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The success of a watercolour painting depends largely on the quality of the materials used, starting with the paper. Professional quality paper, such as that offered by the Italian mills Fabriano and Magnani, offers optimum absorption, good resistance to water and multiple washes, as well as beautiful textures (cold pressed - hot pressed - rough) that enhance the transparency characteristic of watercolour. The best papers are made from cotton, which guarantees durability, stability and colour brilliance. Cellulose-based watercolour paper is also available, for beginners and quick studies.

Essentials to successful watercolour painting

Quality Paper

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Traditional White / Extra White

sheet 300g/m² and 640g/m² - 56x76cm and 76x112cm hot pressed - cold pressed - rough FA190* - FA191* - FA192* - FA97*

Extra White et Traditional White 1.4x10m - 300g/m² hot pressed - cold pressed - rough FA190* - FA191* - FA192* - FA99*

Extra White glued on 4 sides 15 / 20 / 25 sheets 300g/m² 12.5 x 18cm / 18 x 26cm / 23 x 30.5cm / 26 x 36 cm / 30.5 x 45.5cm / 35.5 x 51cm hot pressed - cold pressed FA193*

Traditional White glued on 4 sides - 15 / 20 / 25 sheets 300g/m² - 12.5 x 18cm / 23 x 30.5cm / 30.5 x 45.5cm / 35.5 x 51cm hot pressed - cold pressed - rough FA190*

Fabriano Artistico Acquarello is a mould made watercolour paper. It is made from 100% cotton fibres and is chlorine- and acid-free. It thereby is guaranteeing long conservation and excellent long-term resistance. The paper is glued both in the mass and on the surface, ensuring ideal absorption and preserving a good finish even after scratching. Available in Extra White and Traditional White and obtained without optical whitening. Two edges are untrimmed. The paper is watermarked ‘FABRIANO + ARTISTICO’ across the width. The direction of the fibre is parallel to the width. The excellent quality and versatility of this paper will satisfy the requirements of the most discerning artists.

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Artistico Acquarello Extra White - watercolour paper 100% cotton

Handmade paper. Four untrimmed edges, 100% cotton, neutral pH : these are just some of the features that make it extremely durable over the long term. The watermark runs parallel to the length of the sheets and reproduces the inscription ‘C.M. FABRIANO (ITALY)’ in the bottom left-hand corner.

Fabriano Esportazione - watercolour paper - sheet 100% cotton - 56x76cm - 4 deckled edges FAB70*

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Blocco per artisti

watercolour pad - 20 sheets 300g/m² - glued hot pressed FA040* - FA041*

The artist's pad has always embodied the Fabriano brand's signature blend of tradition and quality. Unique in its refined cover, it is now a must-have in this sector. The paper is mould made, 50% cotton, acid-free for long-lasting conservation. Sized both in the mass and on the surface, this paper is ideal for all wet techniques. The blocks are glued on four sides to hold the paper in place when wet.

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watercolour pad - 20 sheets 50% cotton - 300g/m² - glued on 4 sides - cold pressed - 23x31cm / 26x36cm / 31x41cm / 36x50cm FA191002*

sheet 50x70cm / 70x100cm 160g/m² / 210g/m² / 300g/m² / 350g/m² hot pressed - cold pressed -rough FA30*

Fabriano 5 paper is based on a high- quality blend of 50% cotton and carefully selected cellulose fibres. It is acid-free and therefore extremely resistant over the long term. The salient features that distinguish this paper: 4 fringed edges, a new surface sizing formulation that facilitates colour lifting, a surface that is more resistant to repeated brushstrokes, a Vegan Friendly product.

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5 - watercolour paper

1264

25% cotton watercolour paper pad. 1264 cold pressed watercolour paper offers an exceptionally high quality surface: absorbent, but not too absorbent, and resistant to scratching. It produces vibrant colours, clean lines and is easy to correct. It's the ideal paper for beginners and experienced artists alike.

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Fabriano 1264 - spiral-bound watercolour paper pad - sheets 300g/m² - cold pressed (A3 - A4 - A5) FA191006*

Studio Watercolour

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Fabriano Watercolour Studio watercolour paper is made using a quality blend of 25% cotton and lignin-free cellulose. The ECF (chlorine-free) cellulose comes from FSC (©1996 Forest Stewardship Council A.C.) certified forests, managed according to rigorous environmental, social and economic standards. It is acid-free and therefore extremely resistant over the long term. The mass and surface gluing ensures optimal absorption. The quality/price ratio of this paper guarantees an exceptional offer for art students.

watercolour paper - sheet- 200g/m² ou 300g/m² - 56x76cm / 50x70cm / - hot pressed and rough FA19056* - FA62000* - FA63000* - FA270076*

watercolour pad - 20 sheets - glued on 4 sides 200g/m² / 300g/m² cold pressed - rough 18x24cm / 20x20cm /24x32cm / 30x30cm / 30x40cm/ 36x48cm / 20 x 40cm / 23x30.5cm / 30.5x45.5cm FA726*

spiral-bound watercolour pad - 12 sheets 300g/m² - cold pressed 21x29.7cm / 13.5x21cm / 24x32cm / 32x41cm FA1766*

Fabriano Maxi Blocco Watercolour Studio - watercolour pad - 75 sheets 300g/m² - 27x35cm - glued on 1 side - cold pressed FAB7532735

Watercolour Studio

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This thick pad of 75 Studio Watercolour sheets guarantees the best possible price per sheet.

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wire-bound book

wire-bound book - 25 sheets - hot pressed - 21x29.7cm (A4) - FA12100297 14.8x12cm (A5) - FA11480021

Acid-free paper, FSC® certified, 25% cotton. Glued in the mass and on the surface for optimum painting results. Black, spiral-bound, washable hard cover. The rectangular cut-out on the cover lets you personalise the book as it reveals part of the illustration on the first sheet of the book.

Magnani Italia - watercolour pad - 20 sheets 300g/m² - cold pressed MGI415* - MGI420* - MGI430* - MGI412* - MGI418* - MGI423* - MGI426 * - MGI431* - MGI436*

12x23cm

15x15cm

20x20cm

30x30cm

Magnani Italia - watercolour sheet 56x76cm - cold pressed - 300g/m² MGI456763*

Magnani Italia - watercolour sheet 56x76cm - cold pressed - 640g/m² MGI4567661

23x31cm

26x36cm

31x41cm

36x51cm

18x26cm

16cm Ø

32cm Ø

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Cold Pressed Watercolour Paper

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This paper is produced on a round mould using exclusive Magnani 1404 marking pens. Its acid- and chlorine-free 100% cotton composition makes it resistant to yellowing from UV rays, guaranteeing durability over time and maximum yield from the colour applied. Acquerello Italia paper has a fine grain and is particularly suitable for all wet techniques such as watercolour, gouache, ink and acrylics.

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Portofino is a high-quality satin-finish paper produced in the traditional way on a round mould machine: the resulting surface is ideal for watercolour techniques.

Magnani Portofino - watercolour pad - 20 sheets 100% cotton - 300g/m² - hot pressed MGI420* - MGI423* - MGI415* - MGI418* - MGI436* - MGI431*- MGI430*

15x15cm

23x31cm

32cm Ø

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PORTOFINO

Hot Pressed Watercolour Paper

12x23cm

20x20cm

30x30cm

26x36cm

31x41cm

36x51cm

18x26cm

16cm Ø

Magnani Portofino - watercolour sheets 56x76cm - hot pressed - 300g/m² MGI4567633 - MGI4567632

Magnani Portofino - watercolour sheet 56x76cm - hot pressed - 640g/m² MGI4567662

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Magnani Toscana - watercolour pad - 20 sheets - 300g/m² - rough MGI415* - MGI420* - MGI412* - MGI415* - MGI430*

TOSCANA

Rough Watercolour Paper

12x23cm

15x15cm

20x20cm

30x30cm

23x31cm

26x36cm

31x41cm

36x51cm

18x26cm

16cm Ø

32cm Ø

Magnani Toscana - watercolour sheet 56x76cm - rough - 300g/m² MGI456*

Magnani Toscana - watercolour sheet 56x76cm - rough- 640g/m² MGI4567663

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Watercolour brushes

For years, numerous attempts have been made to imitate the special quality of Siberian Kolinsky red sable hair with synthetic fibres. A difficult task because of the unique structure of this precious natural material, which has become very rare and expensive. With COLINEO, Da Vinci has now succeeded in creating a fibre composition that is very close to the natural pattern. A carefully balanced blend of different lengths of straight and wavy synthetic fibres, with extra fine, precise tips, extraordinary body and extremely high absorbency.

Synthetic Kolinsky fibres

straight and wavy fibres a mix of different lengths for a lively brush stroke

Da Vinci Colineo - synthetic kolinsky fibres brush series 5822 - flat - short handle - DAV5822** brush series 5527 - cut liner - short handle - DAV5527** brush series 422 - fan - short handle -DAV422** brush series 1222 - rigger - short handle - DAV1222** brush series 412 long pointed mop - short handle - DAV412** brush series 442 mop - short handle - DAV442**

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Colineo - Kolinsky Red Sable imitation

Watercolour Brushes

Casaneo brushes are made from highly flexible synthetic fibres with extraordinary nervousness and extremely high capillary retention. Their absorbency is excellent, allowing perfect colour dosage.

- round DAV1593*** - DAV5598** - DAV0988** - long liner DAV1290** - DAV1298** - DAV7060* - DAV0989** - pointed mop DAV1598*** - DAV490** - DAV498** - reservoir liner DAV5599** - spalter DAV5098**

Synthetic squirrel imitation fibre

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Casaneo series 1593TP n° 8

Casaneo - brushes series 498

Casaneo - brushes series 1598

On the right, Casaneo's fine, ‘wavy’ synthetic fibres guarantee excellent paint retention. On the left, straight synthetic fibres, which are much less absorbent.

absorbency, suppleness and nervousness

Watercolour brushes

Brushes play a central role in the success of your watercolour projects. Quality brushes, such as those from Da Vinci, Escoda and Peacock, allow precise control of water and pigments. Their ability to hold water, their elasticity and the precision of their tips are key criteria for a fluid and expressive application. Whether in natural or top-of-the-range synthetic bristles, these brushes ensure comfort and performance, even after many uses.

Último & Último EVOLUTION

Watercolour brushes

The synthetic Tendo fibre used in the Ultimo series gives these brushes extraordinary softness and a very high absorbency, equal to that of natural squirrel brushes. The Ultimo series is a benchmark for artists who have chosen to replace natural bristles with synthetic fibres.

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Ultimo Evolution - mouilleur série 1933

short handle filbert wash - ESC1523 flat- ESC1524 oval mop - ESC1528 dragger stripper : ESC1534

mop: ESC1530 round - ESC1526 rigger round- ESC1533 spalter - ESC2330

Synthetic squirrel imitation fibre

Waterbrush Spalter - Haké Brush

These natural goat hair spalters have a natural wooden handle. Ideal for fluid techniques such as watercolour, wash and ink work.

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Natural Sea Sponge

An essential tool for watercolourists, sponges are used to moisten paper, remove excess water or paint on brushes and create effects in fresh paint. Natural sponges from the mediterranean are traditionally used by artists in water-based painting techniques.