About us
Crafted for Artists, Trusted by Masters
Thousands of pastel and colored pencil artists worldwide have made UART their surface of choice — not for the hype, but for the consistent, reliable tooth that holds every layer, from the softest pastel dust to the finest colored pencil stroke. It simply performs. Every time.



From Industrial Innovation to Artistic Inspiration
Great art paper doesn't usually start in a factory. Ours did — and that's exactly why it's different. UART grew out of Uneeda, a company with decades of expertise in precision electrostatic coating technology. We were known for producing sanding materials that woodworkers and craftspeople could rely on for consistent grain, durability, and an honest tooth. One day, a question came up: what would happen if we applied that same exacting standard to paper made for artists? The answer took years of testing, reformulating, and working side by side with professional pastel painters. What emerged was UART — sanded paper engineered not just to hold pastel, but to respond to it. To reward layering. To hold up to wet media without warping. To give artists the confidence that the surface beneath them will never be the reason a painting doesn't work.
Explore our productsA New Brand with a Heritage of Craft
UART carries forward something that can't be manufactured overnight: a genuine commitment to craft. Backed by Uneeda's longstanding culture of quality and innovation, we bring the precision of industrial engineering to the intimacy of the artist's studio. That combination — technical mastery meeting creative passion — is what sets UART apart, and it's what keeps artists coming back. From emerging artists just discovering pastel to instructors who've taught the medium for decades, the UART community is one of the most generous and inspiring corners of the art world. Explore our gallery, browse the UART Academy for free tutorials and tips, or join one of our workshops to paint alongside fellow artists — and the instructors who swear by UART surfaces.
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