The texture of the paper required for charcoal sketching
Highly intricate line work will be displayed on smooth surfaces like hot-pressed paper or Bristol board. These are not the best surfaces for charcoal sketching because the crumbly, powdered charcoal has nowhere to stick to a smooth, texture-free surface. Paper that is rough or has a lot of texture, like pastel boards, will absorb the […]
Best papers for calligraphy
The translucent nature of Bleedproof marker paper makes it perfect for working through preliminary ideas and drafts. It also accepts pen and ink pretty well. Because you can print your instructions directly on Premium Inkjet Paper, it is a practical and reasonably priced piece of paper to use for practice. Although it may somewhat bleed, […]