Strathmore Series 400 Sketch Pads 9 in. x 12 in. - pad of 100 (3-Pack)

Wrong information, I poured acid on it and it was ruined

製品に誠実さは感じる。マルマンのような安かろう悪かろうと言う、粗悪品を売っても安いんだからいいだろ、という発想はそもそもない。いい紙は高いが、その分満足感はある。絵を描くということは心を解放し、また観るものの心も解放する事だ。思い通りの表現を妨げる紙は安価である事が免罪符にはならない。

This Strathmore sketch pad has paper that feels similar to standard printer paper at first touch, but with a slight noticeable tooth that makes a big difference. That slight texture is perfect for colored pencils and graphite, helping with blending and shading while allowing the graphite to grip the surface nicely. What I really appreciate about this sketchbook is that it feels low pressure. The paper is good quality, but it does not feel so precious or expensive that you are afraid to use it. If you are someone who hesitates to “ruin” nicer paper with messy sketches or experiments, this is a great option. It makes it easier to loosen up, practice fundamentals, try new techniques, and make mistakes without feeling guilty. That freedom alone makes it incredibly valuable. I use it for sketching exercises, warm ups, random note taking, and for drafts. It is perfect for working out ideas before committing them to nicer sketchbooks. I will often sketch here first, then trace or transfer the refined draft into another book once I am happy with it. It takes away the pressure and helps me focus on the process instead of perfection. The pages are perforated, so you can easily tear them out if you want to keep or share your work. Since it is spiral bound, the book lays flat, which makes drawing much more comfortable. It also handles ink well without bleeding through the page, which is a nice bonus. With 100 sheets included, it will last quite a while even with regular use. Overall, this is a reliable and versatile sketchbook that encourages you to actually draw instead of saving the pages for “something special.”

Muito bom, porém meio caro, mas é sensacional. Recomendado para quem quer fazer arte com carvão, pois o papel é bem texturizado

Amo la marca Strathmore! Questo sketchbook ha la carta molto liscia, perfetta per fare gli schizzi.

I usually used a Reeves or Derwent sketchbook before this, but I decided to try one of these as a change after discovering how much I liked my toned sketchbook from the same brand, and boy, am I glad I did! The dimensions of this sketchbook are quite different from any of my previous ones, which I love as it allows you to comfortably rest your hand as you draw, especially if you’re right-handed like me. The resilience of this pad is also outstanding as it’s able to withstand repeated erasing without ruining the tooth of your paper or leaving conspicuous marks behind. Additionally, the fine, smooth surface allows for very clear and crisp lines; when paired with a mechanical pencil, it’s as good as preliminary sketching gets. I highly recommend this beautiful sketchbook to any artist!