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FEITAKE Cotton Watercolor Paper, more is on the way
Why choose 100% Cotton Watercolor Paper?
Comparing with wood pulp watercolor paper, our cotton paper has better water absorption and resistant, natural dyeing, can be applied multiple times, is not easy to leave water marks, and dries slowly;
In addition, cotton watercolor paper has good color penetration and can retain the good quality of colors.
Generally speaking, cotton watercolor paper is easier to get started with, which also can enhance confidence and interest in further learning and it is the best choice for beginners.
Why cold pressed watercolor paper?
The cold press paper has Medium grain surface, which is between fine and coarse grain.
Its surface is sturdy and not prone to fuzzing, making it suitable for various styles of painting, especially landscape painting.
In addition, medium coarse grain watercolor paper has better adhesion for the pigments due to the texture indentation on the paper surface.
Thus, the cold press watercolor paper is suitable for expressing most transparent watercolor techniques and the preferred paper for beginners.
Why 140lb watercolor paper is a better choice for beginners?
The 140lb (300gsm) watercolor paper can meet the application of most technologies, the color rendering and water absorption are in a relatively balanced state, making it suitable for daily use, practice, and also the first choice for many beginners
This thick paper is also good for other dry and wet media such as Gouache Ink Acrylic and More.
DTL
Reviewed in the United States on May 6, 2025
My daughter loves to paint and goes through paper fairly quickly. This watercolor paper is good quality and absorbs the paint well. I like that it's nice and thick - she's been able to paint on both sides of a few sheets without paint bleeding through, which has been really nice (both sides of the paper are textured). Great quality, I recommend this paper!
Ashley S
Reviewed in the United States on May 5, 2025
I thought this watercolor paper was very good - the colors really popped. It's nice thick paper and good quality. I like to have the kids paint on paper as opposed to canvas sometimes as it's so easy to frame or share art afterwards!My kids love to paint watercolors and they don't need anything very fancy - this paper does the job perfectly. It comes with 20 sheets. You can use other types of paint on it as well but it really does work well for watercolors specifically.
PopCat
Reviewed in the United States on May 17, 2025
This paper performed well. With respect to absorbency, it handled a wet on wet wash for the sky in a landscape painting without too much buckling and didn’t tear or pill. The masking fluid applied came off without any problem. The paper also didn’t tear at all when removing the painter’s tape used to tape the paper to a backing board.The paper is thick and heavy and has a good texture for watercolor. This is a fair value for mid- to upper-range watercolor paper.
CatFan
Reviewed in the United States on May 14, 2025
Looking forward to testing some watercolors on this lovely paper. It is really beefy and has a nice texture. I've used some pressed cotton paper postcards before and liked that experience using watercolor so I'm hoping this paper will work in a similar way. This paper will be great for larger art ideas. I imagine it would be nice for ink washes also. But will need to try that. Cost for this pad is pretty good. Comparable to getting it from a certain store using their member coupons.
Critical mass
Reviewed in the United States on April 30, 2025
This paper is real 140 lb weight ; the heft and handling is as good as more expensive paper. Some watercolor papers have a smooth reverse side and a textured front, this is textured on both sides with the repeating texture of the press making it seem almost like rough rather than cold press - it will be a pronounced feature in your finished work. Considering the price, and the fact that there are 20 sheets that dry flat after being soaked with paint, it's a bargain.
siouxque7
Reviewed in the United States on April 29, 2025
The cold press texture of this watercolor paper is great for painting. Its slightly rough, toothy surface absorbs paint beautifully, allowing for vibrant color payoff and smooth gradients. Wet-on-wet techniques work flawlessly, with the paper holding water well without excessive buckling. Dry brush techniques also shine, as the texture adds depth to strokes. I've used it with professional-grade paints (Winsor & Newton, Daniel Smith) and student-grade sets, and it performs consistently well with both. Made from 100% cotton, this 140 lb paper feels sturdy and premium. It withstands multiple layers of paint, light scrubbing, and lifting techniques without pilling or tearing. It also handles gouache and ink well, making it great for mixed media.
GreenArrow
Reviewed in the United States on April 22, 2025
I found this 9x12 watercolor pad (20 sheet count) perfect for my needs. I cut the sheets down to a postcard size of 4x6 inches and tape them down on all four sides to paint in a smaller format for my urban sketching outings. The quality of the paper is comparable to Baohong Academy 100% cotton paper. However, the price of the FEITAKE watercolor paper makes it a more economical choice than Canson XL watercolor paper, which is made from wood pulp. I highly recommend this option for watercolorists looking for a budget-friendly option that is still 100% cotton.
LKFun
Reviewed in the United States on April 18, 2025
The watercolor pad arrived with a bent corner and a few scratches to the first sheet of the pad. The paper has a very obvious texture that is consistent on the front and back. This is mould made paper and I am familiar with a similar paper from another outfit. I did not conduct a burn test to see if it actually is cotton paper or not.I put the paper through its paces by using watercolor, colored pencil and black ink as well as gold metallic ink to see how well it would stand up to a lot of moisture. Things I noticed:- Buckling was present but not impossible to deal with and the paper dried flat.- Salt texture was barely noticeable. I’m not sure why unless it has something to do with the sizing.- In some places there were bleeds for no apparent reason and in others, the color grabbed and could not be lifted. Again, sizing?- The texture of the paper was still noticeable even after repeated wet washes.I would not recommend this for beginners as I believe you need to start out with the best and then challenge yourself with other types of paper to explore your creative process. If that’s your aim, or you need a fairly inexpensive paper, this might work well for you.
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