Can you use construction paper for watercolor painting?

Sulphite Paper is also referred to as construction paper, but don’t be confused. For all my watercolor art projects, I use school grade 90 lb watercolor paper. It’s inexpensive and comes in packs of 50 or 100. I use the cheapest school-grade product I can find and it works great.

What paper can you use watercolor paint on?

In general, watercolour papers are made from one of two materials; cotton or wood pulp. 100\% cotton papers are professional quality, and are considered to offer the very best painting surface. Cotton gives incomparable stability and ensures that you work will stand the test of time.

Can I paint on construction paper?

Paper can provide a perfect surface for painting with acrylic…but with some conditions. So in general, avoid thin papers such as newsprint, construction paper or thinner drawing papers. Sturdier papers tend to work better, whether that’s a thick watercolor paper, bristol board or even heavier drawing papers.

Can you use watercolor on non watercolor paper?

Can you watercolor on regular paper? Most common papers aren’t very suitable for watercolor paintings. Printer paper is far too thin for watercolor. It will turn translucent when you apply water to it.

Is construction paper good for drawing?

Construction paper is best for collage and weaving projects. It can also be used as a drawing surface for crayons and markers.

Is watercolor paper necessary?

If you’re going to watercolor, it is essential that you use actual watercolor paper. Below is a comparison of a watercolor wash on regular copy paper, and another on watercolor paper with the same paint mix. In general, we recommend a watercolor paper that has a weight of 140lb. (300gsm).

What kind of paint do you use on construction paper?

100\% sulphite construction paper is characterized by long, strong fibers that interlock, allowing for an even, smooth tone, a hard work surface and intense colors. It accepts dry mediums and even tempera paint is used successfully by many art teachers.

Can you paint on white construction paper?

Most art teachers will agree that this smooth, white paper is their go-to paper. If using it for water media such as tempera paint, don’t choose anything less than 80lb or 90lb or the paper will curl and rip.

What happens when construction paper gets wet?

When paper gets wet, however, those strong hydrogen bonds between cellulose fibers get broken down and the fibers separate more easily. This happens because water is made up of hydrogen and oxygen. Thus, the paper becomes weak and much easier to tear.

What should I use to draw on construction paper?

Is Watercolour paper absorbent?

REASON #02: MATERIAL. The second way watercolor paper is different from other paper is in it’s material (or make-up). However, watercolor paper – since it uses water – needs to be more absorbent than traditional paper. This is why watercolor paper uses cotton intertwined in it’s fibers.