Arches Oil is a French made 300 gsm (140 lb), 4 deckled edge paper specially formulated for oil painting, yet it maintains the look and feel of traditional Arches papers. The paper features a powerful & efficient oil barrier that absorbs water, solvents, and binders evenly while allowing the paint and pigment to remain on the surface.

• Ready to use - no need to gesso; no preparation required!
• Painting on Arches Oil paper is extremely convenient. It's easy to store, easy to frame,lightweight to transport.
• Arches has created and manufactured professional artist papers in France since 1492.

This new and revolutionary surface is essential for any professional oil painter looking to capture their oil painting on paper all while saving time. Oil painting students will love the convenience and ease of use that this paper offers.

You can paint on either side of the paper, both are primed.