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Awagami Editioning Shiramine Select

The relative thickness, generous sizing and easy-to-use color of Shiramine Select makes it a versatile paper for many art mediums including printmaking, painting, drawing, embossing, mixed-media and alt.pro photography. "Shiramine Select" has 2 distinct textures: a front smooth side contrasted by a more organic textured back side (both of which may be used with equal effectiveness). 

size 43x52cm 
weight 110gsm
deckled edges 4
material 55% Alpha Cellulose / 30% Kozo / 15% Hemp
ph 7 to 8
use Printmaking, drawing, alt. pro photography, mixed-media, encaustic, collage, bookarts

Sold in individual sheets.

Awagami Editioning Papers are crafted with the artistry and knowledge of 300 years of washi papermaking. The papers are made using traditional Japanese fibers such as kozo & gampi as well as other non-tree fibers; bamboo and cotton. Fibers are often skillfully combined yielding washi with highly unique textures and expressive characteristics. All washi in this collection feature 4 feathery deckled edges that add a subtle refinement to finished works.

Awagami Editioning Papers are acid-free, archival and made with a strict attention to quality and preservation. All the papers from this series may be used by artists for a wide range of techniques from ink to printmaking to drawing.

SKU: P354.77
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