Watercolor PapersYour artwork takes considerable time and talent to produce. Whether it's for your personal enjoyment or to sell to a collector, it makes sense to use the highest quality watercolor paper. Today's highest quality watercolor paper is made on cylinder mound machines, a very slow process which produces an extremely stable sheet, with minimal cockling with the application of a heavy wash, and also a sheet with a random grain pattern which is even on both sides. There are also some high quality watercolor papers made from high-quality alpha cellulose. Legion is proud to have a wide range of these papers available, representing the finest paper mills in the world.
Acquerello Italia (CP Surface)
Acquerello Portofino (HP Surface)
Arches Platine
Arches Watercolor
Bockingford
Bockingford Tints
Fabriano Artistico
Lana Easel Blocks
Lanaquarelle
Magnani Acrilico
Magnani L''Antica Cartiera
Magnani Pastello
Multimedia Aquarelle
Saunders Waterford
Yupo
Cartiere Magnani has been making fine art paper since 1404. In the 600+ years since, they have mastered the delicate balance between old world knowledge and craftsmanship and state of the art papermaking techniques. Their Acquerello watercolor papers ine of blocks and pads reflect this balance. This natural white, 100% cotton mouldmade paper is ideal for all wet techniques including watercolor, gouache, ink and acrylics. Absent of acids and chlorine, this paper resists yellowing, provides excellent durability and allows maximum yield of colors applied.
Acquerello Italia is the Cold Pressed surface, and is more than simply a watercolor paper. It?s unique textured also makes it an excellent choice for all drawing applications.
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Available Sizes, Weights and Formats
Color
Surface
Weight
Size
Quantity
Blocks
140lb/300gsm
20 shts/block
12x16
140lb/300gsm
20 shts/block
14x20
140lb/300gsm
20 shts/block
14x20
140lb/300gsm
20 shts/block
7x10
140lb/300gsm
20 shts/block
9x12
Full Sheets
140lb/300gsm
10 shts/pkg
22x30
275lb/550gsm
10 shts/pkg
22x30
Pads
140lb/300gsm
20 shts/pad
12x12
140lb/300gsm
20 shts/pad
12x12
140lb/300gsm
20 shts/pad
4.5x9
140lb/300gsm
20 shts/pad
6x15
140lb/300gsm
20 shts/pad
6x6
140lb/300gsm
20 shts/pad
8x20
140lb/300gsm
20 shts/pad
8x8
Cartiere Magnani has been making fine art paper since 1404. In the 600+ years since, they have mastered the delicate balance between old world knowledge and craftsmanship and state of the art papermaking techniques. Their Acquerello watercolor papers ine of blocks and pads reflect this balance. This natural white, 100% cotton mouldmade paper is ideal for all wet techniques including watercolor, gouache, ink and acrylics. Absent of acids and chlorine, this paper resists yellowing, provides excellent durability and allows maximum yield of colors applied.
Acquerello Portofino is the Hot Pressed surface. This silky smooth surface gives traditional wet techniques a new look.
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Available Sizes, Weights and Formats
Color
Surface
Weight
Size
Quantity
Blocks
140lb/300gsm
20 shts/block
12x16
140lb/300gsm
20 shts/block
14x20
140lb/300gsm
20 shts/block
14x20
140lb/300gsm
20 shts/block
9x12
140lb/300gsm
20 shts/block
7x10
Full Sheets
140lb/300gsm
10 shts/pkg
22x30
275lb/550gsm
10 shts/pkg
22x30
Pads
140lb/300gsm
20 shts/pad
12x12
140lb/300gsm
20 shts/pad
12x12
140lb/300gsm
20 shts/pad
4.5x9
140lb/300gsm
20 shts/pad
6x15
140lb/300gsm
20 shts/pad
6x6
140lb/300gsm
20 shts/pad
8x20
140lb/300gsm
20 shts/pad
8x8
For centuries, France's Arches mill has created some of the world's most popular artist papers, for many different uses. Each paper is mouldmade of 100% cotton and bears a watermark unique to the individual grade. Arches papers offer conservation quality, symbolized by the sign of infinity in the watermark of each (see watermarks below). High quality Arches papers offer both beauty and preservation to all those who depend upon paper to endure. These papers are well-suited to most printmaking and drawing techniques.
Now available is a new matching envelope range for Rives Lightweight (115 gsm) white & Rives Heavyweight (175 gsm) White. Please click here for more details about our new Textured Envelopes
Created in conjunction with fine art photographers and specially sized for platinum printing. It is a smooth, bright white sheet made with no brighteners. 100% cotton, mouldmade, deckle edged, neutral pH, alkaline free. Recommended for: Platinum Printing, Screen Printing, Lithography
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Available Sizes, Weights and Formats
Color
Surface
Weight
Size
Quantity
Sheets
White
310gsm
22x30
White
310gsm
30x44
Watercolor is a demanding technique for artist and paper, which must stand up to repeated wettings, as well as scratching and erasing without tearing or stretching out of shape. Arches papers, produced with resilient cotton fibers on the cylinder mould, ensure a strong performance. Manufactured in the same French mill since 1492, Arches watercolor papers are produced on a cylinder mould with pure artesian well water, cotton fibers and natural gelatin sizing to stand up to artists' most rigorous demands. Durable Arches paper is versatile, too, as well suited to acrylics, gouache, printmaking and digital printing as it is to watercolor. Offered in an exceptional choice of sizes, forms and surface textures to suit wide creative preferences, Arches adds another dimension of beauty to any artistic expression. For an assurance of lasting quality, look for the watermark with the sign of infinity - genuine Arches. Excellent for: Watercolor, Acrylic, Gouache, Pencil, Pen and Ink, Embossing, Engraving, Foil Stamping and Die Cutting. The world?s most popular watercolor paper is available in 20 sheet blocks. Mouldmade in France of 100% cotton; available in three different surfaces.
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Available Sizes, Weights and Formats
Color
Surface
Weight
Size
Quantity
Blocks and Pads
CP, HP, Rough
140lb
10x14
CP, HP, Rough
140lb
12x16
CP, HP, Rough
140lb
14x20
CP, HP, Rough
140lb
18x24
CP, HP, Rough
140lb
7x10
CP, HP, Rough
140lb
9x12
Rolls
CP, HP, Rough
140lb
44.5?x10yd
CP, HP, Rough
156lb
51?x10yd
Sheets
CP
398lb
46x34
CP, HP, Rough
140lb
22x30
CP, HP, Rough
260lb
25.75x40
CP, HP, Rough
300lb
22x30
CP, HP, Rough
90lb
22x30
CP, Rough
1114lb
40x60
CP, Rough
400lb
22x30
CP, Rough
555lb
29.5x41
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Bockingford offers artists the chance to use an excellent quality
artist paper at an affordable price. It is mould made using the purest
wood pulp to give artists an archival paper. It is used by both
professionals and amateur artists, who have commented on the excellent
paint removal properties of Bockingford.
A high quality watercolor paper made from the purest alpha wood pulp. It is acid-free and buffered with calcium carbonate to give additional protection against atmospheric pollution.Mouldmade, yielding superior surface strength Excellent Color Lifting, making it easy to bring back the colour of the paper Multimedia Applications, including pastel, gouche, acrylic, pencil, charcoal, pen & ink Archival: Bockingford will not discolour or fall apart over time
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Available Sizes, Weights and Formats
Color
Surface
Weight
Size
Quantity
Watercolor
White
CP
140lb, 300Gsm
30x22
White
CP
200lb, 425Gsm
30x22
White
CP
250lb, 535Gsm
30x22
White
CP
72lb, 150Gsm
30x22
White
CP
90lb, 200Gsm
30x22
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Bockingford offers artists the chance to use an excellent quality
artist paper at an affordable price. It is mould made using the purest
wood pulp to give artists an archival paper. It is used by both
professionals and amateur artists, who have commented on the excellent
paint removal properties of Bockingford.
The transparent nature of watercolor means the paper is a vital part of the finished picture as the paper shows though the painting. Tints are an ideal way of adding atmosphere to your paintings. Using a tint isn't a new idea as Turner created some of his finest watercolors on tinted paper in the 1800's. Available in 5 lightfast colors.
Mouldmade watermarked paper made from 100% cotton. Particularly recommended and designed for fine art techniques like watercolor, gouache, soft pastels, oil pastels and charcoal. Artistico is also suitable also for printmaking techniques such as lithography and silkscreen. Available in three distinct surfaces for varying painting approaches. Artistico is internally and externally sized, and extremely lightfast. Its neutral pH guarantees permanence and resistance to aging. The two long sides have deckle edges and the trademark "C.M. FABRIANO - 100% COTTON" runs parallel to them. Artistico takes color beautifully like no other sheet before and withstands lifting and scraping.
Now available is a new matching envelope range for Fabriano Artistico Extra White in all weights (140 lbs and 300 lbs) and surfaces (Cold Press, Hot Press, Soft Press and Rough). Please click here for more details about our new Textured Envelopes
A nice bright versatile white, the Artistico Extra White is available in two weights (140- and 300-lb) and four surfaces (hot, cold, soft, and rough). The new hot and soft presses mimic their previous Uno counterparts, but the new Artistico Extra White cold and rough presses offer more texture. The new cold press is comparable to the old Uno rough press, while an entirely new and enhanced rough surface has been created to finish off the Artistico Extra White line.
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Available Sizes, Weights and Formats
Color
Surface
Weight
Size
Quantity
Blocks
12x18
14x20
18x24
5x7
9x12
Sheets
Traditional White, Extra White
CP, HP, Rough
140lb
22x30
Traditional White, Extra White
CP, HP, Rough
300lb
22x30
Traditional White
CP, HP, Rough
90lb
22x30
Extra White
Soft Press
140lb
22x30
Extra White
Soft Press
300lb
22x30
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This clever innovation is a real easel-pad incorporated into the back of a traditional block. Light, practical and compact, it is easily transportable - a perfect blend of past and present.View the various angles of our Easel Pads For centuries, outdoor artists have been sketching the world in a similar fashion. They sometimes lug a heavy wooded easel-pad, but often stroll with a paper block to be more free. When they arrive at the moment to capture a scene, the discomfort to express their art and the permanent improvisation to find a support leave them wanting for something better. The easel-pads are available on two kinds of paper, both acid-free and natural white: - Lanaquarelle, 100% cotton - Aquarelle, 25% cotton
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Available Sizes, Weights and Formats
Color
Surface
Weight
Size
Quantity
Aquarelle Easel Block
White
CP
140lb
9.45x12.6
Lanaquarelle Easel Block
White
CP
140lb
9.45x12.6
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Whiter than most standard watercolor papers, Lanaquarelle also an extremely forgiving choice. Ideal for wet on wet work or dry brush techniques. Available in three surfaces.
Now available is a new matching envelope range for Lanaquarelle in all weights (90 lbs, 140 lbs, 300 lbs and 1114 lbs) and surfaces (Cold Press, Hot Press and Rough). Please click here for more details about our new Textured Envelopes
One of the world's premier watercolor papers, Lanaquarelle is mouldmade in France of 100% cotton.