Arches watercolor paper has been one of my preferred surfaces to paint on. Both the sheets of paper and blocks provide a range of sizes and versatility to paint inside the studio or out in the elements. However, I am used to the thinner 140lb sheets.
This watercolor was done on the 300lb cold pressed, Arches paper. It feels like a luxury to paint on with the texture and ability to retain layers of paint. Also, it dries a bit slower than the 140lb paper which can be an advantage.
I forgot what a treat this paper is to work on. This experience is making me reconsider my approach to watercolor. Generally speaking, I prefer using the thicker paper for when painting on a full sheet as perhaps it does not buckle as readily.
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