Canson Plein Air Canva Artboards

Canson was founded in 1557 by the Montgolfier family. Its development and destiny are intertwined with the history of France and the history of Art. Rooted in tradition, Canson respects this heritage and its duty to always provide consumers with outstanding paper.

Innovation is in the genes of the company. The Montgolfier brothers invented the first hot-air balloon in 1782. But first and foremost, they were paper manufacturers. Over the centuries, the company has created numerous manufacturing processes for the art materials world.

Canson is a brand of excellence. Driven by centuries of experience, Canson continues to offer products in keeping with consumer expectations, delivering the highest quality papers in the world.