The Richeson Grey Matters Palette Pad is designed to help artists mix more accurate colors and values by providing a neutral grey surface that better reflects how paint will appear on toned supports and finished artwork.
Unlike traditional white palette paper, the mid-tone grey background reduces visual distortion caused by bright surfaces, allowing painters to judge color relationships, value shifts, and saturation more effectively. This makes it especially useful when working on toned canvases or surfaces.
Made with smooth, acid-free 35 lb palette paper, these disposable sheets provide a reliable mixing surface for acrylic, oil, and other painting media. Each pad also includes a helpful painter’s guide inside the cover with color theory references, including primary and secondary color mixing and complementary color relationships.
Whether you're a beginner learning color theory or an experienced painter refining subtle values, Grey Matters helps you see your colors more accurately before they hit the canvas.
Features
- Neutral mid-tone grey palette paper for accurate color evaluation
- Smooth mixing surface for paint application
- Acid-free paper construction
- Helps improve value and color perception
- Especially useful with toned canvases and supports
- Includes painter’s guide with color mixing references
- Disposable palette sheets for easy cleanup
- 35 lb palette paper
Available Sizes
- 6" x 9"
- 9" x 12"
- 12" x 16"
- 16" x 20"
Sheet Counts
- Available in 30-sheet or 50-sheet pads (varies by size)
Ideal For
- Acrylic and oil painting
- Accurate color mixing and value studies
- Use with toned canvas or toned grounds
- Studio and classroom painting
- Beginner to professional artists
