Cold Press papers are universally preferred by all artists. It is the most versatile and popular texture and its semi-rough surface is suitable for both detailed and smooth washes. Cold Press papers are available in 300 GSM as ready cut sheet in 11 x 15 inches. Deckle-Edge uncut papers are available only in Cold Press surfaces in 300 GSM. Notable features of Cold Press paper are: Some pigments penetrate deeper in to the fiber. A Painting on this type of paper ends up with a nice velvety look. Wash and wet in wet application can be activated in Cold Press. It has an excellent surface for combining pastels with watercolour especially pen, pastels and mixed-media. Maestriaa Classic Rough Paper A Rough paper has features of pronounced tooth that is good for washes because it exudes luminosity. Notable features of Rough paper are : Pigment seeps even deeper into the fibers of Rough paper. Wet in wet applications work well on rough surfaces. Glazing works better because the rough surface of paper grips the first layer quite well. Rough surface is conducive to dry brushing, which is great for creating the illusion of foliage. We hope the above information on paper texture has been helpful and enable an artist to pick the right Maestriaa Classic paper. Happy painting!
