Drawing paper
Drawing paper

Drawing and sketching paper

Discover drawing and sketching paper from well-known brands such as Van Gogh and Talens Art Creation. The paper is available in different sizes and suitable for different dry media, including pencils, pastels and charcoal.

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Ecoline Watercolour paper pad | 29.7 x 42 cm (A3), 290 g/m², 12 sheets
Ecoline

Watercolour paper pad | 29.7 x 42 cm (A3), 290 g/m², 12 sheets

Rembrandt Paper Toned paper pads
Rembrandt

Paper Toned paper pads

Sakura Manga Paper
Sakura

Manga Paper

Sakura Zentangle Renaissance tile set
Sakura

Zentangle Renaissance tile set

Sakura Zentangle tool set | 20 pieces
Sakura

Zentangle tool set | 20 pieces

Sakura Zentangle tool set | 20 pieces
Sakura

Zentangle tool set | 20 pieces

Sakura Zentangle Zendala tile set
Sakura

Zentangle Zendala tile set

Talens Art Creation

Paper Sketch paper (Spain)

Talens Paper Toned paper
Talens

Paper Toned paper

Basic drawing paper
TITAN Arts

TITAN Arts Basic Drawing Paper

Laid Paper
TITAN Arts

TITAN Arts Laid Paper

Van Gogh Paper Toned paper
Van Gogh

Paper Toned paper

About Drawing and sketching paper

For drawing and sketching paper, it is important to know which techniques will be used on the paper. For example, smooth paper works well for creating clean lines. When working with colour and/or graphite pencils, having a bit of structure on the paper is recommended. This allows pigments to remain in the small dimples present on the paper. 

What is the difference between sketching paper and drawing paper?

The difference between sketching paper and drawing paper is that sketching paper is often lightweight and intended for sketching and experimenting. Drawing paper is of higher quality and is usually heavier than sketching paper. It is used to create works that need to be preserved for a long time.

On which paper are sketches best preserved?

Sketches are best preserved on acid-free paper. This paper is suitable for pencils, coloured pencils and charcoal.

How should I store my drawings to prevent yellowing?

It is best to keep your drawings in a folder or drawer so that little to no light can come in, which can help prevent yellowing.

What should I look for when choosing sketching paper?

Sketching paper often comes in thick blocks. Since it is for sketching, you do not necessarily need high grammage or 100% cotton. The surface of the paper is important: it has to be nice to work with. A light structure is recommended so that the pencil has some grip on the paper, helping to improve colour transfer. The paper has to have a certain strength so that erasing does not become an issue.

What is the difference between drawing paper and watercolour paper?

Unlike drawing paper, watercolour paper has a surface glue, usually of gelatine. Because of this bonding, the pigment is not absorbed by the paper so colours remain more brilliant. Moreover, the glue prevents the paper from bulging too much when using a lot of water.