Fabriano - Studio WC Watercolor Paper
Studio WC Watercolor Paper
Versatile watercolor paper handles wet and dry media without bleeding
Fabriano balances cotton content with cellulose fiber to create watercolor paper that handles wet media properly without the premium price point. Internal and external sizing controls absorbency, paint sits on the surface long enough to manipulate before soaking in, while the paper resists buckling through multiple washes. This sizing treatment extends versatility beyond watercolor to gouache, acrylic, ink, and markers, making it practical for mixed media exploration and technique studies.
The cotton-cellulose blend provides genuine texture and tooth rather than the slick, non-absorbent feel of purely wood-pulp student papers. Lignin-free construction and acid-free processing ensure stability, so work won't yellow or deteriorate over time. Fabriano produces this paper using elemental chlorine-free pulp from FSC-certified forests, meeting environmental standards without compromising performance.
Studio WC serves beginners learning watercolor fundamentals and experienced artists working through ideas before committing to archival paper. The price point makes it reasonable for daily practice, color studies, and experimental techniques where you need proper paper response without archival-grade investment.
PRODUCT INFORMATION
- Lignin-free cotton and cellulose blend
- Acid-free stability prevents yellowing over time
- Internally and externally sized for optimal absorbance
- Works with watercolor, tempera, gouache, acrylic, ink
- Economically priced for beginners and students
- 100% Elemental Chlorine Free pulp
- FSC certified from responsibly managed forests
