manufacturer. Material - 100% wood pulp. The product is a sheet with reliable sizing and gelled surface.

Hand-made paper is recommended for watercolor, ink, gouache, pencil and many other techniques. Buyers consider the product a compromise option of high quality at an affordable price. One sheet of 41 by 55 cm in size costs about 80 rubles.

FABRIANO Artistico Extra White

Rating: 4.6

Watercolor paper from "Fabriano" is made from vegetable fiber without the use of acids or chlorine. Such a composition ensures the preservation of work for a long time. The product shows its worthy performance even if damaged. Sheets have a bright white color that is achieved without the inclusion of fluorescent substances.

The paper will appeal to experienced painters and picky art lovers. It is suitable for watercolor, coal, gouache, graphite and acrylic. Buyers say that it’s easy to paint small parts on it, but the “dry brush” works poorly. Dries the product evenly. For 1 sheet of 57 by 76 centimeters in size, you must pay about 490 rubles.

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Attention! This rating is subjective, is not advertising and does not serve as a guide to the purchase. Before buying, you should consult with a specialist.