Arches papers aren’t just for watercolors. Use them also for drawing, calligraphy, gouache, printmaking, acrylics, and even digital printing. Manufactured from pure cotton fiber, they are so durable that they will remain beautiful and vibrant for centuries without conservation, if stored and handled properly.

Many artists say they choose Arches because working on an inferior surface just isn’t worth the effort. And no other watercolor paper provides such a huge selection of sizes, surfaces, and formats for creative expression.

This paper is the original Arches, sometimes known as Natural White. The choice of leading watercolorists all over the world, Arches is the product of five centuries of papermaking experience. You can rely on Arches to always be consistent.

Arches watercolor papers are mouldmade in France, with 100% cotton fiber content. They are acid-free, pH-neutral, gelatin-sized, and air-dried.

Available in weights of 185gsm and 300gsm; sizes of A5, A4 and A3 and in Hot Press (smooth), Cold Press/Not Press (some texture) and Rough.

Rosaspina is a hidden jewel among printmaking papers! It performs as well as 100% rag papers and is excellent for all printmaking techniques.

Its 60% cotton content and lack of external sizing give it a sumptuously soft surface ideal for deep etching and aquatint. It makes for an equally luxurious, upscale drawing paper.

This paper is mould-made with two natural deckled edges.

Available in weights of 220gsm and 285gsm, and in sizes of 50x70cm and 70x100cm.

Stonehenge is a traditional fine art paper with a smooth, flawless surface that is slightly mottled to resemble actual vellum. Use it for watercolor, printmaking, pen-and-ink, pencil, or pastel.

Stonehenge is machine-made in the United States, from 100% cotton fibers. It’s acid-free. Each sheet has two deckle edges.

Available in White and Black.

Exceptionally strong and versatile, Fabriano Tiepolo Printmaking Paper withstands the wear and tear of rigorous techniques.

Featuring a traditional Italian soft white color, this 100% cotton, mouldmade,acid-free paper has four deckle edges and a beautiful watermark. Its particularly smooth surface excels when used for printmaking techniques, silkscreening, embossing, and even digital printing.

Fabriano Tiepolo Printmaking Paper is also great for drawing, for loose watercolor washes, and for use with other fine art media.

Available in 56x76cm and 70x100cm.