Clairefontaine Pastelmat Pad No. 360 g, 12 Sheets x 30 cm, Glue-Bound
Clairefontaine Pastelmat is a premium glued pad with a weight of 360 g/m² and a unique velvety, sanded surface developed for soft pastels. It is designed for demanding pastel artists and collectible works, as it can hold multiple layers of pigment without becoming saturated and without the need to use fixative between layers. The sturdy cardboard is gentle on fingers and blending tools, and protective tracing/crystal paper between the sheets helps prevent smudging.
Product details
- Brand: CLAIREFONTAINE
- Product line: Pastelmat
- Weight: 360 g/m²
- Number of sheets: 12
- Binding: glued pad
- Features: acid-free, lightfast, water-resistant, dimensionally stable
- Sheet protection: protective paper inserted between sheets
Uses and techniques
The pad is ideal for soft, hard, and oil pastels, charcoal, and pencils. Thanks to its water resistance, it also handles watercolor, gouache, and underpainting with water or alcohol very well.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to use fixative between pastel layers? No, the special velvety, sanded surface holds multiple layers of pigment without becoming saturated and without the need to use fixative between layers.
Can I also use wet techniques on this paper? Yes, the cardboard is water-resistant and easily handles watercolor, gouache, and underpainting with water or alcohol.
How are the individual sheets protected from smudging? Protective paper is inserted between the sheets to prevent the drawing from smudging.
