I have been printmaking for just over 2 years and these are all of my favorite papers that I currently use! From handmade to more cost-effective options, these are the best of the best (IMO)
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Handmade Paper
Cost-Effective Paper
Fun Papers!
Handmade Paper
Takes on ink SO WELL - super satisfying to print on!
Thai Kozo Paper - 25" x 37", 35 gsm, Single Sheet
A fav handmade paper of mine! The colors are always so crisp
Lamali Lokta Papers
The perfect variety pack of quality paper - my only wish is that I could order more of just a few colors!
Shizen Pastel Papers - 8-1/2" x 11", Assorted, Pkg of 25
Soft, silky, wonderful paper! This is more like fabric (esq) paper - I love it!
Shizen Handmade Paper by the Pound - Assorted Neutral Silks, Approx 24 Sheets
Lovely light pink paper, goes perfectly with red ink
Wanderings Pink A4 Handmade Paper 150 GSM
My favorite paper maker! She has all sorts of colors and sizing
Handmade Paper 5x7 - Natural Mixed Media Fine Art Paper
Cost-Effective Paper
I love to paint my prints with watercolors, and this is my favorite paper to use!
Canson XL Watercolor Pad - 9" x 12", Euro Fold, 30 Sheets
This is quality, cost-effective, blue paper. I use this for my lower priced prints, since it is not handmade and costs me pennies per page.
Strathmore 400 Series Toned Blue Sketch Pad 5.5x8.5
I use this for all of my lower priced prints! It is quality tan paper, and super cost effective
Strathmore 400 Series Toned Tan Sketch Pad 9x12
Fun Papers!
What I use to make my earrings! This paper is so fun - you can also use any number 6 plastics (usually with takeout containers)
