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We are specialists in art paper and endeavour to offer you the best possible choice whatever your preferred medium. Our range includes fine papers for watercolours, printmaking, pastels, drawing, oils and acrylics together with sketchbooks, pads, blocks and an impressive collection of specialist and handmade papers to inspire your creativity. Find out about the different kinds of art paper and how to choose which paper to use in our handy guide here.

Art paper is acid free as this minimises deterioration including yellowing and fading and maintains the structural integrity of the paper. Cotton papers are highly valued as they contain the strongest fibres which allow for erasing, scrubbing and scratching and cotton papers are earth friendly as they are often fashioned from recycled materials. Other papers are a mix of cotton and diverse fibres, lignin free and the best paper for your projects will depend on your media and style. We are always on hand to help you make your choice if you need further guidance.

Please note that many of our art papers are large sheets which present a challenge to pack and deliver. In consequence there is a minimum order level for these sheets but you can mix and match papers of a similar size to achieve that minimum number. The product listings contain guidance as to minimum order levels and exclusions. View our large range of sheet paper here.

Handmade Paper

We are particularly proud of our magnificent Khadi handmade paper collection. Handmade papers are rough and irregular, qualities which bring character and texture to your pieces and they are particularly suited to bold brush work and vibrant colours. Khadi papers are fashioned from cotton rag, Himalayan washi and natural lokti bark guaranteeing premium quality in a diverse range for a variety of applications.

Pastel Papers

The texture of pastel papers allows them to hold colour effectively allowing the artist to work without fixatives. Coloured pastel papers are lightfast and so will not fade. Both the paper and the paint remain as vibrant as when new or first applied. Our pastel papers from Art spectrum, Canson Mi Teintes, Pastelmat and Hahnmuhle offer the fabulous colours and textures you need to bring your dry media to life.

Specialist Papers

Our specialist papers offer exciting and new possibilities that are well worth exploring for student and professional artists as well as enthusiastic crafters. Our Japanese papers offer beautiful, innovative patterns and textures for painting, collage work and covering books. Clairefontaine Linen textured paper is a fabulous choice for work in oils and new to the range is the Arches Oil paper which is lightweight, easy to store, simple to frame and offers a surface which is ready to paint on without priming. Our collection also features Glassine paper and tissue for protecting your work and bags for paper storage.

Please do explore our unrivalled and exciting art paper collection where we are sure you will find the papers to inspire and challenge you. If you have any questions about our papers or how to mix and match your order then we are ready and waiting to help you make your selections.

A4 BRIGHT Assorted Colours 10 Sheet Pack 210gsm A4 BRIGHT Assorted Colours 10 Sheet Pack 210gsm new in
£2.50
6 in stock
Bright Card Pack of Assorted Colours 210gsm 10 Sheets Perfect for all sorts of arty activities
A4 PASTEL Assorted Colours 10 Sheet Pack 210gsm A4 PASTEL Assorted Colours 10 Sheet Pack 210gsm new in
£2.50
8 in stock
Pastel Card Pack of Assorted Colours 210gsm 10 Sheets Perfect for all sorts of arty activities
Goldline Watercolour Studio Pad 100 Sheets 200gsm NOT 24x32cm Goldline Watercolour Studio Pad 100 Sheets 200gsm NOT 24x32cm offer
£26.00
£22.75
5 in stock
Goldline Studio Watercolour Pad - 100 SHEETS!!! 200gsm (90lbs) Cold Pressed (Not) Surface Internal and external sizing Made from a combination of cotton and lignin free cellulose 24cm x 32cm (9.5" x 12.5") Recommended for watercolour, gouache, acrylic paints, inks, charcoal and pencil.
Kozuke Ivory Paper Pack x 10 (8.5 Kozuke Ivory Paper Pack x 10 (8.5"x11")
£10.50
Out of stock
Japanese Paper Kosuke Paper Ivory Pack of 10 sheets 8.5" x 11" (Sized Papers) 44gsm 10 pieces of authentic Japanese papers made from renewable plant fibres. Perfect for small works on paper this Kozuke White (Shoji Paper) is a versatile, good quality kozo paper sheet great for a variety of uses including painting, drawing, and printmaking. Also recommended as a shoji paper (In modern Japan, shoji…
Love Our Paper Mixed Assortment Paper Pack 10 Sheets 8.5 Love Our Paper Mixed Assortment Paper Pack 10 Sheets 8.5" x 11"
£11.50
£10.50
6 in stock
Love our Paper Mixed Assortment Papers - 10 Pieces 8.5" x 11" 50g weight Contains 10 pieces of 8.5" x 11" assorted papers. May include Tatami, Dai Chiri, Kozuke, and Gampi Smooth. Quality papers, machine made using methods based on a 1400-year-old hand-papermaking tradition of respect and understanding of materials. A variety of colours and textures suitable for printmaking, drawing, collage, digi…
Seawhite Travel Journal A5 - Alternate Lined and Plain Seawhite Travel Journal A5 - Alternate Lined and Plain
£10.20
Out of stock
Travel Journal 5A Alternate lined and plain sheets 130gsm weight Similar to much more expensive sketch books on the high street, the Travel Journal is an elegant and practical little sketchbook for those on the move. A5 Size Contains 128 pages (64 leaves) 130gsm cartridge paper Faux Leather cover Expandable inner pocket for storage Place marker ribbon Elastic outer band to keep contents secure
Arches Paper Oil Painting Pad 12 Arches Paper Oil Painting Pad 12" x 16" (31x41cm)
£39.04
£32.80
2 in stock
NEW Arches Oil Paper Pad - Ready to use, specially designed for oil painting and multi-media 12 Sheets  NOT surface  300gsm 140lbs 12" x 16" (31cm x 41cm) 100% Cotton sized and prepared to use with oil paints Mould made, natural white Neutral pH, acid free Archival With this new 100% cotton paper it is now possible to oil paint direct onto a traditional cold pressed surface that artists love. The…
Arches Watercolour Block 15x30cm 6 Arches Watercolour Block 15x30cm 6"x12" Not 300gsm
£36.20
£31.70
2 in stock
ARCHES Watercolour Paper Block NOT (Cold Pressed)  6" x 12" (15cm x 30cm) 20 Sheets Arches Watercolour Blocks of watercolour paper are long established quality products with a classic design revered by serious artists. Arches Watercolour Paper designed for watercolour artists, consistent, high quality and made of 100 per cent cotton will last. There are a few very well known watercolor paper manuf…
Hahnemuhle Sumi-e Paper Pad 80gsm 24x32cm Hahnemuhle Sumi-e Paper Pad 80gsm 24x32cm
£16.20
£14.15
4 in stock
Sumi-e Paper Pad for Japanese Ink 24 x 32cm For the first time Hahnemühle has developed a special paper for the Japanese Sumi-e painting technique that is capable of meeting the strenuous requirements of the Sumi-e technique. It is extremely thin but nevertheless absorbent and allows the water to flow further than the ink. This permits sharp outlines but also delicate drawings. The pen strokes are…
Saunders Waterford Fat Pad 425gsm/200lbs Not 28x38cms Saunders Waterford Fat Pad 425gsm/200lbs Not 28x38cms
£84.74
£55.20
2 in stock
Saunders Waterford Fat Pad Heavy Weight 425gsm 200lbs NOT 20 Sheets 28 x 38cmscms A quality Ring Bound Watercolour Sketch Pad with 20 sheets of Saunders Waterford Watercolour Paper. The 425gsm/200lbs paper weight allows watercolour painting without the need of stretching paper. Saunders Watercolour paper has a creamy colour. This pad has a Not surface, medium texture and can be recommended for wat…
Seawhite A5 Concertina Art Sketchbook Seawhite A5 Concertina Art Sketchbook
£11.50
Out of stock
A5 Concertina Sketchbook A5 Concertina Sketchbook is a fantastic concept for display. This versatile hardback book has no fewer than 70 possible working surfaces. Each page is 2 sheets joined together to give extra stability. A unique and much talked about product. 70 pages. 140gsm paper. Comes in a hard carrying case.
Art Creation Hardback Sketchbooks 140gsm 80 Sheets Art Creation Hardback Sketchbooks 140gsm 80 Sheets offer
£4.35 - £6.55
7 in stock
Talens Art Creation Sketchbooks with 80 sheets of quality 140gsm paper, soft imitation leather black cover.  Perfect stocking filler gifts for artists! Black Leather Imitation with beautiful soft textured feel, an elastic band to keep your sketchbook closed and your artwork safe.  A silky black ribbon to keep you on the right page for your next sketch. 80 Sheets: 140gsm/90lbs: Acid Free Ivory pape…
Hahnemuhle Assorted Colour Velour Pad 30x40cm Hahnemuhle Assorted Colour Velour Pad 30x40cm new in
£35.30
£33.50
1 in stock
Hahnemuhle Velour Pastel Paper Pad 30x40cm (12" x 16" approx) x 10 Sheets A unique surface for pastel work, the velvet soft surface holds onto colour for clear, defined marks. Format : Pad Pastel Velour is 260 gsm paper with a unique velvet textured surface which is ideal for pastels, chalks and charcoal. The surface holds onto colour and marks, making it excellent for detailed works and added tex…
Daler Rowney Aquafine Watercolour Postcards A6 300gsm CP Daler Rowney Aquafine Watercolour Postcards A6 300gsm CP
£6.75
£5.90
Out of stock
Daler Rowney Aquafine Watercolour Postcards A6 300gsm/140lbs Cold Pressed (NOT) Daler-Rowney Aquafine Watercolour Paper is made of 100% virgin wood pulp. This paper is acid-free and calcium carbonate buffered to prevent the deterioration of colour over time. Aquafine Watercolour Paper is ideal for students. 100% virgin wood pulp and acid-free paper. Made on Fourdrinier machine paper. Good erasabil…
Fabriano Accademia A3 Artist Pack 100 120gsm Fabriano Accademia A3 Artist Pack 100 120gsm
£15.96
£13.97
3 in stock
Fabriano Accademia A3 Loose Sheets Artist Pack 100 Sheets 120gsm - 90lbs Fabriano Accademia has a softer feel than Fabriano 4 paper.  Recommended for drawing materials and inks. Woodfree Surface Sized Acid Free Trimmed 4 Edges 120gsm A 3Pack 100 Loose Sheets
Fabriano Accademia A4 Artist Pack 200 120gsm Fabriano Accademia A4 Artist Pack 200 120gsm
£15.96
£13.97
2 in stock
Fabriano Accademia A4 Loose Sheets Artist Pack 200 Sheets x 120gsm Fabriano Accademia has a softer feel than Fabriano 4 paper.  Recommended for drawing materials and inks. Woodfree Surface Sized Acid Free Trimmed 4 Edges 120gsm A4 Pack 200 Loose Sheets

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