Description
Fabriano Pittura Painting Paper: A Comprehensive Product Description
Discover the Fabriano Pittura Painting Paper, a premium choice for artists who demand excellence in their work. This high-quality painting paper is crafted using the Fourdrinier machine, known for producing consistently fine sheets. Designed specifically for use with oil and tempera, the Pittura Painting Paper offers an exceptional surface for various painting techniques, making it the ideal companion for both amateur and professional artists alike.
Key Features
- Material Composition: Crafted from 100% alpha-cellulose, this paper ensures durability and long-lasting quality. The absence of lignin and the acid-free nature of the paper prevent deterioration and yellowing, guaranteeing inalterability over time.
- Grammage: With a very high weight of 400 gsm, this paper provides a robust and sturdy surface that can withstand multiple layers of paint and heavy applications, reducing the risk of warping or buckling.
- Format Options: Available in a range of sizes to suit different artistic needs:
- Sheets: 50×70 cm, 70×100 cm
- 4 sides glued blocks: 25×35 cm, 30×40 cm, 40×40 cm, 40×50 cm
- Colour & Composition: The paper is pure white, offering a bright, clean background that enhances colour vibrancy and contrast in artworks.
- Environmental Features: Committed to sustainability, Fabriano Pittura Paper is FSC® certified, ensuring the paper is sourced from responsibly managed forests. Additionally, it is produced using hydro power, contributing to a reduced environmental footprint.
- Longevity: Complies with ISO 9706 Long Life standards, ensuring that artworks created on this paper will retain their quality over time, making it a reliable choice for archival purposes.
Technical Specifications
- Grammage: 400 gsm
- Composition: 100% Alpha-Cellulose
- Acid-Free: Yes
- Certifications: FSC®, ISO 9706 Long Life
- Production Method: Fourdrinier
- Environmental Feature: Hydro Power
Use Cases and Applications
The Fabriano Pittura Painting Paper is versatile and suitable for a wide range of artistic applications, including:
- Oil Painting: The paper’s texture and strength are ideal for oil paints, allowing artists to experiment with various techniques, including impasto and layering.
- Tempera Painting: Its smooth surface ensures that tempera paints spread evenly, providing artists with the perfect medium for creating detailed works.
- Acrylic Painting: While primarily recommended for oil and tempera, the paper’s durability also accommodates acrylic paints, offering additional flexibility to artists.
- Mixed Media: Artists working with mixed media will appreciate the paper’s robustness and capacity to handle multiple layers and materials without compromising on quality.
Target Audience
The Fabriano Pittura Painting Paper is designed for:
- Professional Artists: Those who seek high-quality materials that will enhance their creative process and ensure the longevity of their works.
- Art Students: Individuals in academic settings who require reliable and versatile paper for a variety of projects and assignments.
- Art Enthusiasts and Hobbyists: Those who enjoy painting as a hobby and are looking for a premium paper that supports a range of techniques and styles.
- Art Educators: Instructors who need durable and high-quality paper for teaching painting techniques and for use in workshops or classes.
Q&A Section
Q: Is Fabriano Pittura Painting Paper suitable for watercolour painting?
A: While it is primarily designed for oil and tempera, it can handle acrylics and some light watercolour washes. However, it may not perform as well as paper specifically designed for watercolours.
Q: How does the paper hold up with heavy paint applications?
A: Thanks to its 400 gsm weight, the Fabriano Pittura Painting Paper can withstand heavy paint applications without warping or buckling, making it perfect for impasto techniques.
Q: Is this paper eco-friendly?
A: Yes, the paper is FSC® certified and produced using hydro power, ensuring a sustainable and environmentally friendly choice for artists.
