Canson XL Series Watercolor Textured Paper Pad for Paint, Pencil, Ink, Charcoal, Pastel, and Acrylic, Fold Over, 140 Pound, 9x12 Inch, , 30 Sheets

I started using the mixed media and it is ok, but not that great for watercolor. This paper however works fantastic! I’ve watched enough YouTube video of artists who love and recommend Canson papers and I’m glad I listened to them. I officially have joined their ranks. Thank you for a great product Canson!

Not the best, but good enough. If you use a lot of water on each layer, this will easily start to peel. Take your time and add small amounts of water for each layer and you wont have any problems. I really love the texture of this paper. Its textured enough, but not so much that it stands out.

This is really the best value out there for this paper. Less expensive than at Michaels or Hobby Lobby. I’m a beginner and find it very easy to use, with watercolors or blending markers.

This is a decent practice paper. I use it a lot. Its nice to make small books for abstract art.

Super high quality. Nice and thick. Holds up to kids watercolors. Worth every penny. Wouldn’t bother with other brands. Highly recommended.

The paper is great, but the pages fall out rather easily.

Im a professional watercolor artist and have used all the best paper out there. Arches, Hahnemuhle, Baohong...all have their quirks. This paper is no different. Its not cotton but it works. This little line and wash I did behaved quite well. Im enjoying the paper. It just might be good enough to handle a commission or 2. I ordered the 2 pack but only received one. I hope the seller makes it right. The paper gets 5 stars, the seller...not.

I love this paper! Great price and works very nice with watercolors. Really good paper to practice techniques and inexpensive enough that you don’t have to hoard it or feel bad if you waste a piece on a failed painting.

theres no mistaking the fact that its student-grade, obviously. watercolors tend to dry with harder edges than on 100% cotton. less staying ability. also warping, but not so egregious as to hinder work. im still relatively new to watercolor, so i couldnt compare this to other student-grade products of a similar price range, but it *seems* to be a very decent price. get this for laying down first drafts.

I buy these larger pads of watercolor paper to make my own nature journals using thrifted books. The paper works great for this purpose! It’s fairly thick which is great for layering watercolors, but also smooth enough for detailed pen work. Overall it’s great for beginners or for anyone wanting an affordable option to paint!