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Canson Graduate Watercolor Paper Pad 9x12

  • 20 sheets in a foldover pad
  • 117 lb, 250 g paper weight
  • Watercolor, gouache, mixed media, ink uses
  • White paper, watercolor finish

Last refreshed Sep 7, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.

Our verdict

A foldover pad of heavyweight sheets for students and adults working in watercolor, gouache, mixed media and ink. It is graduate-line paper, so professional archival work needs a higher grade.

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ASIN: B0BV13YQKXModel: C525008003Category: Watercolor Paper

Sizes Available

5.5x8.5 inch9x12 inch9x12 inch (Pack of 12)11x14 inch11x14 inch (Pack of 12)

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Overview

A foldover binding gathers the white watercolor sheets along one edge, giving a pad that is easy to flip through while painting. The paper is sized for painting, gouache, mixed media and ink.

Heavy sheets support wet techniques, and the pad binding holds the paper together for storage and transport. The sheet count per pad is modest, so frequent practice runs through it quickly.

Who it's for

Art students and hobby painters working in watercolor, gouache or ink get a sturdy pad for practice and finished studies. Professionals selling originals should look for archival cotton stock.

Pros and cons

Pros
  • Heavy sheet weight
  • Foldover pad binding
  • Works with gouache and ink
  • Suits mixed media
Cons
  • Modest sheet count
  • Material listed only as paper
  • Paper weight data inconsistent in listing

Performance notes

Paper weight governs how much water a sheet absorbs before it ripples, and heavy sheets resist buckling under moderate washes. Gouache and ink layer cleanly on a stable surface. The foldover binding holds the sheets attached at one edge while working.

Specifications

BrandCanson
ModelC525008003
Dimensions & fit
Paper Weight117 lb (250 g)
Paper Dimensions9 x 12 inches
Item Dimensions L X W12"L x 9"W
Construction & materials
Material TypePaper
Paper FinishWatercolor
ColorWhite
Included components
Unit Count12 Count
Warranty & support
Warranty DescriptionNo Warranty
Other details
Sheet Count20
Recommended Uses For ProductPainting, gouache, mixed media, ink
StylePad

Frequently asked questions

What size is the Canson Graduate watercolor pad?

The sheets measure 9 x 12 inches, and the pad holds 20 sheets.

Which media work on Canson Graduate watercolor paper?

The listing names painting, gouache, mixed media and ink.

Is Canson Graduate paper archival cotton paper?

The listing gives the material only as paper and aims the pad at adults and students, so it is not described as archival cotton.

Why does the Canson listing show two paper weights?

The title gives 117 lb and 250 g, while a spec field shows 90 with no unit.