Canson XL Series Watercolor Sheet Bulk Pack, Midweight White Paper, 500 Sheets, 9x12 inch

So I am a beginner watercolor painter and like to practice on something other than Arches. I also make my own hardbound watercolor sketchbooks so when I saw this I thought I would give it a try. Not usually a Canon XL fan but I thought what the heck, it is such a deal.It arrived properly packaged so the paper we in perfect condition. It comes in a nice box that is good to store the paper in.I know this might not be right but I swear this paper is nicer than what comes in pads, I really like it. It is even acceptable on the back side in my sketchbooks.I bought a second box because I was afraid it wouldn't be available forever.Hope this helps.

Ive been searching for a reasonably priced watercolor paper that I could use for my card making All I could fine was a 140lb weight, which is I did use but still to heavy for what I wanted. It was the only thing I could find locally.Think real small rural towns,I mean real rural. The closest "BIG" city is 90 mins away and its not that big) I found this and I LOVE it Now Im not an expert when it comes to water coloring but this paper holds up well to my beginners attempts. Doesn't buckle when I get it really wet its a perfect weight to use for card making The paper has a smooth side and a very slightly textured side and both grab the paint well. I intend to buy another box real soon because with my luck now that Ive found the perfect paper for me they'll quit making it!..lol

I was delighted with the price but didn’t realize the paper weight was around 90 lb. Not 140 lb of what is a heavier watercolor paper. I still use in my class for holiday cards.

Used this paper for my Elementary and Middle School Art students. It held up well and helped them create awesome pieces for the Art show!

I love it!!! I don't have to deal with the binding that comes in most pads, it comes in this box that holds all the sheets just fine! Very happy! I like this paper for watercolor cause it's cheap and takes abuse fairly well. It does warp a bit but if I just wet and flatten it I find it to not be problematic.

What I received was NOT Canson XL Watercolor paper. I got a lightweight flimsy paper. I have ordered Canson from Amazon before and got a Canson marked and labeled box -- that was definitely Canson. I received an unmarked box for this order, with no Canson branding labels. Super flimsy. DISAPPOINTED. I emailed Canson to let them know counterfeit paper is being sold as Canson.

I purchased this paper as a lighter watercolor paper for card making. It works great! The heavier water color paper is nice but it was making my greeting cards way to bulky and front heavy. I use this paper all the time and couldn't be happier with it. This is definitely a good buy!

What a phenomenal deal for this paper. It's lightweight, but that doesn't mean it's not good quality. I have had great success with it in my personal cardmaking and amateur painting. I also use it for making envelopes, which I then paint and mail my cards in. I'm very satisfied.