This is a Pastelmat top bound pad of 12 sheets of coloured card in anthracite black, the dark ground is guaranteed to emphasise the intensity and brightness of pastel paintings. Each sheet is protected by an interleaf. Pastelmat is a premium 360 gsm card surface with a unique velvety texture made from a fine coating of cellulose fibres, which has the ability to grab and hold multiple layers of even the softest pastels. Pastelmat significantly reduces the need for fixative so that colours remain vibrant. It has the added bonus of being gentle on both fingers and blending tools. Though it was designed for pastellists, Pastelmat is suitable for all dry media, from pastel sticks and pencils to charcoal. It is also water resistant which means that it can be used with wet media such as acrylics or watercolour. It comes in a range of colours, all of which are acid free and lightfast.This pad measures 30 x 40cm. Clairefontaine actively participates in the development of French forests, by managing several hundred hectares of fir and spruce trees in the Vosges mountains. With regards to the paper mill itself in the Etival Clairefontaine region, it is still as dynamic 150 years after its conception. Self-sufficient for 80% of its own biological installations for water treatment, and has been rewarded a "Water trophy" by the State.
This is a Pastelmat top bound pad of 12 sheets of coloured card in anthracite black, the dark ground is guaranteed to emphasise the intensity and brightness of pastel paintings. Each sheet is protected by an interleaf. Pastelmat is a premium 360 gsm card surface with a unique velvety texture made from a fine coating of cellulose fibres, which has the ability to grab and hold multiple layers of even the softest pastels. Pastelmat significantly reduces the need for fixative so that colours remain vibrant. It has the added bonus of being gentle on both fingers and blending tools. Though it was designed for pastellists, Pastelmat is suitable for all dry media, from pastel sticks and pencils to charcoal. It is also water resistant which means that it can be used with wet media such as acrylics or watercolour. It comes in a range of colours, all of which are acid free and lightfast.This pad measures 30 x 40cm. Clairefontaine actively participates in the development of French forests, by managing several hundred hectares of fir and spruce trees in the Vosges mountains. With regards to the paper mill itself in the Etival Clairefontaine region, it is still as dynamic 150 years after its conception. Self-sufficient for 80% of its own biological installations for water treatment, and has been rewarded a "Water trophy" by the State.
This is a Pastelmat top bound pad of 12 sheets of coloured card in anthracite black, the dark ground is guaranteed to emphasise the intensity and brightness of pastel paintings. Each sheet is protected by an interleaf. Pastelmat is a premium 360 gsm card surface with a unique velvety texture made from a fine coating of cellulose fibres, which has the ability to grab and hold multiple layers of even the softest pastels. Pastelmat significantly reduces the need for fixative so that colours remain vibrant. It has the added bonus of being gentle on both fingers and blending tools. Though it was designed for pastellists, Pastelmat is suitable for all dry media, from pastel sticks and pencils to charcoal. It is also water resistant which means that it can be used with wet media such as acrylics or watercolour. It comes in a range of colours, all of which are acid free and lightfast.This pad measures 30 x 40cm. Clairefontaine actively participates in the development of French forests, by managing several hundred hectares of fir and spruce trees in the Vosges mountains. With regards to the paper mill itself in the Etival Clairefontaine region, it is still as dynamic 150 years after its conception. Self-sufficient for 80% of its own biological installations for water treatment, and has been rewarded a "Water trophy" by the State.
This is a Pastelmat top bound pad of 12 sheets of coloured card in anthracite black, the dark ground is guaranteed to emphasise the intensity and brightness of pastel paintings. Each sheet is protected by an interleaf. Pastelmat is a premium 360 gsm card surface with a unique velvety texture made from a fine coating of cellulose fibres, which has the ability to grab and hold multiple layers of even the softest pastels. Pastelmat significantly reduces the need for fixative so that colours remain vibrant. It has the added bonus of being gentle on both fingers and blending tools. Though it was designed for pastellists, Pastelmat is suitable for all dry media, from pastel sticks and pencils to charcoal. It is also water resistant which means that it can be used with wet media such as acrylics or watercolour. It comes in a range of colours, all of which are acid free and lightfast.This pad measures 30 x 40cm. Clairefontaine actively participates in the development of French forests, by managing several hundred hectares of fir and spruce trees in the Vosges mountains. With regards to the paper mill itself in the Etival Clairefontaine region, it is still as dynamic 150 years after its conception. Self-sufficient for 80% of its own biological installations for water treatment, and has been rewarded a "Water trophy" by the State.
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Clairefontaine Pastelmat Pad 30 x 40cm Pad No. 6 Black
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Clairefontaine Pastelmat Pad No.6 Anthracite: 30x40cm
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Clairefontaine Pastelmat Pad no.6 - 300X400
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Clairefontaine : No.6 : Pastelmat Pad : 360gsm : 30x40cm (Apx.12x16in) : 12 Sheets : Anthracite
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Clairefontaine Pastelmat Pads 30x40cm / No.6
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96050C PastelMat Pastel Card Pad No6, 360 g, 30 x 40 cm, 12 Sheets - Anthracite
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I try to use this make as much as possible, so easy and produces great results.
originally posted on craftyarts.co.uk
I have used a few times already and I am new to pastels but this paper works perfectly.
originally posted on craftyarts.co.uk
Exactly the product I wanted and much cheaper than anywhere else.
| Paper finish | Smooth |
| Product dimensions | 40L x 30W centimetres |
| Volume | 1200 Millilitres |
| Assembly required | No |
| Number of pieces | 1 |
Clairefontaine Pastelmat Pad 30 x 40cm Pad No. 6 Black
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Affiliate Disclosure: We may receive a small commission for purchases made through this link at no extra cost to you. This helps support our site. Thank you!
Clairefontaine Pastelmat Pad No.6 Anthracite: 30x40cm
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Clairefontaine Pastelmat Pad no.6 - 300X400
Delivery $25
Pastelmat Pad No. 6 Anthracite 30x40cm
Delivery $40.40
Clairefontaine : No.6 : Pastelmat Pad : 360gsm : 30x40cm (Apx.12x16in) : 12 Sheets : Anthracite
Free 60-day returns
I try to use this make as much as possible, so easy and produces great results.
I have used a few times already and I am new to pastels but this paper works perfectly.
Exactly the product I wanted and much cheaper than anywhere else.
A very good paper for pastels and an extremely good price.
This is the ultimate surface for practically any median.I use Pastel Pencils and I can easily put down 5 layers with ease if put down very lightly.Blending is so easy due to it's lovely smooth surface.You wouldn't think it could take all those layers,but it does.Also,you don't need Fixative.It can take almost every media.Soft pastels,hard .pastels,Oil Pastels and does not buckle when whetted.You could say it's virtually indestructible,if you treat it well and not put to much pressure on it.It's fabulous but don't take my word for it try it yourself.You won't regret it.
Excellent surface for pastel,prefer to sanded papers,takes a number of layers of pastel, can be used with wet applications.
Best paper for pastels, brilliant background colour
This is a very good product and can be expensive but crafty arts offered it at a great price and delivered it promptly ! Am pleased to have found a small company delivering excellent value and service !
Amazing surface to work on for soft pastels - great tooth for building up multiple layers but doesn't produce heaps of dust. I love working on anthracite (a mid/dark grey) to achieve dramatic contrasts in both lights/darks.
If you're a Soft Pastel or a Coloured Pencil Artist, then you need look nowhere else for the ultimate perfect surface. It's ability to accept countless layers, enabling you to blend and produce your requirements with total control, is faultless. Available in many colours and a variety of sizes.
| Paper finish | Smooth |
| Product dimensions | 40L x 30W centimetres |
| Volume | 1200 Millilitres |
| Assembly required | No |
| Number of pieces | 1 |
