Collection: Printmaking Papers

{"type":"root","children":[{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Why Choose Printmaking Paper?","bold":true}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Designed for Ink","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" – Absorbs\nprintmaking inks evenly without warping or bleeding"}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Dual Surface Texture","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" –\nSmooth side for fine details, textured side for bolder marks"}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Archival Quality","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" –\nAcid-free and 100% cotton options for longevity and stability"}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Ideal for Mixed Media","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" –\nUse with charcoal, pastels, pencils, or acrylic inks"}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Versatile Sizing","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" – Buy\nsingle sheets or packs of 25 for classroom or studio use"}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Recommended For:","bold":true}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Relief printing (linocut,\nwoodblock)"}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Etching, engraving, and intaglio\ntechniques"}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Screen printing and monoprinting"}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Drawing, inking, or soft pastel\noverlays"}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Mixed media layering and collage"}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)","bold":true}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"What paper is used for printmaking?","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":"\n\nPrintmaking papers are typically made from "},{"type":"text","value":"100% cotton or cotton/wood\ncellulose blends","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":", providing the strength and absorbency needed for inks.\nThey feature a smooth and a textured side for versatile print results."}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Do you need special paper for printmaking?","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":"\n\nYes. Standard paper can't handle the pressure or ink volume used in\nprintmaking. "},{"type":"text","value":"Printmaking paper is thicker, acid-free, and durable","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":",\nmaking it ideal for consistent, high-quality results."}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Is printmaking paper smooth or textured?","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":"\n\nMost printmaking papers have "},{"type":"text","value":"one smooth side","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" (for fine detail work) and "},{"type":"text","value":"one\ntextured side","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" (for more expressive prints). This dual surface gives artists\nflexibility depending on the technique used."}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Can I use printmaking paper for drawing or painting?","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":"\n\nAbsolutely. Many artists also use printmaking paper for "},{"type":"text","value":"charcoal, graphite,\nink washes, or light acrylics","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":", especially because of its absorbency and\nstrength."}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":" "}]}]}