Willa Wanders Everyday Art Papers
The exact papers I use when I made art and why I chose them.
I have loads and loads of paper. But there are certain papers that I use over and over again when I create art (watercolor painting, mixed media collage art and art journaling).
Sulfite Paper
Great for:
painted paper collage sheets
journal pages
non-serious watercoloring
drawing
gelli printing
brayer clean off sheets
handmade envelopes
experimenting without worrying about “wasting” good paper
Where I get it:
Handmade Watercolor Paper
Great for:
mixed media journal pages
watercolor journal pages
Where I get it:
Arches 90 pound Cold Pressed Watercolor Paper
Great for:
watercolor fussy cuts
Where I get it:
Deli Paper
transparent collage papers
brayer wipe off sheets
Where I get it:
Premium Printer Paper
Great for:
journal pages
non-serious watercoloring
drawing
Where I get it:
Old Book Paper
Great for:
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Where I get it:
Vintage Ledger Paper
Great for:
x
Where I get it:
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A Note About Substitutions
I chose these colors because I love the way they mix together—not because they are the only correct choices.
If you can't find an exact color, don't worry! I've listed my favorite substitutions below. The goal is to match the function of the color in the palette, not necessarily the exact brand.
To browse the Watercolor Painting courses on Willa Workshops, click here.
For specific lessons on how I mix these colors into an infinite number of amazing hues, please consider taking my course Watercolor for Relaxation.
To learn how to make your own Watercolor sketchbooks the way I do it, click here.
I adore painting with watercolors!
