What Can You Do With 180 GSM Paper?
We all know a friend who says yes to every plan without a moment’s hesitation. Want to grab coffee? They’re already tying their shoelaces. Planning a last-minute trip? They are there looking up the best route. Easy-going, adaptable and always ready, they simply show up.
In the world of art, 180 GSM paper is that friend. It’s the paper that always says yes to your creative ideas.
The Menorah 180 GSM Paper Sketchbook with its smooth finish and subtle texture, strikes the perfect balance and welcomes any medium you choose. Sketch with it and your pencil strokes stay crisp without feeling scratchy. Pick up a paintbrush and you can build up layers without worrying about bleeding or warping. This is a surface that works for everyone from beginners wanting to experiment and learn to professionals looking to make their masterpieces.
Here are some art ideas to try with 180 GSM Paper:
1. Acrylic and Gouache
180 GSM paper is quite thick. This means you can use heavy and opaque paints on it like gouache and acrylic without worrying of bleeding or warping. You can create natural landscapes or illustrations like food, cartoons and floral patterns that will look vibrant and beautiful.
2. Watercolour
Most people think that watercolour works only with thick sheets. But Menorah 180 gsm paper sketchbook works wonderfully with mild watercolours. By using the right techniques and minimal water the Menorah mixed media sketchbook makes a great surface for creating detailed watercolour paintings. It is a great choice for urban painting or artworks like watercolour florals.
You can also make a light wash with watercolour as the background and then draw over it with a pen or pencil as mixed media art.
3. Pencil sketching
Pencils and 180 gsm paper make a great pair. You can feel the pencil glide on the paper effortlessly at the same time the strokes are precise and crisp owing to the subtle texture. It’s perfect for exploring different types of sketches like realistic portraits, architectural drawings etc.
4. Charcoal and graphite
Mixed media sketchbook handles charcoal and graphite very beautifully. You will find them blend smoothly on the paper and also stay in place. It is perfect for creating moody landscapes and live sketches.
5. Soft pastels
Soft pastels require a page with the right texture and the Menorah mixed media sketchbook gives just that. It grabs the pigment without dulling its brightness and you can build depth with every layer. It is perfect for landscapes, portraits, atmospheric scenes and abstract art.
6. Pen and Markers
Fine liners, brush pens, gelly rolls, microns-- whatever pen you pick up, the paper keeps up. Doodles look sharp, mandalas stay neat and coloured markers come out vibrant without bleeding through.
7. Inks
Ink based works can also be done on 180 GSM sketchbooks. You get smooth clean lines for calligraphy, illustrations or creating textured backgrounds with distress inks
What makes 180 GSM Paper truly special is the freedom it gives to an artist. Its versatility encourages spontaneity and experimentation, so when inspiration strikes, you can dive in with the idea. It’s not just paper but a reliable companion that supports your growth and journey as a creator.