{"product_id":"raw-xuan-paper-sheng-xuan","title":"Raw Xuan Paper — 50 Sheets | 13.66 in × 13.66 in","description":"\u003cp\u003eThere is something honest about raw xuan paper. The moment ink touches its surface, it breathes — spreading softly, finding its own edges. No two strokes look the same.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is sheng xuan, the unprocessed kind. Highly absorbent and wonderfully unpredictable, it is the paper of choice for expressive ink painting, sumi-e, and Chinese calligraphy. Let the paper do some of the work.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e50 sheets per pack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 13.66 in × 13.66 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRaw (sheng) xuan — highly absorbent, natural ink spread\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for ink painting, sumi-e, calligraphy, and watercolor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeginner-friendly — forgiving and expressive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhich xuan paper is right for you?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eNot all xuan paper behaves the same way. Here is a simple guide to help you choose:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRaw xuan (sheng xuan) — this paper:\u003c\/strong\u003e Highly absorbent. Ink spreads and blooms freely. Best for expressive brushwork, landscape painting, and calligraphy. Embraces happy accidents.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSized xuan (shu xuan):\u003c\/strong\u003e Treated with alum, so ink sits on the surface rather than soaking in. Gives you full control. Best for detailed gongbi (fine line) painting and precise work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSemi-sized xuan (ban sheng shu):\u003c\/strong\u003e The middle ground. Some absorption, some control. Ideal for beginners who want a little of both — expressive but not unpredictable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you are just starting out, raw xuan teaches you to trust the brush. A quiet stack of paper, waiting for your first mark.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Quiet Bloom Studio","offers":[{"title":"13.66 in x 13.66 in","offer_id":53170223448363,"sku":"14:200006153#13.66 in x 13.66 in;200007763:201336100","price":22.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/4570\/5003\/files\/S5f85df5f12404a2caebae12c4de6b6c3j.webp?v=1775722781","url":"https:\/\/slowbloomco.com\/products\/raw-xuan-paper-sheng-xuan","provider":"Quiet Bloom Studio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}