The new Lana Vanguard paper from France is a synthetic plastic paper similar to Yupo paper. This multifunctional paper is bright white, very smooth, robust, acid-free and tear proof. It is very popular as an unusual non-absorbant watercolour paper and can also be used with acrylic, oil, gouache, ink, highlighter, crayon, and coloured crayon. It is available in 200 gsm weight in pads or in sheets.

Lana Vanguard Paper

With Lana Vanguard watercolourists have discovered a new surface to paint on. Its unique properties have excited many artists who are now experimenting with it. Synthetic papers of this type were originally intended for industrial printing but painters have found they can be used to great effect as a watercolour material.

With the benefits of not buckling even with very wet paint, a very white surface that makes colours brighter than on traditional watercolour paper and the ability to wipe back to white, it serves watercolourists very well.
It is non-absorbent so it remains perfectly flat, eliminating the need for soaking, stretching, or taping. It resists tearing.
Colours sit on top of the paper and take a bit longer to dry than traditional paper so many people use a hair dryer.

When you are sure your painting is finished, it is recommended that you set it with a spray fixative. Use an acrylic spray product that will not yellow with time. Spray your painting outside or in a well ventilated area lightly from side to side, then up and down. Use several light, even coats rather than one heavy coat which could cause drips or puddles. Most people prefer a matte finish to a glossy one. We have a few choices that we carry:
Schmincke Watercolour Aerospray Matte Varnish, 300ml spray can – WSA584
Golden Acrylic Medium : Archival Aerosol Varnish, Matte 400ml – AG7748

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to go to the Vanguard on the Jackson’s website.