Paper is of the utmost importance in watercolour and that is where the hard part starts - have you seen how many papers there are out there to choose from?
This paper forces me to paint looser! Hot Press vs Cold Press
Watercolour Papers: Hot Pressed vs Cold Pressed vs Rough
Cold Press vs Hot Press watercolor paper – Here's how to choose
Cold Press vs Hot Press watercolor paper – Here's how to choose
Which Is the Best between Hot-Pressed, Cold-Pressed and Rough Paper?
Hot Press, Cold Press or Rough - decisions… Artsavingsclub
Cold Press & Hot Press Watercolour Paper: What's the Difference
What Is The Difference Between Hot Pressed, Cold Pressed & Rough
ARCHES COLD PRESSED vs HOT PRESSED WATERCOLOR PAPER