Anonymous asked: What paper do u use for your water colour work?? I can't find much not expensive paper that doesn't buckle

Hey cutie! I started off and still use Canson’s paper range, which are relatively inexpensive and I work well with. I’ve tried other’s since but have not been satisfied. They sell them in affordable little tear away pads, I’ve always used the Canson Montval Maxi Watercolour Paper Blocks because they offer 100 sheets of A4, medium, 200gsm watercolour paper for around $35.00 (at my local store) which is around 35c per sheet which is great for beginners, artists on a budget and/or artists like me who like pumping out work.

As well as that I use their 12 sheet A3 and A5 pads. If your local art store doesn’t stock Canson, they may stock Arches (an extension of the Canson company) - another great and affordable paper range, I’m currently using one of their Medium, 300gsm A5 pads.

I’m also exploring larger/heavier duty Arches watercolour paper because of the amount of water I use in my work. It’s the perfect consistency for me, as well as absorbing and bleeding perfectly for my work - however, it’s a little more expsensive, so may not be right for you.

You need to buy and try a few different types (even within the same brand) to see what paper works for you in terms of weight and texture. As well as that be sure to let layers dry so the paper can shrink back down and un-crinkle itself, the end result will be better! As I said before I use a heavy amount of liquid in my work so most papers will stretch and expand to some extent with water. Technique can change the behaviour of the paper. Good luck and I hope this helped! x