- high-quality coated paper with either a matte or glossy finish, used especially in the printing of picture books, brochures, calendars, and other illustrated materials: The Matisse exhibit pamphlets are printed on a glossy art paper.
- construction paper, or any similar heavy paper used for art or craft projects: We’re going to need more green and brown art paper for the trees.
- a high-quality type of paper having a smooth coating of china clay or similar substance on it
