This art paper has several virtues: Firstly, it is good value for money, especially when discounted. Secondly, one side is rough and the other is less so - more like medium in texture - suiting it to more detailed work such as might be required for portraits; it's versatile in that sense. Thirdly, It offers good workability. Can buckle somewhat when thoroughly wet and some buckling (cockling) remains as it dries. This disadvantage is not confined to Baohong paper and can be ironed out if it's a concern.