{"product_id":"arches-watercolor-block-140-lb-cold-pressed-18-x-24","title":"Arches Watercolor Block - 140 lb. Cold Press, 18\" x 24\"","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e#html-body [data-pb-style=BQQ5YIU]{justify-content:flex-start;display:flex;flex-direction:column;background-position:left top;background-size:cover;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-attachment:scroll;border-style:none;border-width:1px;border-radius:0;margin:0 0 10px;padding:10px}#html-body [data-pb-style=HVXMOBB]{border-style:none;border-width:1px;border-radius:0;margin:0;padding:0}\u003c\/style\u003e\u003cdiv data-content-type=\"row\" data-appearance=\"contained\" data-element=\"main\"\u003e\u003cdiv data-enable-parallax=\"0\" data-parallax-speed=\"0.5\" data-background-images=\"{}\" data-background-type=\"image\" data-video-loop=\"true\" data-video-play-only-visible=\"true\" data-video-lazy-load=\"true\" data-video-fallback-src=\"\" data-element=\"inner\" data-pb-style=\"BQQ5YIU\"\u003e\u003cdiv data-content-type=\"html\" data-appearance=\"default\" data-element=\"main\" data-pb-style=\"HVXMOBB\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArches Watercolor Blocks are full of 100% cotton paper of the highest quality that has been glued on all 4 sides. The convenience of painting on a block eliminates the need for stretching, so the paper is ready to use. Simply paint directly on the block and let the paper dry before removing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach Arches block contains durable acid-free, pH-neutral, and air-dried paper which has been sized to the core with natural gelatin sizing. If stored and handled properly, it will remain vibrant for centuries without conservation. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe beauty and quality of Arches watercolor papers make them suitable for watercolors, gouache, acrylics, drawing media, and ink. Blocks are not only for ideal for painting and plein air, but also work well for drawing as it provides a sturdy support surface to work on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManufactured in the same French mill since 1492, artists around the world have depended upon Arches for optimum quality papers, worthy of their finest work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlease Note - \u003c\/b\u003eRemove the protective black cover sheet to reveal the natural white paper within.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #d12c01;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCold Press -\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e The cold press finish has a light texture and is the most common watercolor paper finish. It reflects light well, retaining the transparent quality of watercolors. A light tooth makes it easier to achieve certain details. Not just for watercolors, Arches Cold Press is also recommended for gouache, acrylic, dry drawing media, and airbrush.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"arches","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42203937701942,"sku":"AB1824CP","price":123.3,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0577\/5772\/8822\/files\/ab1824cp_2.jpg?v=1712148345","url":"https:\/\/journeyartstuff.mom\/products\/arches-watercolor-block-140-lb-cold-pressed-18-x-24","provider":"Journey Art Stuff","version":"1.0","type":"link"}