Why we chose Modigliani Neve paper for our art prints

<p>Paper is not a neutral support. In art printing, it plays a major role in how an illustration looks, feels and ages over time.</p>

<p>When reproducing watercolor paintings, paper choice becomes even more important. In this article, we explain why we chose <strong>Modigliani Neve paper</strong> for our art prints.</p>

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<h2>Why paper matters in watercolor reproduction</h2>

<p>Watercolor relies on softness, transparency and subtle color transitions. The wrong paper can flatten these qualities, making the artwork look overly saturated, artificial or digital.</p>

<p>A suitable paper should support the illustration, not overpower it. It needs to respect texture, depth and light, while remaining pleasant to the touch.</p>

<h2>What we look for in a printing paper</h2>

<p>Before choosing a paper, we tested different options and defined a few non-negotiable criteria.</p>

<p>The paper had to:</p>
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  <li>enhance colors without oversaturating them</li>
  <li>preserve softness and detail</li>
  <li>have a natural, slightly textured surface</li>
  <li>avoid shine or artificial finishes</li>
  <li>feel warm and balanced when handled</li>
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<p>These elements are essential for watercolor reproductions.</p>

<h2>Why Modigliani Neve</h2>

<p><strong>Modigliani Neve</strong> offers the balance we were looking for.</p>

<p>Its soft, natural texture is close to traditional watercolor paper, helping the illustration keep depth and character. Colors remain accurate and calm, without excessive contrast or gloss.</p>

<p>This paper allows the print to stay visually close to the original artwork, while remaining durable and suitable for everyday use.</p>

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<h2>Art prints designed to be lived with</h2>

<p>Our goal is not to imitate the original perfectly, but to offer a faithful, consistent and honest reproduction that integrates naturally into everyday spaces.</p>

<p>Modigliani Neve helps us achieve this by providing a tactile and visual experience that feels calm, balanced and timeless.</p>

<h2>Consistency across all our prints</h2>

<p>Using the same paper across our collections allows us to maintain consistency in quality and appearance.</p>

<p>Each print follows the same process and material choices, ensuring that what you see and feel remains reliable from one artwork to another.</p>

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<p><strong>Learn more about our printing process</strong></p>
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  <a href="/blogs/news/from-original-watercolor-to-art-prints-our-process">
    Discover how we transform original watercolor paintings into art prints
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