CANSON C a grain Sketchbook, 224 g/m², A3, 30 Sheets, Fine-Grain, Glue-Bound
CANSON C a grain is a glue-bound A3 drawing sketchbook with a weight of 224 g/m², designed for artists, students, and schools. This acid-free paper offers two different working surfaces, one with a finer grain and the other with a more pronounced grain, making it versatile for various techniques. Its quality sizing allows for easy corrections without damaging the fibers and reliably supports dry media as well as light watercolor.
Product details
- Brand: CANSON
- Product line: C a grain
- Format: A3
- Weight (g/m²): 224 g/m²
- Number of sheets: 30
- Binding: glue-bound pad
- Paper properties: acid-free, fine-grained, two different working surfaces
- Weight: 0.99 kg
Uses and techniques
The paper is suitable for drawing with a pencil, charcoal, sanguine, and pastels. It can also handle diluted watercolor, ink, and light wet media without significant buckling. The more pronounced grain holds dry pigment better and makes layering easier, while the finer-grained side is ideal for precise details and pencil drawing.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between the two sides of the paper? One side has a finer grain suited to detailed drawing, while the other has a more pronounced texture that holds pastels and charcoal better and makes layering easier.
Can C a grain paper also handle wet techniques? Yes, thanks to its weight of 224 g/m², it can handle ink, watercolor, and light wet media without significant buckling.
Can I erase and make corrections on the paper? Yes, the paper’s special sizing allows you to make corrections without damaging its fibers.
