{"product_id":"fabriano-watercolour-pads-50-sheets","title":"Fabriano Watercolour Hot Press Pads - 50 Sheets","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFabriano WatercolourHot Press Pads - 50 Sheets\u003c\/strong\u003e are made for artists who want a smooth, velvety surface for detailed wet and dry media work. Made with 25% cotton fibre and lignin-free cellulose pulp, this 9\" x 12\" pad gives watercolour, gouache, acrylic, ink, drawing, and mixed media artists a clean 140 lb \/ 300 gsm surface for controlled detail and versatile studio practice.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9\" x 12\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePaper weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 140 lb \/ 300 gsm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSheet count:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50 sheets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSurface:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hot press with a velvety matt finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25% cotton fibre and lignin-free cellulose pulp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArchival quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Acid free\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePad format:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 side glued pad\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Watercolour, gouache, acrylic, ink, drawing, and mixed media\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCertification:\u003c\/strong\u003e FSC certified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduction note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Produced using hydropower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e[+] The Creative Details: Performance \u0026amp; Feel (Click to Expand)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFabriano Watercolour Pads - 50 Sheets are made for artists who want a hot press watercolour paper that can handle both wet and dry fine art techniques. The smooth, velvety matt finish allows for a high level of detail, making it especially useful for controlled brushwork, ink lines, pencil-like detail, and layered mixed media studies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 140 lb \/ 300 gsm weight gives the paper enough body for watercolour, gouache, acrylic, ink, and mixed media work. Its 25% cotton fibre content adds a more responsive feel than basic cellulose-only paper, while the lignin-free cellulose pulp supports clean, reliable studio use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHot press paper is smoother than cold press paper, so it is a good choice when you want crisp edges, fine marks, detailed illustration, or a less textured surface. Artists who prefer heavy granulation effects or strong surface texture may prefer a cold press or rough watercolour paper instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pad is well suited to students, hobby artists, illustrators, and studio artists who want a versatile sheet for watercolour, gouache, acrylic, ink, drawing, and mixed media. The 50-sheet format also makes it useful for practice, class work, testing ideas, and building a consistent body of studies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe paper is acid free, ecological, FSC® certified, and produced using hydropower, which significantly reduces emissions of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere. This makes it a practical choice for artists who want dependable studio watercolour paper with a more considered production profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wallacks.com\/collections\/watercolour-paper-surfaces\"\u003eSee our full range of watercolour paper\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wallacks.com\/collections\/watercolour-paint\"\u003eExplore compatible brushes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wallacks.com\/collections\/waterclour-paint\"\u003eShop watercolour paints\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e[+] Studio Guide: How to Use \u0026amp; Store (Click to Expand)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse this hot press watercolour pad for detailed watercolour painting, gouache studies, acrylic sketches, ink illustration, drawing, and mixed media techniques. The smooth surface is especially helpful when you want clean lines, small details, and controlled mark-making.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor watercolour and gouache, let each layer dry fully before adding fine detail over top. The smooth hot press surface can show brush direction and edges clearly, so it rewards patient layering and careful control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor ink, drawing, and mixed media, test your tools on a spare corner or back sheet first. Different pens, inks, acrylics, and dry media may behave differently depending on pressure, water load, and layering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pad is glued on one side, so sheets can stay together while you work and be removed when ready. Store the pad flat and dry to help protect the paper surface and prevent unwanted bending or humidity-related changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo safety or toxicity warnings were provided for this paper pad. When using acrylic, ink, or other painting materials, follow the safety and storage guidance provided by the manufacturers of those materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e[+] Artist FAQs: Your Questions Answered (Click to Expand)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the Fabriano Watercolour Pad hot press or cold press?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pad is hot press. It has a smooth, velvety matt finish for detailed wet and dry media work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is hot press paper best for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHot press paper is best when you want a smoother surface and a high level of detail. It works well for fine brushwork, ink, drawing, gouache, and controlled watercolour techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use this paper for watercolour?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The provided product information lists watercolour as one of the ideal uses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use gouache, acrylic, or ink on this pad?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. This paper is listed as ideal for gouache, acrylic, ink, drawing, and mixed media.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this paper made with cotton?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It is made from 25% cotton fibre and lignin-free cellulose pulp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this paper acid free?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The paper is acid free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this a good paper for beginners or classes?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The 50-sheet format and versatile surface make it useful for practice, classroom work, and developing mixed media techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs “watercolor paper” the same as “watercolour paper”?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. “Watercolor” is the US spelling, while “watercolour” is the Canadian spelling used by Wallack’s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Heinz Jordan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43342233862211,"sku":"FA-16W3050HP","price":48.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/0730\/files\/6_9f029c1c-1938-4798-991e-44f48e5dbece.jpg?v=1782760111","url":"https:\/\/wallacks.com\/products\/fabriano-watercolour-pads-50-sheets","provider":"Wallack's Art Supplies \u0026 Framing","version":"1.0","type":"link"}