Canson Mi-Teintes Pastel Paper A3 160 g, 10 Sheets

Canson Mi-Teintes is colored drawing paper with a high cotton content, made for artists, schools, and creative workshops. It offers exceptional versatility with two different sides, a pronounced honeycomb texture and a fine grain, and color that runs throughout the paper. It is ideal especially for soft and oil pastels, charcoal, or pencil, and can also handle lighter wet media.

Product details and features

Brand: CANSON
Format: A3
Weight (g/m²): 160 g/m²
Number of sheets per pack: 10 sheets
Composition: high cotton content, gelatin-sized
Features: acid-free, archival permanence according to ISO 9706, lightfast, colored throughout
Surface: double-sided (honeycomb texture on one side, fine grain on the other)

Uses and techniques

The paper is suitable for soft and oil pastels, charcoal, sanguine, chalk, pencil, and colored pencils. Its strength also makes it suitable for gouache and ink washes. The textured side holds layers of pigment well and makes blending easier, while the smoother side is suitable for precise, detailed drawing. We recommend fixing finished artwork with fixative and storing it flat.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between the two sides of the paper? One side has a more pronounced honeycomb texture to hold multiple layers of pigment. The other has a fine grain, suitable for detailed pencil lines.

Is the paper suitable for archiving artwork? Yes, the paper is acid-free, meets the ISO 9706 archival standard, and its high lightfastness helps ensure that colors do not change shade over time.