Yasutomo - Usugami Sumi-E Paper

Usugami Sumi-E Paper

Translucent tissue stays strong when wet for ink and collage

Fourteen-gram tissue paper shouldn't be this strong, but traditional Japanese sizing techniques change everything. Yasutomo's Usugami maintains structural integrity when saturated with ink or watercolor, allowing you to work wet techniques without the immediate disintegration typical of Western tissue papers. The translucent surface accepts fine detail work, brush strokes hold their edge, and monoprints transfer cleanly without bleeding.

This versatility extends beyond traditional sumi-e. Mount sheets to backing paper for laser printing, creating translucent layers for mixed media or collaged elements with text. The paper tears with clean, controlled edges along natural fibers, perfect for incorporating organic shapes into compositions. Watercolorists layer Usugami over paintings to create veiled effects or build dimensional collage elements. The sizing provides just enough resistance for controlled brush work while maintaining the delicate translucency that makes tissue paper valuable.

Each pack contains thirty 8½" × 11" sheets, enough for substantial projects or extended experimentation. Whether you're working traditional Japanese ink techniques, building layered collages, or exploring hybrid processes between Eastern and Western materials, this tissue paper performs like something considerably heavier without sacrificing its essential translucent quality.

Paper and Boards

Paper and Boards Purchase Guide

Paper and Board Types

Rough Paper Surfaces - Textured papers with pronounced tooth for creating interesting effects with dry media like charcoal and pastels.

Art and Illustration Paper - High-quality papers designed for specific mediums including watercolor paper, drawing paper, and mixed media paper.

Art Panels - Rigid painting surfaces including canvas panels, illustration boards, and specialty panels for various artistic applications.

Framing and Display Paper - Mat board, mounting board, and presentation papers for professional framing and display work.

Hobby and Decorative Paper - Decorative papers, cardstock, and specialty papers for crafts, scrapbooking, and decorative projects.

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