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NOT paper is a watercolour paper which is cold pressed in order to create a semi rough finish. A very popular paper with both professional and amateurs due to its versatility. The ‘NOT’ stands for ‘Not Hot Pressed’.

Compare with HP Paper and Rough paper.

A watercolour paper which has a hard, smooth surface. It is ideal for very detailed work but its drawback is that the paint has a tendency to run.

Compare with NOT and Rough papers.

A medium which is used with watercolours in order to bind the pigment. Extra gum arabic can be added to make the watercolor more transparent and glossy. It should be used sparingly in a diluted form to ensure it is not overused.