
Although artists working in calligraphy, colored pencils and graphite often choose illustration boards with various types of surfaces, those working with watercolors, acrylics, tempera and gouache usually prefer cold press illustration board. This type of board has a slight texturing that is great for using a brush. Cold press board is the perfect choice in illustration board if an artist requires the surface to have tooth for adhering to the surface. When using inks, watercolors and pencils, artists will find this type of board results in the perfect grainy effect for their projects.