Strathmore Str-342-9 20 Sheet, White

I've seen a lot of reviews for this brand and model of paper and none of them (that I saw) mentioned its marker worthiness, so I was reluctant to buy this UNTIL I met an artist who did very saturated alcohol marker art and suggested me this paper, so I went for it. Usually I use W&N extra smooth Bristol board for marker art, but it's been harder to find for a decent price. This is great paper for markers, takes the inks really well, and blending is really nice, just as nice as W&N extra smooth. It IS off white, and that's only noticeable if next to, say, printer paper, but this isn't a downside, just a fact to mention. Fineliners glide nicely over the surface, and pencils haven't left any dark erased or embossed lines like with some papers. I used distress oxide ink to blend in the background (see photo) and it blends very smoothly. To get the distressed effect I splash the oxide ink with water and the paper held up like a champ, very sturdy. It performs just as well as my usual brand, so I'm really happy with the purchase. Definitely recommend this if you use alcohol markers.

pleased with product

It's a lovely drawing pad, can't complain and the thickness is good. The value is great and the colour is good.

Smooth mixed media paper, quite good and doesn't seem to bleed through or buckle. This is a bit like the paper/card you get in the ranger Dylusions sketchbooks. It doesn't have a tooth like watercolour. If you don't like working on smooth surfaces this might not be for you.

Great quality from a trusted company. Lovely size, delivered safely and the pages are fantastic thickness for all mediums. Definitely recommend!

Quality of this sketchbook is amazing. Had some trouble with damage, so contacted strathmore and they were amazing with replacing the item and their customer support.

Great value for money

Great